Signwriters

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

• conferring with clients and responding to proposals sketches and written instructions to determine composition of signs
• designing and creating signs and graphics using computer software and signmaking machines
• designing and creating signs by measuring and calculating letter size preparing the surface applying background paint using brushes sprays and rollers and creating the letters using brushes stencils enamel paint and decals
• designing and creating wall murals screen prints gold leaf work and custom vehicle art
• painting signs and lettering using lacquers varnishes paints and other materials
• painting signs on brick metal timber glass plastic and other surfaces
• making and erecting three dimensional signs
• preparing cost estimates for labour and materials
• may erect and work on scaffolding
• may install signs on-site

If you enjoy dealing with people, working in a creative field, then this industry could be the place for you. The Advertising, Arts & Media encompasses a wide range of professionals; from traditional advertising including television and radio, through to photography, arts and dance. Specific skills you will need may depend on which profession you take on, but to succeed in this industry you’ll need to be someone who enjoys working as part of a team. Your day to day activities will involve working with your colleagues to achieve the best results so you’ll need to be a good team player and someone that is easy to get along with. With so much variety on offer there are a number of careers that you can embark on (see list of occupations below).

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