Designer (CAD)

Aliases: Jewellery Designer

Industry/Sector(s): Gem and Jewellery

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Designer (CAD) is expected to perform include:

Creating a range of basic jewellery design by hand, using CAD (Computer Aided Design) software
Produce a range of 3 dimensional (3D) jewellery designs that are practical for manufacturing
Provide detailed information regarding the dimensions, materials, manufacturing specifications, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It is a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are not available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system is not available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ¹

Preferably, 12th pass
Certified training for Designer (CAD) (programme aligned to G&J/Q 2303 released by the Gem & Jewellery Skills Council of India)

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Understanding of the technical drawings of jewellery shapes
Training in computer operation
Knowledge of computers and software such as MS Office, Internet, etc.
Knowledge of the different categories of jewellery e.g. rings, bracelets, etc.
Knowledge of regional specialities of jewellery
Knowledge of the different types of diamonds and gemstones, colours, cuts, shapes
Knowledge of the different settings in jewellery
Understanding of design utility in terms of daily wear, occasional wear, etc.
Ability to use drawing stationery and measuring tools such as pencil, eraser, scale, set squares, compass, different type of papers, tracing sheets, etc.
Ability to draw clear sketches, detailed drawings, illustrations, artwork or blueprints using drawing stationery
Ability to provide accurate information and data on the overall dimensions of diamonds and stones in terms of number, size and type
Ability to stay well informed and up-to-date on the latest software and design tools for jewellery
Knowledge of the manufacturing process of jewellery

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Communication skills
Ability to draw

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Schools and colleges across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ⁴

Designer (CAD) → Supervisor → Head Designer

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ³

For new entrants - Rs 19,000 - Rs 20,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ¹

Some organizations hire new entrants too

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS

Jewellery manufacturing units
Retail jewellery stores

KEYWORDS

Designer (CAD)
Jewellery Designer
Jewellery CAD Designer

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	2166.0401	Designer (CAD)
ISCO 2008	2166	Graphic and Multimedia Designers
NIC 2004	32111	Manufacture of jewellery of gold, silver and other precious or base metals clad with precious metals or precious or semi-precious stones, or of combinations of precious metal and precious or semi-precious stones or of other materials
QP Reference	G&J/Q2303	Designer(CAD)
NSQF¹²	Level 4	Not Applicable

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division 2

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