What does a Jewelry Designer do?
Jewelry designers are responsible for all aspects involved in the process of creating pieces of jewelry and related accessories. They may create custom pieces according to an individual client’s personal specifications or make a prototype for a design that will be mass produced. They research and procure materials, sketch drawings, prepare spec sheets, and approve samples. They often work closely in collaboration with R&D, production, marketing, and other departments. They may brainstorm design ideas based on new or upcoming trends.
Jewelry designers may have a college degree or technical diploma in jewelry making or a design field, or a background in art or graphic design. They should be proficient with graphic design software programs. These roles require strong creative talents, innovative thinking, and the ability to spot emerging trends.
How much does a Jewelry Designer make?
Base Pay
Additional Pay
$46,709
/ yrJewelry Designer Career Path
Learn how to become a Jewelry Designer, what skills and education you need to succeed, and what level of pay to expect at each step on your career path.
Years of Experience Distribution
Jewelry Designer Insights
Jewlr“Employee Engagement Events are top notch”
Allison Metalworks“Flexible work and hours.”
Jewlr“Pay not so great”
Berry Jewelry“everyone is nice to work with”
Vashi“Very good best place to work”
Jared Galleria of Jewelry“best manager i ever had”
Li & Fung“Nice place to work corporate”
Jared Galleria of Jewelry“The people I worked with were overall pretty great.”
Frequently asked questions about the roles and responsibilities of a Jewelry Designer
- Creative Designer
- Design Manager
- Creative Director
- Designer