Signmaker, Kaihanga tohu
Also known as
- Sign installer, sign maker and installer, signwriter, sign erector
Signmakers design, print and install signs using a range of materials for both indoor and outdoor use.
Duration
02:06 mins
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$53K to $79K
Most common
$95K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
Signmakers
- usually work regular business hours, but may work evenings or weekends
- usually work in workshops or studios, and may travel locally
- may work in all weather and hazardous conditions
- need to be accurate, practical and safety conscious
Tasks
- create designs by hand and using software
- talk to clients about design ideas
- make neon and LED signs
- install signs on billboards, cars and buildings
- finish signs with chemical sprays or vinyl
- prepare price quotes for clients
- clean and maintain equipment
Creative
Investigative
Practical
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need experience to become a signmaker and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a New Zealand Certificate in Signmaking (Level 4)
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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