Artistic ability
Visual Artists create artwork and other objects that are visually appealing. This usually requires significant skills in creating artwork.
Visual Artists
Descriptions & Duties
- Visual Artists create original works of art by sculpting, painting, drawing, creating cartoons, engraving, or using other materials and techniques.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Trade Specific Competencies
Creativity
Visual Artists must have active imaginations to develop new and original ideas for their work.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
generally take classes or earn a bachelor's or master's degree in fine arts, which can improve their skills and job prospects
Career Path & Salary
Government Sector
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 3-13
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 14-27
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 28-33
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 34-39
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 40-44
*For more details on Civil Service Pay Scales, please visit website of the Civil Service Bureau.
http://www.csb.gov.hk/english/admin/pay/952.html
Related Education & Training
Higher Diploma
Professional Diploma/ Certificate
Work Environment
- Visual Artists are employed by motion picture and video production companies, by schools, or by publishers of periodicals. They may work for advertising companies and public relations firms. They generally work in office buildings, warehouses, or studios. They may work additional hours to meet deadlines.
Tools
- Angle grinder
- Encaustic scrapers
- Clay cutters; Sculpting thumbs; Sculpting tools
- Cutting machine
- Fountain pens
- Electric kilns; Gas kilns; Pottery kilns; Raku kilns
- Masks or accessories
- Paint sprayers
- Palette knives
- Palettes for paint or ink mixing
- Pneumatic hammer
- Electric potters wheels; Kick wheels
- Power sanders
- Protective gloves
- Rock cutters
- Protective safety glasses
- Sharpening stones or tools or kits
- Spatulas
- Tile cutter
- Welding facial shields
