Metal Engraver
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisans who cut, engrave, and shape precious metals or metal sheets to create jewelry and decorative items. They handle everything from design to finishing.
Description
Metal engravers use precious metals such as gold and silver, or metals like copper and brass, employing techniques such as cutting, engraving, casting, forging, and polishing to create jewelry, decorative items, and crafts. They shape metal based on drawings or design sketches, set gemstones, perform surface processing, and handle final finishing and inspection throughout the process. They are required to utilize both traditional techniques and the latest tools to achieve both beauty and durability.
Future Outlook
While artisan shortages are intensifying due to aging, demand for high-end jewelry and crafts remains strong. Succession of traditional techniques and introduction of digital processing technologies will be key going forward.
Personality Traits
Excellent Aesthetic Sense / High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Commissioned Production / Freelance / In-Store Sales / Made-to-Order / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Metal Engraver → Metal Engraver → Supervisor Metal Engraver → Workshop Manager → Independent Artisan
Required Skills
Drawings and Design (Interpretation and Creation) / Gemstone Setting Skills / Metal Cutting and Polishing Skills / Metal Engraving Skills / Precious Metal Knowledge
Recommended Skills
3D CAD/CAM Operation / CNC Machine Operation / Gemology Knowledge / Metal Surface Treatment / Sales and Marketing Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required for fine engraving and polishing. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Necessary for creating original designs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Mainly focused on work with minimal external interactions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical calculations are minimal. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mostly individual work with infrequent collaboration. |
Related Qualifications
- Precious Metal Ornament Fabrication Certified Skilled Worker Level 1
- Precious Metal Ornament Fabrication Certified Skilled Worker Level 2
Aliases
- Jewelry Artisan
- Jewelry Craftsman
- Metalwork Artist
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