A greeting card Illustrator creates original illustrations for greeting cards. They may design the card itself, or work with a designer to create the final product.
They may also create the card’s layout and text.
Greeting card Illustrators often have a degree in graphic design or illustration. They may have experience working as a freelance artist, or in a commercial art department.
They must have skills in Photoshop and Illustrator, as well as an understanding of commercial printing and marketing.
Most greeting card Illustrators work independently, but a few freelance companies exist that offer services to a global market. They may work on a commission basis, or sell their illustrations through an online store.
The global market for greeting card illustrations is growing, and the industry is expected to grow by 5% over the next five years. Greeting card Illustrators can expect to earn an average salary of $50,000 per year.
