Salary guide
Jewellery Designer
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
DesignManufacturing
- The UK jewellery sector is worth over £5 billion
Other names this job is known by
- Jewelry Designer
- Jewellery Maker
Key responsibilities
- Design and create jewellery pieces
- Sketch concepts and develop prototypes
- Select materials and gemstones
- Oversee production and quality control
- Liaise with clients and manufacturers
- Stay updated on trends
- Build a portfolio
- Manage business operations
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree or diploma in jewellery design, art, or fashion
- Portfolio of design work
- CAD and handcrafting skills
- Knowledge of gemstones and materials
- Business skills (for self-employed)
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Designer
- Design Lead
- Business Owner
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study jewellery design, art, or fashion
- Build a portfolio
- Gain experience in design or manufacturing
- Progress to senior or business owner roles
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