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America Needs Painters

Take a job that could change your life.

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Earn $60k per year

Experienced painters can earn up to $60k or more1. Painting is an in-demand career that will let you start making money now.

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Take pride in your work

From your first brushstroke or your first roll, you’ll make a difference that leaves a lasting impression on the world around you.

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Design your career

Leave the desk work to someone else. Pick up a brush and paint a unique path that works just for you.

Hear it from the pros

Get prepared to paint your path

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Online training

Take an online course and discover how to start building your skills as a painter.

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Employer tools

Find tips, tools and resources designed to help you find and train the best people to fit your crew.

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Program sponsor

Sherwin-Williams designed this program to inform, inspire and support painters on their journey from getting started to developing the career of a lifetime.