{"id":9403,"date":"2023-06-26T03:59:39","date_gmt":"2023-06-26T03:59:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kdanmobile.com\/blog\/?p=9403"},"modified":"2024-01-16T07:24:36","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T07:24:36","slug":"how-to-become-an-illustrator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator","title":{"rendered":"How to Become an Illustrator: A Step-by-Step Guide 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Tips that Help You Succeed as An IllustratorDrawing is a passion and skill that people of all types and ages enjoy. From digital art to sketching to illustration, drawing can take many different forms and can be a relaxing hobby&nbsp;or a&nbsp;fun&nbsp;skill to practice. However, not everyone with talent is a professional artist \u2013 they may doubt their skills, or simply don&#8217;t know how to transition into a job in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This blog will cover everything you need to know about illustration, as well as offer some tips that will help you succeed as an illustrator. Read on for more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Product_Illustrator\" >Product Illustrator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Editorial_Illustrator\" >Editorial Illustrator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Comic_Book_Illustrator\" >Comic Book Illustrator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Childrens_Book_Illustrator\" >Children\u2019s Book Illustrator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Storyboard_Illustrator\" >Storyboard Illustrator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Technical_Illustrator\" >Technical Illustrator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Medical_Illustrator\" >Medical Illustrator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Fashion_Illustrator\" >Fashion Illustrator<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Salary_of_Professional_Illustrators\" >Salary of Professional Illustrators<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#How_to_Kickstart_Your_Illustration_Career\" >How to Kickstart Your Illustration Career<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Step_One_Focus_on_One_Area\" >Step One: Focus on One Area<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Step_Two_Practice_Your_Skills_and_Tools\" >Step Two: Practice Your Skills and Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Animation_Desk\" >Animation Desk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#NoteLedge\" >NoteLedge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Step_Three_Build_a_Portfolio\" >Step Three: Build a Portfolio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Step_Four_Cultivate_Your_Personal_Brand\" >Step Four: Cultivate Your Personal Brand<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-illustrator\/#Tips_that_Help_You_Succeed_as_An_Illustrator\" >Tips that Help You Succeed as An Illustrator<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-illustrator\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_Illustrator\"><\/span>What is an Illustrator?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?resize=752%2C501&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"illustrator drawing an illustration\" class=\"wp-image-9408\" width=\"752\" height=\"501\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&amp;ssl=1 1080w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?resize=980%2C653&amp;ssl=1 980w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?resize=480%2C320&amp;ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/bench-accounting-unG80SBSfMU-unsplash.jpg?w=1680&amp;ssl=1 1680w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 984px) 61vw, (max-width: 1362px) 45vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve all seen illustrations, but how about the hand behind the drawing? What does an illustrator do, exactly? A traditional illustrator is an artist who is hired or commissioned to produce a visual representation or imagery to accompany or explain a concept or text. Illustrators work extensively with a client, discussing their illustration needs, developing samples, and eventually producing a final illustrative work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Successful illustrators are typically creative, realistic, and curious. They are open and communicative and know how to follow through with clients and projects. If you are interested in working as an illustrator, there are several choices and career paths for you to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Common_Types_of_Illustration_Jobs\"><\/span>10 Common Types of Illustration Jobs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We have listed the 10 most common types of illustration jobs that you can find on the market.&nbsp;Illustrators, who are specialized in creating various types of illustrations, make illustrations.&nbsp;It might sound very simple and straightforward, but they require different creative skills and creative design concepts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Product_Illustrator\"><\/span>Product Illustrator<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A product illustrator creates specific illustrations highlighting specific features of a given product. These illustrations can then be seen in advertising, packaging, websites, and more. Product illustrators are skilled in portraying products technically, accurately, and attractively. They may go hand-in-hand with branding and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nitdit.com\/best-digital-marketing-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">digital marketing<\/a> teams, helping a company solidify its brand image. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These illustrators may be hired by private companies or advertising agencies contractually. They are often good at conceptualizing products and may even draw products that haven\u2019t been created yet. Their goals may include convincing customers to buy the product or making it stand out from competitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Editorial_Illustrator\"><\/span>Editorial Illustrator<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Editorial illustrators partner with books, magazines, and newspapers to bring written words to life. They may aim to transform points in an article, accessorize an editorial piece, or complicated blocks of text into understandable editorial illustrations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Editorial illustrators work closely with art directors for magazines to convey a message through imagery to the readers. It is a wide-ranging job, however \u2013 editorial illustrators can draw traditional illustrations, maps, collages, and more. They are typically hired by editorial or magazine companies or work as freelance illustrators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comic_Book_Illustrator\"><\/span>Comic Book Illustrator<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone loves a good comic book. This career path is interesting and fun, thus one of the most sought-after jobs in illustration. Illustrators work with authors to produce a full illustrative work, making it a highly saturated market. