Craft Artists
SOC Code: 27-1012 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Create or reproduce handmade objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Craft Artists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $53,747 | $72,571 | $91,416 | $110,240 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $47,861 | $68,162 | $88,442 | $108,742 |
| Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA | $47,840 | $67,954 | $88,088 | $108,202 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $53,206 | $71,406 | $89,627 | $107,827 |
| Bakersfield-Delano, CA | $47,570 | $67,538 | $87,526 | $107,494 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $47,528 | $67,496 | $87,443 | $107,411 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $47,549 | $67,434 | $87,298 | $107,182 |
| Modesto, CA | $54,330 | $71,552 | $88,795 | $106,018 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $53,934 | $71,032 | $88,109 | $105,206 |
| Chico, CA | $47,736 | $66,810 | $85,904 | $104,978 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.9 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.8 | |
| Service Orientation | 2.8 | |
| Active Learning | 2.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Design | 3.9 |
| Fine Arts | 3.7 |
| Sales and Marketing | 3.6 |
| English Language | 3.3 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.3 |
| Production and Processing | 3.2 |
| Communications and Media | 2.8 |
| Mechanical | 2.8 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 26.1% |
| Some college | 26.1% |
| Less than high school | 17.4% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 17.4% |
| Bachelor's degree | 8.7% |
| Master's degree | 4.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Create functional or decorative objects by hand, using a variety of methods and materials.
- Cut, shape, fit, join, mold, or otherwise process materials, using hand tools, power tools, or machinery.
- Select materials for use based on strength, color, texture, balance, weight, size, malleability and other characteristics.
- Apply finishes to objects being crafted.
- Develop concepts or creative ideas for craft objects.
- Set specifications for materials, dimensions, and finishes.
- Confer with customers to assess customer needs or obtain feedback.
- Fabricate patterns or templates to guide craft production.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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