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Meet Anh, 22, to find out more about life as an illustrator. Part of our Bitesize world of work series.

I finally get to afford a living by doing what I love!
  • Anh did a foundation degree in Art and Design, where she studied creative subjects such as filming, photography and design. She then decided to do a degree in Illustration at the Arts University Bournemouth

  • To add to her skill set, she also learnt to code. She can now programme video games as well as illustrating and designing them

  • Her favourite part about her job is that she does not have to sit in an office 鈥 she can work wherever she wants to!

Anh's career path
Anh's career path
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What to expect if you want to be an illustrator

  • Illustrator average salary: 拢18,000 to 拢40,000 per year
  • Illustrator typical working hours: 39 to 41 hours per week

What qualifications do you need to be an illustrator?

You could get into this role via a university course, a college course, an apprenticeship or applying directly.

Sources: LMI for All, National Careers Service,

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