Sign Painter
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that designs and creates signboards, signs, and murals to be displayed on stores or buildings using various techniques such as hand-drawing, stencils, and cutting sheets.
Description
Sign painters are craftsmen responsible for creating signboards, signs, murals, etc., installed in stores, public facilities, event venues, and other locations. After discussions on designs and color planning, they create sketches or layouts using cutting sheets, perform surface preparation, and apply paint using techniques such as brushes, sprays, and stencils. They also handle on-site installation, maintenance, and measures against aging deterioration to ensure beauty and durability of the finish. Work involves outdoor operations, high-altitude work, and handling heavy materials, requiring safety management and physical stamina.
Future Outlook
Although demand for some areas is decreasing due to the spread of digital signage, a certain level of demand is expected to be maintained due to the unique warmth of hand-drawn work, regional revitalization projects, and renovation needs.
Personality Traits
Creative / Good at Customer Service / Meticulous / Patient / Physically Fit
Work Style
Affiliated with Construction Company / Contract Employee / Freelance / On-site Work / Self-employed
Career Path
Apprentice Sign Painter → Craftsman (Sign Painter) → Team Leader → Independent Freelance → Sign Making Company Owner
Required Skills
Color Design / Cutting Sheet Application / Hand-drawn Painting / Scaffolding Assembly (High-altitude Work) / Surface Preparation
Recommended Skills
3D CG Modeling / CAD Design / Color Certification / Digital Design Software
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required to prevent color unevenness and line misalignment. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is needed to produce original designs and layouts. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed to endure long hours of standing work and high-altitude operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because sensibility is more emphasized than logical thinking in design creation. |
Aliases
- Sign Maker
- Sign Painter
- Sign Painting Worker
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