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A solid experience in Illustration or art school may be required to be hired full-time, but many who are not formal illustration graduates have found success with the rise in webcomics and popular platforms for individual artists such as WEBTOON, WebComics, and more. These jobs have influenced the rise of the freelance illustrator job. Overall, comic book illustration is competitive but very enjoyable and fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Childrens_Book_Illustrator\"><\/span>Children\u2019s Book Illustrator<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Animation-Desk-WIN-screenshot.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Animation-Desk-WIN-screenshot.png?resize=770%2C433&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"children book illustration\" class=\"wp-image-8846\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Children\u2019s book illustrators work closely with authors to bring a storybook to life through illustrations meant for children. They are typically colorful, thought-provoking, and interesting illustrations that provide children with the necessary visuals to understand and comprehend a story. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Children\u2019s book illustrators may work freelance or with a publishing company, from the planning stages all the way to the final published piece. As with any book illustration job, extensive planning is required and needed for children\u2019s book illustration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Storyboard_Illustrator\"><\/span>Storyboard Illustrator<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are very interested in working for film and animation companies or marketing agencies, a storyboard illustrator might be a good option for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Storyboard illustrators work by drawing illustrations for films, videos, animations, commercials, and other multimedia. These illustrators work with a team that may include an art director, filmmaker, producer, or advertiser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their job is to illustrate a play-by-play of the video or movie, including camera angles, character poses, and backgrounds. The storyboard is then used during planning for the final production. Portfolios are important for storyboard illustrating, and the job does require extensive teamwork, but projects are always unique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technical_Illustrator\"><\/span>Technical Illustrator<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A technical illustrator is a broader career choice \u2013 it encompasses many fields including illustrating blueprints, graphics, diagrams, and more. They may be hired by companies to depict their products or communicate information of a technical nature. Technical illustrators must be able to draw accurate illustrations by reading and interpreting the text.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They may see their work published in manuals, <a href=\"https:\/\/scribehow.com\/library\/instruction-manual\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">instruction guides<\/a>, research papers, and more. Proficiency in software like AutoCAD and MS Office is a huge plus for this job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medical_Illustrator\"><\/span>Medical Illustrator<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another type of technical illustrator is a medical illustrator. Though this profession is a niche, it is incredibly important. It typically requires an extensive background in scientific and medical training or a B.S. certificate in a related field &#8211; on top of illustration skills. Medical illustrators mostly produce accurate drawings of body parts to help medical professionals, researchers, and other industries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of these listed career paths, it is one of the least creative jobs; however, it pays well and illustrators have a responsibility to help medical professionals and the general public understand their bodies and medical options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fashion_Illustrator\"><\/span>Fashion Illustrator<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Fashion_design.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kdan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Fashion_design.png?resize=753%2C564&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"fashion illustrator or designer\" class=\"wp-image-8615\" width=\"753\" height=\"564\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Fashion illustrators are experts in portraying clothes, accessories, and styles. It lives at the intersection of drawing, painting, and the fashion world. Fashion illustrators are typically commissioned by magazines or clothing companies for brand advertising, editorial features, or to make the buying process a bit easier for stylists. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They specialize in making clothes look appealing on paper using both realistic and abstract sketches. A portfolio is essential in the fashion industry \u2013 there are also many opportunities for traveling or attending fashion shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"salary\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salary_of_Professional_Illustrators\"><\/span>Salary of Professional Illustrators<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any job, illustration offers levels of salaries based on experience level. For a junior or entry-level illustrator in the United States, the average salary, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/Entry-Level-Illustrator-Salary#:~:text=An%20Entry%20Level%20Illustrator%20in%20your%20area%20makes%20on%20average,average%20annual%20salary%20of%20%2442%2C315.