What does a Illustrator do?

You draw and create illustrations for books and media.

What education does Illustrator require?

College of Higher Education (36 months)

How much does a Illustrator earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 42'000, mid ~CHF CHF 62'000 per year (approximate).

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Illustrator

Creative & Design

Creates visual representations for books, magazines, advertising, or digital media. Develops concepts, draws by hand or digitally, and turns creative ideas into appealing illustrations.

Entry

~CHF 42'000

CHF 3'500/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 62'000

CHF 5'167/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 80'000

CHF 6'667/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelCollege of Higher Education

Duration36 months

Your path to Illustrator

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Secondary School

You are here

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Basic training first

3–4 years

Work Experience

Gain experience

1–2 years

College of Higher Education

Advanced specialization

2–3 years

Career Start

HF Diploma

Starting salary: CHF 42'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics2/10

🔬 Science3/10

💻 IT7/10

🔧 Manual3/10

🎨 Artistic9/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10

🎨 Creativity8/10

🤝 Social Contact4/10

💪 Physical Demands1/10

📈 Career Growth6/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)4/10

✨ AI Risk7/10

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