Lettering
れたりんぐ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Lettering is a technical profession that designs and draws letters beautifully, using hand-drawing or painting to expressively render text on signboards, advertisements, packages, and more.
Description
Lettering involves designing letters according to client needs or brand images, and hand-drawing them on signboards, store signs, packages, posters, etc., using brushes, brush pens, stencils, airbrushes, and more. Responsibilities include surface preparation, color selection, and finishing processes, requiring skills adapted to materials and work environments. In recent years, there has been an increase in design production using digital software in combination, as well as high-value-added hand-drawn lettering incorporating calligraphy techniques.
Future Outlook
Due to the spread of digital signage and automation technology, demand for manual work is limited, but high-value-added hand-drawn lettering and calligraphy techniques retain steady demand in niche markets.
Personality Traits
Creative / Excellent aesthetic sense / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Contract work / Freelance / Outdoor work / Sign production department / Workshop employment
Career Path
Apprentice → Junior Lettering Artist → Senior Lettering Artist → Studio Manager → Independent
Required Skills
Color sense / Hand painting / Hand-drawn lettering technique / Stencil creation and use
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it requires accurately drawing intricate lines and letter balances. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it requires creating unique designs and layouts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical analysis is not often required in the job. |
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