# Tasks & work activities — ceramic painter

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 27-1012.00 (Craft Artists) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 7316; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

## Task statements

- **[Core]** Plan and attend craft shows to market products.
- **[Core]** Pack products for shipping.
- **[Core]** Create functional or decorative objects by hand, using a variety of methods and materials.
- **[Core]** Cut, shape, fit, join, mold, or otherwise process materials, using hand tools, power tools, or machinery.
- **[Core]** Select materials for use based on strength, color, texture, balance, weight, size, malleability and other characteristics.
- **[Core]** Apply finishes to objects being crafted.
- **[Core]** Develop concepts or creative ideas for craft objects.
- **[Core]** Set specifications for materials, dimensions, and finishes.
- **[Core]** Confer with customers to assess customer needs or obtain feedback.
- **[Core]** Fabricate patterns or templates to guide craft production.
- **[Core]** Create prototypes or models of objects to be crafted.
- **[Core]** Sketch or draw objects to be crafted.
- **[Core]** Advertise products and work, using media such as internet advertising and brochures.
- **[Core]** Develop product packaging, display, and pricing strategies.
- **[Supplemental]** Research craft trends, venues, and customer buying patterns to inspire designs and marketing strategies.
- **[Supplemental]** Develop designs using specialized computer software.

## Detailed work activities

- Analyze project data to determine specifications or requirements.
- Apply finishes to artwork, crafts, or displays.
- Build models, patterns, or templates.
- Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
- Confer with clients to determine needs.
- Construct distinctive physical objects for artistic, functional, or commercial purposes.
- Develop artistic or design concepts for decoration, exhibition, or commercial purposes.
- Develop promotional strategies or plans.
- Draw detailed or technical illustrations.
- Monitor current trends.
- Package materials for transport.
- Package objects for shipping.
- Promote products, activities, or organizations.
- Select materials or props.