Want to design a coin?

If you have artistic ability, perhaps you can make your mark on U.S. currency.

The new Lincoln bicentennial pennies were designed by U.S. Mint-affiliated artists.

The U.S. Mint is searching for as many as six new designers to join its Artistic Infusion Program, whose members have designed several high-profile coins, such as the 2009 Lincoln bicentennial pennies.

Applicants can apply online here, where they will need to submit five to 10 artistic works, a resume and a statement. They will be judged on several factors, including compositional skills, drawing ability and “the level to which the design demonstrates research of the subject matter,” states a U.S. Mint news release.

AIP artists are also paid for their work, including receiving $5,000 if their designs are selected for a coin or medal. Should an artist’s work be selected for a coin or medal, the artist will be credited in historical documents and promotional materials.

Applications will be accepted starting Sept. 1. There will be three rolling deadlines: Nov. 9,; March 8, 2010; and July 6, 2010.