What does a Calligrapher do?

You create artistic lettering for certificates, logos and artworks.

What education does Calligrapher require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (36 months)

How much does a Calligrapher earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 40'000, mid ~CHF CHF 55'000 per year (approximate).

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Calligrapher

Creative & Design

Calligraphers create artistic lettering for certificates, invitations, logos, and artworks. They master various historical and modern writing styles and work both analog and digitally. A niche profession for lovers of the art of writing.

Entry

~CHF 40'000

CHF 3'333/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 55'000

CHF 4'583/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 75'000

CHF 6'250/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration36 months

Your path to Calligrapher

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Secondary School

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Company + vocational school

3–4 years

Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

Career Start

Qualified professional

Starting salary: CHF 40'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics2/10

🔬 Science3/10

💻 IT3/10

🔧 Manual8/10

🎨 Artistic10/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance8/10

🎨 Creativity10/10

🤝 Social Contact5/10

💪 Physical Demands2/10

📈 Career Growth3/10

🔮 Future Outlook7/10

🔥 Demand (current)1/10

✨ AI Risk3/10

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