Louisiana Art Schools
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Do you enjoy expressing your creative side through the use of your computer? Do you find time slipping away from you as you design page layouts with computer animated graphics? Why not turn your passion into an exciting and fulfilling career as a multimedia artist or computer animator? Louisiana has always been a state that fosters artists of all kinds, especially in New Orleans. If you want to pursue a post-secondary education in the arts while living Louisiana you have several quality options available to you. Many certification courses can be completed on-line in as little as eighteen months. Students can also find programs available in Louisiana earn associate and bachelor’s degrees as multimedia artists or fine artists.
Louisiana Arts Job Outlook and Salary
A multimedia artist or animator uses the computer as the primary medium in creating digital artwork. This type of artist is likely to be employed by motion picture, television, and video gaming industries. Some multimedia artists may also find work at advertising firms or computer design companies. This is a booming area of employment in the Louisiana. Job opportunities for multimedia artists are expected to increase by a whopping thirty-three percent over the next ten years.
Multimedia artists and animators generally work in an office setting and have a set schedule with a standard forty hour work week. However, many in this field are finding telecommuting options that allow for more flexibility in the weekly work schedule. At times, the multimedia artist may need to work overtime hours to meet deadlines. Multimedia artists may find a position for a single employer or they may opt to work as freelance contractors within the industry.
In the Louisiana, multimedia artists and animators can expect to earn an annual salary that ranges from $35,000 to $64,000. Opportunities for advancement in this field can be achieved through developing a solid reputation and good relationships with clients. Those in this career will need to take continuing education and training courses to keep up with the rapidly changing technology industry. Multimedia artists and animators may also advance their careers by specializing in a particular area such as television special effects or 3D modeling.
Local Art Festivals & Events
Bogalusa’s Festival in the Park – April 29th – May 1st, 2010
Baton Rouge Fest for All Festival – May 1st – 2nd, 2010
Awesome Art in Autumn – October 10th – 11th, 2010
Broadmoor Arts and Crafts Festival – November 20th – 21st, 2010
Largest Cities in and Around Louisiana
New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Metairie, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Kenner, Bossier City, Monroe, Alexandria..
Louisiana State ZIP Codes
70112, 70801, 71103, 70001, 70500, 70601, 70062, 71111, 71201, 71301…
Top Art Schools for Louisiana
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AIU Online (Online)
Earn your Associate's, Bachelor's completion- even an MBA- from the comfort of home at AIU Online. Choose from career-track programs such as Visual Communication, Information Technology and more.
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Ashworth College (Online)
You don't have to rearrange your life to get a quality education. Ashworth College, a respected worldwide leader in distance education, offers high school diploma programs, professional-level career diploma programs, associate's programs, and master's degree programs in a variety of career fields. Ashworth College can teach you the practical, hands-on techniques you need to succeed in the real world. Study on your own schedule, at a pace that makes sense for you.
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University of Phoenix (Metairie)
University of Phoenix makes higher education highly accessible.
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Herzing University (Kenner)
Take control of your career. Since 1965, Herzing University has prepared over 35,000 graduates for computer and business-oriented careers. Our state-of-the-art campuses offer day and evening classes in Business, Design/CAD, Electronics/Telecommunications and Information Technology. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
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Remington College (Baton Rouge)
Enhance your marketable skill set quickly with Remington College. As a student, you will have access to focused classes and a team of career placement professionals.
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