Overview
Multimedia Illustrators are primarily responsible for operating multimedia-imaging equipment in order to produce visual displays and documents. They produce graphic artwork that is used in Army publications, signs, charts, posters, and television and motion picture productions. J
Job duties
- Create illustrations, layouts, map overlays, posters, graphs and charts
- Produce computer-generated graphics
- Draw cartoons for filmstrips and animation for films
- Work with television and film producers to design backdrops and props for film sets
Training
Job training for a Multimedia Illustrator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field. Advanced Individual Training is 21 weeks, 3 days at Fort Meade, MD. Some of the skills you'll learn are: Introduction to graphics, lettering, drawing and layout techniques Illustration and television graphic techniques Theory and use of color
Required ASVAB score
Electronics (EL): 93 Skilled Technical (ST): 91 Learn more about the ASVAB .
Helpful skills
- Interest in artwork or lettering
- Ability to convert ideas into visual presentations
- Neatness and an eye for detail
Civilian career relevance
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a graphic designer or illustrator at a multimedia company or private business.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2023-08-23
