Designers create or arrange objects and materials to achieve artistic or decorative effects for apparel, interior, or other commercial items. They may also create, mark out, or draw designs for such items as furniture and machinery.
Some college is required, but some jobs require a degree.
They work for advertising agencies, retail business, florists, and government agencies. Some do free-lance work and others teach. An average of 237 jobs is available each year. Salary may vary according to location and individual ability. In Alabama, Interior Designers must have completed 48 college semester hours or 60 college quarter hours and pass a written test to become certified.