YOU ARE
The Designer
When someone needs an innovative solution, you’re the one they turn to.
A creative career is calling your name!
Read on to discover what kinds of jobs and opportunities suit you.
Creative
Open-minded
Discerning
Congratulations! You are the Designer. Inventive, open-minded, and stylish, you bring a creative approach to everything that you do. You’re probably known as ‘the creative one’, and you feel most alive when you’re bringing new ideas to life. In your spare time, we’ll probably find you stuck into arts and crafts, dancing, cooking, or even creative writing.
Because of your curious nature and interest in the arts, you’re drawn toward jobs that involve finding new ways to solve problems, potentially using technology. If you’re looking for some career inspiration, some good places to start are in the arts, design, engineering, or architecture sectors.
“Design is intelligence made visible.”
— Alina Wheeler, author
Five high-potential jobs for you
There’s more to Designer jobs than graphic design, although that is a popular option. There are many kinds of problems that require creative problem-solving, as well as the ability to consistently pull off high-quality projects.
These careers could be your perfect fit:
1. Interior Designer
Design beautiful, functional spaces for living, working, and everything in between. Work collaboratively with clients and contractors throughout the design process.
17% increase in jobs 2014-2019
Interior Design Courses
2. User Experience Designer
Improve how users interact with digital products and services, like websites and apps. Conduct user research, design, test with users and present design solutions.
65% increase in jobs 2014-2019
UX Courses
3. Photographer
Create photographs that represent a subject or convey a message in a particular way. Use camera and studio equipment and image editing software to achieve specific results.
43% job growth 2014-2019
Photography Courses
4. Fashion Designer
Design the clothes, shoes, and accessories people wear. Research trends, develop designs, choose materials, and instruct producers how to construct them.
38.7% have a VET qualification
Fashion Design Courses
5. Building Designer
Translate ideas for buildings into reality. Develop designs and help with renovating and constructing homes, businesses and public facilities for clients.
15,000 new jobs 2019-24
Building Design Courses
Transferable skills
There are several core transferable skills you’ll build upon throughout your career. To build a great career in the Designer cluster, you’ll want to focus on:
Project management skills
Problem-solving skills
Technical skills
While technical skills depend largely on the industry or occupation you’re in, some Designer skills in demand are:
Developing concepts
Estimating project scope and costs
Designing with computers
Subjects you may enjoy
Dreaming of all the different careers out there? These subjects can lead to jobs that will use your natural talents and abilities, while keeping you challenged and engaged.
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