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Job holders in this unit group plan, direct and undertake the creation of designs for new industrial and commercial products, stage sets, and other areas not elsewhere classified in minor group 342: Design occupations.
Typical Tasks and Duties
liaises with client to determine the purpose, cost, technical specification and potential uses/users of product
prepares sketches, designs, patterns, prototypes, mock-ups and storyboards for consideration by theatre/film director, management, sales department or a client
undertakes research to determine market trends, production requirements, availability of resources and formulates design concepts
specifies materials, production method and finish for aesthetic or functional effect, and oversees production of sample and/or finished product
observes and manages intellectual property issues
create many types of special effects make-up, which can include prosthetics
define, design and implement a creative visual merchandising strategy
Entry Routes and Qualifications
Entrants have usually completed a foundation course, BTEC/SQA award, degree and/or postgraduate qualification. A variety of vocational qualifications are available.