Typical Tasks
Advertise products and work, using media such as internet advertising and brochures.
Confer with customers to assess customer needs or obtain feedback.
Develop concepts or creative ideas for craft objects.
Develop product packaging, display, and pricing strategies.
Plan and attend craft shows to market products.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Enterprising
Business based Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Attention to Detail
Independence
Achievement/Effort
Persistence
Innovation
Initiative
What key skills are needed for this job?
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Speaking
Social Perceptiveness
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Expected Knowledge
Fine Arts
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Common Activities
Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
