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Visual and Performing Arts Field of Interest
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Interior Designers
Average
$56,130
ANNUAL
$26.99
HOURLY
Entry Level
$30,810
ANNUAL
$14.81
HOURLY
Mid Level
$48,940
ANNUAL
$23.53
HOURLY
Expert Level
$80,590
ANNUAL
$38.75
HOURLY
Supporting Programs
Interior Designers
Projected Jobs
Interior Designers
1,750
Projected job openings through 2030
Top Expected Tasks
Interior Designers
01
Design plans to be safe and to be compliant with the American Disabilities Act (ADA).
02
Coordinate with other professionals, such as contractors, architects, engineers, and plumbers, to ensure job success.
03
Inspect construction work on site to ensure its adherence to the design plans.
04
Use computer-aided drafting (CAD) and related software to produce construction documents.
05
Advise client on interior design factors, such as space planning, layout and use of furnishings or equipment, and color coordination.
06
Confer with client to determine factors affecting planning of interior environments, such as budget, architectural preferences, purpose, and function.
07
Estimate material requirements and costs, and present design to client for approval.
08
Review and detail shop drawings for construction plans.
09
Formulate environmental plan to be practical, esthetic, and conducive to intended purposes, such as raising productivity or selling merchandise.
10
Design spaces to be environmentally friendly, using sustainable, recycled materials when feasible.
11
Research and explore the use of new materials, technologies, and products to incorporate into designs.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Interior Designers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Design
KNOWLEDGE
Building and Construction
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Service Orientation
ABILITY
Originality
ABILITY
Fluency of Ideas
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
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