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ZipRecruiter<\/a>, is $43,317 per year, about 2% more than the national average annual salary. Junior illustrators residing in California have a higher annual salary than the rest of the country. Senior illustrators, on the other hand, earn an average base salary of about $66,484 a year. Graphic designers and technical illustrators are two of the highest-paid types of senior illustrators in the U.S., with senior graphic designers earning an average annual salary of $85,907.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Part-time and freelance illustrators have a very high pay range, from as high as $94,500 to as low as $17,500 a year. This range is a result of differences in skill, background, location, and experience. The highest-paid part-time illustrator jobs are offered in New York City, with San Mateo, CA and Boston, MA close behind in second and third. Illustrator interns with less than one year of experience, on the other hand, are paid an average of $15 an hour. Interns may be just starting off in the design field and tasked with supporting an experienced team of designers and illustrators.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kickstart\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Kickstart_Your_Illustration_Career\"><\/span>How to Kickstart Your Illustration Career<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting started on a whole new career path might sound daunting and hard to achieve, but if you do your research well and structure your career plan,&nbsp;you can kickstart your career in illustration with ease!&nbsp;We have broken down the plan into four essential steps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_One_Focus_on_One_Area\"><\/span>Step One: Focus on One Area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To begin, assess your personal skill level, taking into account any prior training or formal education you have received, such as a degree in illustration. This is an opportune moment to reflect on your specific interests, strengths, preferred style, and more, in the field of illustration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, try to narrow down your scope to a few specific jobs you want to dive into. For example, you could make a list of jobs you\u2019re interested in, and cross off jobs until you get a smaller list. With a smaller focus, you can save a lot of time in finding the right resources and education, even as a beginner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_Two_Practice_Your_Skills_and_Tools\"><\/span>Step Two: Practice Your Skills and Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After you have decided which kind of illustration job you would like to work towards, you can start polishing your personal skillset and tools. Start by looking into your specific job and researching some common tools and software that professionals may use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find this out by asking a seasoned professional in the field, looking up job requirements, or exploring the software that is out there. Common graphic design software may include Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or 3D design software, depending on the field you\u2019re looking to go into. However, if you\u2019re a beginner, this software might be difficult, to begin with, and\/or a bit too expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To begin your creative journey, you can use try beginner-friendly software like <strong>NoteLedge <\/strong>or <strong>Animation Desk<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/animation-desk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Animation Desk <\/a>is an amazing app to use for those interested in getting started out with animation or storyboarding. It can help you get started off and accustomed to the format of storyboards and moving images in a low-stakes environment, with easy-to-use yet comprehensive brushes, features, and interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"cta-block_9e95af3290223ccce023e4ce32e987f9\" class=\"cta-container theme-ad\">\n    <div class=\"cta-left-wrapper\">\n        <h3 class=\"cta-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Animation_Desk\"><\/span>Animation Desk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n        <ul>\n          <li>Animate on phone &#038; tablet<\/li>\n          <li>Simple, intuitive, and fun!<\/li>\n          <li>Free for download<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"cta-right-wrapper\">\n       <p class=\"cta-tips\">Animate and showcase your creativity.<\/p>\n       <a class=\"cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/zh-tw\/animation-desk\" target=\"_blank\">Learn More<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:36px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kdan.com\/noteledge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NoteLedge<\/a> is a note-taking app for creatives that features a great variety of brushes, themed color palettes, and the capacity to add images or video references to practice sketching. 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Grow your art skills, carefully curate your best works, and become confident in your own artistic skills. In our digital age, you can easily build a portfolio <a href=\"https:\/\/flippa.com\/websites\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">through a website<\/a>, on an Instagram or social media account, or even start a YouTube channel. Some portfolio-specific platforms are Behance, Dribbble, and ArtStation. A digital portfolio can be a way to \u201cget noticed,\u201d make your work visible and public online, as well as advertise yourself and your skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_Four_Cultivate_Your_Personal_Brand\"><\/span>Step Four: Cultivate Your Personal Brand<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can have a perfect, glittering portfolio; but that doesn\u2019t mean the right people will come across it. People won\u2019t be able to discover your amazing portfolio if you\u2019re not actively marketing it and yourself! Opportunities won\u2019t come unless you make the first move, here are some ways to market yourself:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Networking<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Connecting with industry professionals is easier than ever thanks to online platforms. Utilizing designer-dominated sites such as Dribbble or following seasoned illustrators on Instagram provides excellent opportunities to meet creative professionals in the industry and begin expanding your network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Apply for Jobs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, opportunities won\u2019t fall at your doorstep; you need to get yourself out there. 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