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Picture framer

Picture framers mount items like photographs, paintings and other artwork for display.

Average annual salary

£16,000 to £25,000

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Entry Requirements:

You can get into this job through:

  • a college course
  • working towards this role
  • specialist courses run by professional bodies

Entry requirements:

College

You could start by taking a short course in picture framing run by a college or adult education centre. Some colleges may also cover picture framing as part of a broader art and design course.

Entry requirements:

Entry requirements:

Work

It may be possible to work your way into this role by starting as a gallery assistant.

Working alongside an experienced framer may give you the chance to train on the job.

OtherRoutes

You could train in picture framing by doing specialised courses with a gallery or framing company. You can find details of training providers through the Fine Art Trade Guild .

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Required Skills:

Digital skills : to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Skills:
  • to be thorough and pay attention to detail
  • design skills and knowledge
  • customer service skills
  • the ability to work on your own
  • knowledge of the fine arts
  • the ability to work well with your hands
  • the ability to sell products and services
  • concentration skills
  • persistence and determination
  • the ability to come up with new ways of doing things
  • ambition and a desire to succeed
  • thinking and reasoning skills
  • knowledge of manufacturing production and processes
  • physical skills like movement, coordination, dexterity and grace
  • excellent verbal communication skills
  • the ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning
  • the ability to understand people’s reactions
  • persuading skills
  • the ability to read English
  • active listening skills
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What you'll do:

Picture framers mount items like photographs, paintings and other artwork for display.

In this job, you'll:

  • talk to customers about what they want
  • give advice on colours, styles and materials for mounts and frames
  • work out costs and give quotes and timescales for jobs
  • cut mount board, plastic and glass to the correct size
  • create bevelled edges and joins using hand or machine tools
  • mount artwork and assemble frames
  • pack and deliver finished framed items
  • stocktake and order supplies

Location : You could work from home or at a store.
Environment : Your working environment may be dusty.
Uniform : You may need to wear protective clothing.

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Salary:

Starter : £16,000
Experienced : £25,000

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Working hours:

42 - 44 hours a week

Working Pattern is weekends flexibly

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Career Path:

With experience, you could start your own business or take on a picture framing franchise.

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