Exhibition designers work with organisations and individuals to turn their ideas into engaging displays.
£18,000 Starter
to£40,000 Experienced
39 to 41 a week
evenings / weekends attending events or appointments
You can get into this job through:
You'll normally need a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in a subject like:
You may also find exhibition design options as part of some events management, and museums and galleries courses.
You'll usually need:
You may be able to get into this type of work as a junior design assistant. To do this, you are likely to need a qualification in art and design, like a diploma or an A level.
You are also likely to need experience in using computer-aided design (CAD) software packages.
You could volunteer to help set up exhibitions, for example with local arts festivals or in libraries.
The British Display Society offers a distance learning course, the Certificate in Display and Visual Merchandising, which includes units on layout, design and lighting.
You'll need to put together a portfolio of your work to highlight your design skills to show at interview. Work experience would also give you an advantage when applying for training and jobs.
You could join the Chartered Society of Designers, for professional development, training opportunities and to make industry contacts.
Creative Choices has more advice on careers in design, plus case studies and guides on setting up a design business.
You'll need:
Your day-to-day duties may include:
You could work at events, in an office or at a conference centre.
With experience you may be able to progress to a more senior position, like team leader or senior designer.
You could also become freelance, or set up your own company.
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