Technical Illustrator Jobs

A Technical Illustrator in the commercial art industry creates detailed, precise artwork and diagrams that visually represent complex information. Their work is commonly used in instructional manuals, product packaging, and digital guides to help consumers understand how a product works or how to assemble it. They use a variety of tools and software to create their illustrations, including drafting tables, CAD software, and graphic design tools. These professionals must have a keen eye for detail, strong technical knowledge, and excellent communication skills to interpret and present complex information in a way that is easy to understand.

Relevant skills for a Technical Illustrator include proficiency in specialized software like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, AutoCAD, and other 3D modeling tools. They should have strong drawing skills, understanding of engineering concepts, and the ability to work with technical experts in various fields. A degree in graphic design, industrial design or a related field is often required. Certifications like Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Technical Illustrator, a person might have roles such as a Junior Illustrator, Graphic Designer, or CAD Operator to gain the necessary experience and skills.

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Technical Art Designer

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Required to have knowledge of graphic products and techniques such as production art, typography, page layout, printing, color theory, Internet, and paper....

Technical Designer Junior

  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago

Your Role As a Gensler Designer with our dynamic Tampa team, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful...

Technical Designer - Workplace Interiors - Mid Level

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago

Your Role Genslers Newport Beach Office is seeking a Technical Designer to join our team of design thinkers and doers. You will collaborate with our Design Directors to develop design solutions as...

Technical Illustrator

  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 6 days ago

Title: Technical Illustrator Program Summary KBRs Aviation & Ground Systems Directorate provides Systems Engineering & Integration support to the Armys Aviation and Ground soldiers with project based...

Technical Designer

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 6 days ago

Technical Designer(s) (full-time, multiple openings) needed in Newport Beach, CA to consult with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of structures, and plan layouts of...

Technical Designer - Workplace - Junior

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 days ago

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. Were not just designers. Were tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators...

Senior Technical Illustrator

  • Golden Valley, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Golden Valley, MN
  • 12 days ago

With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and...

Technical Designer II Architecture

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 12 days ago

Leo A Daly EEO Information Leo A Daly Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color,...

Technical Designer

  • Tampa, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 13 days ago

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CAD Technical Illustrator - Huntsville, AL

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 15 days ago

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented CAD Technical Illustrator to create, edit, and maintain detailed technical equipment illustrations for publications....

Technical Designer - Senior

  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 days ago

Your Role As a Gensler Chicago Technical Designer in our Workplace Studio, your job is to combine creativity and technical skills with a thorough understanding of the Design, in order to produce...

Technical Illustrator NEW

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 18 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 18 days ago

Technical Illustrator SRG Government Services View Employer's Profile FOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Unspecified Colorado Springs, CO (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Technical Illustrator Salary...

Technical Illustrator

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 20 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 20 days ago

Location: 2727 N Central Ave, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 United States of America U-Haul Self-Storage Department is looking for skilled Technical Illustrator to join our team to assist staff Technical Illustrators...

Technical Designer, SM Apparel

  • New York, NY
  • 25 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 25 days ago

General Summary: The Technical Designer will be responsible for all areas of the technical design process. They will possess outstanding technical, written, and verbal skills. This position...

Assistant Technical Designer

  • Kissimmee, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kissimmee, FL
  • 30+ days ago

The Associate Technical Designer for Softlines apparel reports to the Tech Designer or Sr. Tech Designer in the Softlines department. In this role, the chosen candidate will have understanding of...

Technical Illustrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Illustrator
Create your own logos, icons, diagrams and other visual content according to graphic design industry standards with this introductory course to Adobe Illustrator. This online course from LaSalle...
AWS Cloud Technical Essentials
Kick off your cloud career by learning the fundamentals of AWS products, services, and solutions and basic concepts of database, storage, networking, security and cloud computing. Are you in a...
Technical Report Writing for Engineers
Technical reports are a vital tool for engineers to communicate their ideas. This online course introduces technical report writing and teaches the techniques you need to construct well-written...

Salary for Technical Illustrator Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireCommercialArt research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Technical Illustrators offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.9%
Associate's Degree
15.3%
Master's Degree
12.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.3%
High School or GED
4.1%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Technical Illustrators
Less than 1 year
38.5%
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.2%
6-8 years
11.5%
4-6 years
3.8%
None
3.8%


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