Perfumer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who blends fragrance materials to create and develop scents.
Description
Perfumers deeply understand the characteristics of fragrance raw materials and are experts who create new scents by combining multiple fragrances. They repeatedly perform precise weighing and sensory evaluations to adjust scent balance, collaborating with marketing and brand strategies to realize product concepts. They are knowledgeable in natural and synthetic materials, legal regulations, analytical techniques such as GC-MS, and the latest trends, providing sustainable and attractive fragrances.
Future Outlook
As lifestyles diversify, interest in personalized fragrances and natural materials increases, keeping demand for perfumers stable. Utilization of AI and digital tools is also advancing.
Personality Traits
Curious and Inquisitive / High Concentration / Highly Sensitive
Work Style
Freelance / Manufacturer Employment / Research Institute Employment
Career Path
Assistant Perfumer → Senior Perfumer → Chief Perfumer → Fragrance Manager
Required Skills
Compounding Technique / Fragrance Chemistry / Fragrance Discrimination / Sensory Evaluation
Recommended Skills
English Literature Reading / GC-MS Analysis / Marketing / Trend Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to accurately adjust differences in minute blending amounts. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Necessary to create original scents. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to continuously learn new materials and trends. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly laboratory work with little heavy labor. |
Aliases
- Fragrance Creator
- Perfumer
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