No day is ever the same, that's one thing that keeps it exciting. Orders have to be checked, flowers have to be ordered, cleaned, customers have to be helped, deliveries have to be made on time, wedding appointments have to be done, funereal flowers have to be perfectly set, and paper work has to be done!
CAREER
Floral Designers
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$29,880
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
-21% (decline)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Floral Designers Do
Design, cut, and arrange live, dried, or artificial flowers and foliage.
Other Job Titles Floral Designers May Have
Designer, Floral Clerk, Floral Designer, Florist
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Confer with clients regarding price and type of arrangement desired and the date, time, and place of delivery.
- Select flora and foliage for arrangements, working with numerous combinations to synthesize and develop new creations.
- Order and purchase flowers and supplies from wholesalers and growers.
- Deliver arrangements to customers, or oversee employees responsible for deliveries.
- Plan arrangement according to client's requirements, using knowledge of design and properties of materials, or select appropriate standard design pattern.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Floral Designers
Most common level of education among people in
this career: High school diploma or equivalent (76%)
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college, no degree
Bachelor's degree
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
High School
Bachelor
Certification / License
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
Floral design school and business classes.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
College Students
Business classes.
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