Industrial Designer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Professional Occupations in Legal, Business, Cultural and Artistic Fields
- Middle : Designers
- Minor : Other Designers
Summary
A profession that handles everything from planning to design, prototyping, and mass production, considering the appearance, shape, and functionality of industrial products. Designs that consider usability from the user's perspective, manufacturing costs, and productivity.
Description
Industrial Designers plan and design the appearance, shape, and functionality of consumer goods and industrial products, and prepare for mass production through prototyping and evaluation. They develop concepts based on market research and user research, and create models and prototypes using sketches and 3D CAD. They propose designs that consider manufacturing processes, costs, and productivity, and collaborate with engineers, production departments, and marketing staff to advance product development.
Future Outlook
With the spread of IoT and smart products, demand for product design emphasizing user experience is increasing. The use of digital tools and response to sustainable design will be key in the future.
Personality Traits
Creative / Curious and inquisitive / Good at spotting problems / Good team player / Sharp observation skills
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant Designer → Designer → Senior Designer → Chief Designer → Creative Director
Required Skills
3DCAD Software Operation / Hand-drawn Sketching / Material Processing Knowledge / Modeling / Prototyping
Recommended Skills
Adobe Creative Suite / English Document Reading Comprehension / Presentation Skills / User Research
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately design the fine shapes and specifications of products. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To generate original ideas from the user's perspective. |
| Problem Solving | Because design adjustments are required to solve manufacturing and usage issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is minimal, and quantitative calculations are supplementary. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- Color Certification
Aliases
- Product Designer
Related Jobs
- Graphic Designer
- Interior Designer
- Product Designer
- UI/UX Designer