How to become craft artistseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$46,080
25th–75th pct. $35,020–$58,240
Top pay (est.)
$93,600
Top 10% $71,990
Pay in 5 years
$53,200est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$61,500est.
$52,900–$71,400
Outlook score
51/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
47%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+2.0%
1,000 openings / yr
How to become craft artists
Typical education
No formal educational credential
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Long-term on-the-job training
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Craft Artists
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Thinking CreativelyOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkHandling and Moving ObjectsSelling or Influencing OthersCommunicating with People Outside the OrganizationControlling Machines and ProcessesMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsPerforming for or Working Directly with the Public
Important abilities
OriginalityVisualizationFinger DexterityArm-Hand SteadinessNear VisionFluency of Ideas
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as craft artists
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.