Muralist Job Description

Muralists apply paint to create artistic works on wall, murals and other large indoor and outdoor surfaces. They create original artwork using a wide variety of media and techniques.

Typical Job Duties

• Confer with client to gain thorough understanding of their project needs

• Estimate timelines and cost of materials

• Develop and work within project budget

• Submit preliminary or finished artwork or project plans to clients for approval, incorporating changes as necessary

• May use freehand drawing, computer imaging or other methods to create sketches or portraits

• May create or replicate works of art using memory, imagination, sketches or photographs

• Brush or spray a variety of paints and other finishes to walls, murals and other surfaces

• Maintain portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities