You can get into this job through:
You can do a foundation degree or degree in a subject like:
You'll usually need a portfolio of work to get onto a course. A foundation course in art and design can help you to prepare for this.
Entry requirements:
You could do a college course to help you get started as a model maker. Courses include:
A Level 3 Diploma in Carpentry, Woodworking or Engineering Design may also be helpful.
Entry requirements:
You may be able to get into this job through an apprenticeship that includes model making skills. For example, a Building services design technician or Engineering, woodworking, pattern and modelmaking advanced apprenticeships.
You can also do a Props technician advanced apprenticeship if you want to work in TV and film.
Entry requirements:
You may be able to apply for jobs if you have experience of model making from other work like engineering, architectural technology, set design, carpentry or prop making.
Digital skills : to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
Skills:Model makers create 3D models for many uses, from prototypes and film sets, to construction, engineering and architecture projects.
On a typical day you could:
Location : You could work in a creative studio or in a workshop.
Environment : Your working environment may be dusty.
Uniform : You may need to wear protective clothing.
You could specialise in making models for a particular sector like architecture, advertising and exhibitions, product design, film, TV or animation.
With experience you could lead a team of model makers or manage a model making business.
You could run your own business or become an agent for other model makers.