Automation index
How much of a Illustrator’s job can AI already do?
A sketch and a palette come earlier. An image that tells and actually ships does not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Illustrator
21%
AI can already do 21% of this job.
#423 / 633
View rankingIllustrator
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Sketches, palettes and a first pass.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 40% | +7.2 |
Draw, paint and close the plate.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
Client, changes and not watering the view.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Files, print and rights.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Diary, invoices and life between jobs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 16% | +2.6 |
Not delivering a drawing that is not yours.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 21% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Sketches, palettes and a first pass
- Draw, paint and close the plate
- Client, changes and not watering the view
- Files, print and rights
- Diary, invoices and life between jobs
- Not delivering a drawing that is not yours
- ilustrador
- illustrator
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-1013.00· ESCO/ISCO 2166
IS WORK OVER?
Junior developer
31%↓
#38 / 633
View rankingJunior developer
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 48% | +6.2 |
Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Develop Web sites.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 30% | 28% | +8.4 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- write code
- programming
- software development
- coding
- debug code
- computer programming
- decentralized application frameworks
- blockchain openness
- software components libraries
- ICT debugging tools
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1251.00· ESCO/ISCO 2512