What does a Puppet Maker do?

You design and craft puppets and marionettes for theater and art.

What education does Puppet Maker require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (48 months)

How much does a Puppet Maker earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 42'000, mid ~CHF CHF 55'000 per year (approximate).

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Puppet Maker

Crafts & Construction

Puppet makers design and craft puppets and marionettes for theatre, film, art collections or sale. They work with various materials such as wood, fabric, papier-mache and plastic. In Switzerland, there is a vibrant puppet theatre scene, and handcrafted puppets are valued as art objects.

Entry

~CHF 42'000

CHF 3'500/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 55'000

CHF 4'583/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 72'000

CHF 6'000/Mt.

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

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration48 months

Your path to Puppet Maker

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)3–4 years

Company + vocational school

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Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

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Career Start

Qualified professional

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Starting salary: CHF 42'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics3/10

🔬 Science3/10

💻 IT2/10

🔧 Manual9/10

🎨 Artistic9/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity9/10

🤝 Social Contact5/10

💪 Physical Demands4/10

📈 Career Growth3/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)1/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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