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Pyrotechnician

Engineering & Industry

Pyrotechnicians plan, organise and carry out fireworks and pyrotechnic effects for events, film productions and blasting work. They have extensive knowledge of explosives, safety regulations and chemical processes. The profession demands the highest precision, responsibility and a special permit.

Entry
~CHF 60'000
CHF 5'000/Mt.
Mid
~CHF 78'000
CHF 6'500/Mt.
Senior
~CHF 98'000
CHF 8'167/Mt.

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

📚 Education
LevelCollege of Higher Education
Duration36 months

Your path to Pyrotechnician

Secondary School

You are here

Apprenticeship (EFZ)3–4 years

Basic training first

Work Experience1–2 years

Gain experience

College of Higher Education2–3 years

Advanced specialization

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Career Start

HF Diploma

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Starting salary: CHF 60'000/year
Academic Requirements
🔢 Mathematics7/10
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🔬 Science8/10
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💻 IT4/10
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🔧 Manual8/10
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🎨 Artistic8/10
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📊 Ratings
⚖️ Work-Life-Balance4/10
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🎨 Creativity7/10
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🤝 Social Contact5/10
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💪 Physical Demands7/10
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📈 Career Growth4/10
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🔮 Future Outlook7/10
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🔥 Demand (current)3/10
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AI Risk8/10
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