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Designer (Vocational Training) – Applied Design, Jewelry, and Devices Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Designer/in (Ausbildung) - angewandte Formgebung, Schmuck und Gerät

This school-based vocational training qualifies you as a Designer for applied design, jewelry, and devices. You will learn to develop creative concepts and implement them both manually and technically. The training lasts 12 months (1 year) and concludes with a state-recognized examination.

What you do

  • Developing design concepts and product ideas
  • Creating sketches, technical drawings, and 3D models
  • Selecting and processing various materials (e.g., metals, plastics, wood)
  • Producing prototypes and samples for jewelry or devices
  • Applying design software (CAD, graphic programs)
  • Advising clients and presenting designs
  • Quality control of manufactured products

Requirements

  • Secondary school certificate (Realschulabschluss or equivalent)
  • Creativity and a good sense of aesthetics
  • Manual dexterity and precision
  • Spatial imagination
  • Interest in materials and manufacturing techniques
  • Good communication skills
  • Possibly a portfolio with personal work samples

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in design studios or with manufacturers
  2. 2Work in workshops for jewelry or product development
  3. 3Self-employment as a freelance designer
  4. 4Specialization through further training (e.g., master craftsman examination)
  5. 5With appropriate qualification: university of applied sciences studies

Open positions

There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Designer (Vocational Training) – Applied Design, Jewelry, and Devices Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 800 to 1,200 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

How long is the Designer (Vocational Training) – Applied Design, Jewelry, and Devices Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 1 year.

What German level do I need for a Designer (Vocational Training) – Applied Design, Jewelry, and Devices Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Designer (Vocational Training) – Applied Design, Jewelry, and Devices Ausbildung?

Secondary school certificate (Realschulabschluss or equivalent); Creativity and a good sense of aesthetics; Manual dexterity and precision; Spatial imagination.

Where can I find open Designer (Vocational Training) – Applied Design, Jewelry, and Devices Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Designer (Vocational Training) – Applied Design, Jewelry, and Devices

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.