You can get into this job through:
You could take a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in:
Entry requirements:
You could start by doing a college course like a Level 3 Diploma in Furniture Design and Making or a T Level in Craft and Design.
This would teach you some of the skills you'll need and could help you to get a job as a design assistant with a furniture making company.
Entry requirements:
You may be able to get into trainee or assistant designer roles through an advanced apprenticeship like:
Entry requirements:
Digital skills : to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
Skills:Furniture designers create designs for mass-produced furniture, furniture made in small batches and one-off pieces.
In your day-to-day duties you could:
Location : You could work in a creative studio, from home or in a workshop.