Ausbildung career
Artist Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Artist/in
The Artist vocational training is a 3-year school-based program at a vocational school, leading to a state examination. It provides comprehensive general and specialized learning content, enabling the development of artistic skills and a foundational professional qualification in creative fields.
What you do
- Learn and apply drawing, painting, and design techniques
- Develop personal artistic concepts and ideas
- Implement projects and commissioned work in the artistic field
- Study art history, theory, and various art styles
- Present, discuss, and reflect on one's own artworks
- Experiment with various materials and media
Requirements
- Creativity and strong artistic talent
- Good spatial imagination and sense of form
- High motivation and discipline for the school-based training
- Interest in art, culture, and aesthetics
- Often a portfolio of personal artistic works is required
- At least a secondary school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss)
- Very good German language skills (B2) for classes and specialized discussions
Career prospects
- 1Freelance work as an artist in various fields
- 2Employment in art galleries, studios, or cultural institutions
- 3Further training in specific art areas (e.g., illustration, restoration)
- 4Study at an art academy or university (with higher education entrance qualification)
- 5Work in creative agencies (e.g., as a concept artist)
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
Browse all positionsFrequently asked questions
Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.
How much do you earn in a Artist Ausbildung in Germany?
Usually 750 to 1,000 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.
How long is the Artist Ausbildung?
The Ausbildung takes 3 years.
What German level do I need for a Artist Ausbildung?
Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.
What are the requirements for a Artist Ausbildung?
Creativity and strong artistic talent; Good spatial imagination and sense of form; High motivation and discipline for the school-based training; Interest in art, culture, and aesthetics.
Where can I find open Artist Ausbildung positions?
There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.
How to apply as a Artist
Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.
Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.