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Model maker apprenticeships

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Model maker apprenticeships - where to start

You can get into this job through

  • a university course
  • a college course
  • an apprenticeship


    • University

    You can do a foundation degree or degree in a subject like: 

    • 3D design 
    • art and design 
    • sculpture
    • visual effects 
    • product design 
    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. You'll usually need:

    • a foundation diploma in art and design 
    • at least 1 A-Level, or equivalent, for a foundation degree
    • 2 to 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a degree 
    College
    You could do a college course to help you get started as a model maker. Courses inlcude:

    • Level 3 Award In 3D Computer-aided Design
    • Level 3 Diploma in 3D Design and Crafts
    • Level 4 Diploma in Art and Design 
    • A Level 3 Diploma in Carpentry, Woodworking or Engineering Design may also be helpful.
    You'll usually need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a Level 3 course. You'll need 1 or 2 A-Levels, a Level 3 diploma or relevant experience for a Level 4 or 5 course. 

    Apprenticeship
    You may be able to get into this job through an apprenticeship that includes model making skills. For example, a Level 3 apprenticeship in engineering woodworking, pattern and model-making. You can also do a props technician Level 3 apprenticeship if you want to work in TV and film. You'll usually need 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths. 

    Direct Application
    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. 

    Model maker apprenticeships - what it takes

    Skills and knowledge

    You'll need: 

    • design skills and knowledge 
    • to be thorough and pay attention to detail 
    • knowledge of engineering science and technology 
    • patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations 
    • knowledge of manufacturing production and processes 
    • the ability to come up with new ways of doing things
    • to be flexible and open to change 
    • analytical thinking skills 
    • to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

    Model maker apprenticeships - what you'll do

    Day-to-day tasks

    Your day-to-day duties might include:

    • discussing the brief with the designer or client
    • using freehand drawing skills or computer-aided design (CAD) to illustrate initial ideas
    • using a range of hand, power and machine tools and computerised equipment to make models
    • using electronics or mechanical methods to make working models with moving parts 
    • carrying out finishing processes like hand colouring or spray painting
    Working environment
    You could work in a creative studio or in a workshop. Your working environment may be dusty. You may need to wear protective clothing.

    Career path and progression - Model maker apprenticeships

    With experience you could lead a team of model makers in construction, engineering, film or TV. As a self-employed model maker you could become an agent for other model makers.

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