Job profile
Enamelers are craftsmen specialized in the use of enamel to create jewelry pieces and watches. They apply the material on the piece in fine layers, one by one, with several high-temperature firings to bring out the colors.
Jewelry professions
Enameler
Enameler
Enamelers apply the material using a marten-hair brush.
They also use kilns to fire the material and thereby bring out the color of the enamel.
A binocular loupe on the workbench provides him with up to 40x magnification to examine the piece’s details.
“When you take the enamel out of the kiln, the material glows like fire. It takes a few minutes to see the final result, and that’s always a moment of pure magic!”
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There is a wide variety of enameling techniques: grisaille, plique-à-jour, champlevé and more.
Skills
Discover the three key attributes of an enameler
Artistic flair
Enameling has a lot in common with drawing: you have to accurately express the creative intention behind the sketch.
Precision
The items to be adorned are sometimes very small, requiring exacting care for a satisfactory result.
Restraint
To ensure straight, delicate brush strokes, you need a steady hand and absolute concentration!
Training opportunities
Training programs are available as of 9th grade, as well as for high school graduates and professionals looking to change careers. Whether you are entering the job market or embarking on a new path, this interactive map will help you find a training program close to home.
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Jewelry professions
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Designer
Using sketchwork, designers imagine new creations around a central theme set out by the Maison’s Artistic Director. This is the first step in the creative process.
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Quality controller
At every step in the production processes, these professionals verify compliance with the Maison’s strict quality standards.
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Caster
Casters transform three-dimensional wax or resin models of jewelry creations into fully formed gold pieces.
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Gouache designer
Wielding a paintbrush, these creative professionals create an artistic rendering that perfectly captures the final piece.
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3D designer
Starting from sketches, these creative professionals design digital models of jewelry pieces.
