CARTOGRAPHERs

Cartographers...

• collect, measure, and interpret geographic information
• create maps and charts with collected information
• utilizes art, technique, and science to make maps

SKILLS

• good spatial awareness
• computer and math skills
• patient and logical
• ability to analyze information from different sources
• attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Degrees in the following would be helpful for someone wanting to become a cartographer: geography, geographical information systems (GIS), surveying and mapping science, topographic science, earth sciences, urban and land studies

Gerard Mercator & Judocus Hondiusto

Edward Lee Spence: Modern Cartographer

Spence has published a number of popular and archaeological (proximal, contour and conformant) maps and charts dealing with historical events, archaeology, shipwrecks & treasure.

WHere do cartographers work?

• Federal & local government
• Colleges & universities 
• Public utilities
• Engineering & construction companies
• Planning & consulting firms

Salary