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Overview
Cartographer work is about turning measurements, geographic data and scientific information into maps for purposes such as topographic, urban, navigation or political use.
In job descriptions, look for GIS, cartography, mapping data, photogrammetry, surveying, geospatial technology, map legends, aerial photos, calculations and visual design.
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Open in Job ExplorerWhat the work can involve
Cartographer work combines measurements, geospatial data and visual design. The output may be a printed map, digital map layer, GIS dataset, navigation product or research material.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth includes cartography, GIS, photogrammetry, surveying, geodesy, map legends, aerial photos, quantitative research, geospatial technologies and clear handling of mapping data.
Salary context
Pay expectations are shaped by GIS depth, data responsibility, research content, customer-specific map design, surveying calculations, software skills and whether the role owns quality checks for published maps.
Career paths
Paths can come from geography, surveying, geomatics, GIS analysis or design. Development may lead to GIS specialist work, geospatial data management, research or project responsibility for map products.
Good to know
Check whether adverts emphasize field survey, aerial imagery, desktop GIS, map design, data preservation, navigation problems or research. The mix shows whether the role is technical, visual or scientific.
Editorial note
This guide is editorial career context, not official labour-market statistics or role-specific pay data.
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O*NET relationships
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O*NET relationships: 3
Surveying and Mapping Technicians
17-3031.00
Close relationship
The occupations are closely related, but the official mapping does not treat them as exact equivalents.
Open in O*NETCartographers and Photogrammetrists
17-1021.00
O*NET occupation is broader
The O*NET occupation covers a broader field of work than this ESCO occupation.
Open in O*NETGeographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
15-1299.02
Close relationship
The occupations are closely related, but the official mapping does not treat them as exact equivalents.
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Occupation group
Cartographers and surveyors (2165)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/ad8ab454-b506-46a5-afd3-66bbffd54115 |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 2165.2 |
| ISCO group | 2165 |
| Concept type | Occupation |