Precious Metal Jewelry Craftsman
ききんぞくそうしんぐせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A craftsman who designs and manufactures jewelry such as rings, necklaces, and earrings using precious metals like gold, platinum, and silver.
Description
Precious metal jewelry craftsmen perform processes such as wax prototype creation, casting, cutting, welding, engraving, polishing, surface finishing, and stone setting based on customer requests or designs. High technical skills and aesthetic sense are required to accurately reproduce intricate decorations and complex designs through handwork. They work in workshops or factories, and many cases involve operating independently with their own brands.
Future Outlook
While aging population and successor shortages are challenges, stable demand is expected in the high jewelry and made-to-order markets. New possibilities are expanding through integration with 3D printing and digital processing technologies.
Personality Traits
Excellent aesthetic sense / Has an eye for detail / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Commissioned Production / Individual Workshop / Self-Employed / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Craftsman → Junior Craftsman → Senior Craftsman → Chief Craftsman → Independent Business
Required Skills
Casting Processing / Dimensional Measurement / Engraving Techniques / Metal Welding / Polishing Processing / Stone Setting / Wax Prototype Making
Recommended Skills
3D CAD/CAM / Color Sense / Customer Service Skills / Design Software (Adobe)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precise work is required that does not tolerate minute decorations or dimensional errors. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because original design ideas are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic mathematical skills for dimensional measurement are needed, rather than complex calculations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Although it involves long hours of fine work, heavy labor is minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Precious Metal Jewelry Making Skills Certification
Aliases
- Engraver
- Jewelry Artisan
- Jewelry Craftsman
Related Jobs
- Engraving Master
- Goldsmith
- Jewelry Designer
- Silver Craftsman