Lego Sculpture Designer
Joey travels to Lego Headquarters in Enfield, Connecticut to meet up with three
Lego Sculpture Designers. These designers construct giant models used
in store displays throughout the nation. A person with a good 3-dimensional
sense is a necessity. All models are non-motorized and all parts must
move on their own. A typical day will vary between design and actual
construction of a particular model, traveling to promotion locations
or participating in a commercial shoot. Background training and job requirements
are discussed.
Educational level: College
Secondary level recommended classes: drafting, computer
science, drawing, art classes using 3-dimensional concepts, math.
Related
Careers: Architecture, Drafting, Computer Graphics, Advertising, Industrial
Architecture.
MediaPro Expanded Career Clusters:
02 Art, Media and Communications
03 Engineering, Science and Technologies
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Pyro-technician
Joey went by to see a pyro-technician setting up a fireworks display. He learns
how technical putting art up in the sky truly is and how much preparation time
it takes for even a short display. Discovered is how costly a firework display
is, running $600,000 for a 22 minute program to $1000 per minute! Operation
of the control board, and safety features of the equipment are discussed. Background
training and qualifications of a technician as well as how to get started in
the business is covered.
Educational level: College, and on the job training with
a fireworks company is recommended.
Secondary level recommended classes: math, science, chemistry
and electronics.
Related
careers: Chemical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, careers in the Electronics
industry, Explosives Expert with the Government or local Police Force.
MediaPro Expanded Career Clusters:
03 Engineering, Science and Technologies
11 Legal, Social and Recreation Services
12 Protective Services
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Personal Trainer
Meaghan discovers what being a personal trainer and helping people to get into
shape is all about when she visits a local gym. A background in the medical
field or health services is a definite plus for a trainer. The typical day
consists of sixteen to seventeen hours in the gym working with clients as well
as personal nutrition and relaxation breaks. Training and certification in
the field is mandatory and the salary offers many benefits.
Educational level: College recommended, Field Certification
is required.
Secondary level recommended classes: science: biology,
anatomy and physiology, health and fitness.
Related
careers: Nutritionist, Dietician, Professional Bodybuilder, Pro- Athlete,
Sports Medicine, Nursing.
MediaPro Expanded Career Clusters:
08 Educational Services
09 Health Services
11 Legal, Social and Recreational Services
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