Design, Arts and Crafts - Ceramicist
Design, Arts and Crafts - Ceramicist
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Ceramicists or Ceramics designer-makers design and create products made from clay.
In a large company, you could:
- interpret the client's ideas to create a design
- research trends and competitor products
- create designs for mass production
- manage the production process and check quality
- make sure materials are costed and production is within budget
As an independent maker, you may also:
- design and produce one-off designs and sets
- market your own business
- mange your business admin and finance
You could work in a factory, in a creative studio, in a workshop or from home.
Ceramicists tend to work between 40 to 42 hours a week. You could manage your own business and working hours.
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You could attend workshops and training courses offered by ceramic artists and design studios. These can help you to develop your skills and make contacts in the industry, which could lead to work.
Courses vary in length and cost and are often open to all abilities.
You could start as a design studio assistant and specialise in ceramics through workshops and training on the job.