Craft Designer
くらふとでざいなー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Professional Occupations in Legal, Business, Cultural and Artistic Fields
- Middle : Designers
- Minor : Other Designers
Summary
A profession that designs handicraft products using diverse materials and techniques, handling everything from planning the production process to proposing finished products.
Description
Craft designers work with a variety of materials such as ceramics, wood, metal, and fibers, creating designs based on manual production processes. They understand material characteristics, create drawings using sketches or CAD, and develop them into final products through prototyping and production. In addition to working as individual artists, they may handle planning and product development for craft brands or manufacturers.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for handmade and sustainable products, the market for original craft designs is expanding. Integration with digital processing technologies and utilization of online markets will be key moving forward.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant Craft Designer → Craft Designer → Senior Craft Designer → Art Director → Brand Owner
Required Skills
Drawing / Drawing Creation / Handicraft Techniques / Material Selection
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling / Digital Processing Technology / Marketing / Photography
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to finish every intricacy with precise handwork. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is essential to produce highly original designs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple calculations for setting sales prices are needed; no advanced mathematical analysis is required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Primarily individual work, with limited collaboration with others. |
Related Qualifications
- Color Certification
- Interior Coordinator
Aliases
- Craftwork Designer
- Handicraft Designer
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- Industrial Designer
- Jewelry Designer
- Textile Designer