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OSCA 2024 · 242333 · Skill level 1

Illustrator: OSCA 242333

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Illustrator is OSCA 2024 code 242333. It corresponds to ANZSCO 232412 Illustrator (in part), which is on the CSOL and STSOL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 242333

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

  • ANZSCO 232412 · in part

    Illustrator

    On the Core Skills Occupation List, Short-term Skilled Occupation List.

    Visas for ANZSCO 232412

The job

What an illustrator does

Plans, designs, develops and prepares pictures and diagrams to communicate messages, clarify meaning, assist in presentations and illustrate stories.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

Specialisations

  • Cartoonist

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Creates visual concepts and develops illustrations for various purposes
  • Collaborates with clients or art directors to determine the scope and requirements of illustration projects
  • Researches and gathers reference materials to inform the design and development of illustrations
  • Sketches preliminary ideas and concepts for illustrations
  • Refines and finalises illustrations using traditional and digital media
  • Uses drawing, painting, drafting, collage and other techniques to create illustrations
  • Utilises image capture and manipulation software to enhance and modify illustrations
  • Creates illustrations that effectively communicate messages and clarify meaning
  • Adapts illustration styles and techniques to suit different projects and target audiences

Unit group 2423

Other occupations in Graphic and Visual Content Designers

Questions

OSCA 242333: common questions

What is the OSCA code for illustrator?
The OSCA 2024 code is 242333 (Illustrator), skill level 1. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 242333?
ANZSCO 232412 Illustrator (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Illustrator on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 232412 Illustrator is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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