What they do
Web designers use their artistic skills to present user-friendly content by way of a web page on the internet.
Education and Skills
A
bachelor's degree in computer science, graphic design or digital media
is usually required to gain employment. However, some web-designers are
self-taught and make money independently.
Demand
With
internet usage increasing at rapid pace locally, the demand for
websites locally is likely to grow in 2010. Web designers' charges vary
depending on the magnitude of work, but they can be paid from $35,000 to
$45,000 to build the most basic static five-page website, and from
$100,000 to $500,000 to build one that's more business-oriented and
involves e-commerce features.
Grooming consultant
- What they do
These
professionals work with individuals or companies that want an image
upgrade. From instructions on dining etiquette to communication, the
grooming consultant's job is to add value to appearance.
- Skills and Education
You
don't need any certification in fashion consultancy. However, "You have
to be educated, exposed and abreast of the trends," says popular
grooming consultant Sandra Samuels, principal of Totally Male.
- Demand
Financial
institutions, government institutions and persons who have recently
become public figures, are regular users of grooming consultants.
Marine Pilot
- What they do
Marine pilots guide sea-vessels in congested waters, such as harbours.
- Skills and Education
The prerequisite to be employed as a pilot ranges from a general maritime qualification to a Master's certificate.
- Demand
These professionals are well paid and, because it's one of the most low-keyed professions locally, demand is great.
Executive Chef
What they do
Executive
chefs supervise kitchen staff and direct food preparation and cooking
activities at mostly restaurants and hotels.Their responsibilities
include menu creation, financial planning, and recruiting.
Skills and education
Professional and academic qualifications in the culinary arts along with experience in food and beverage management.
Demand
The
proliferation of large hotel chains over the years have greatly
increased local demand for executive chefs. An industry source told
Sunday Finance that executive chefs at large hotels in Jamaica earn up
to US$120,000 per annum plus room and board.
Translator
What they do
Translators facilitate intercultural communication through language.
Education and Skills
A
high level of proficiency in a foreign language and its various forms.
Many employers also require a first degree in the particular language
needed to be translated, and experience in reading and editing the
language.
Demand
Just look at the
career section of your local newspaper. The demand for translators have
increased substantially over the years as Jamaican society becomes more
culturally diversed. Hotels, in paticular, are frequently on the
look-out for translators. Testament to the value people put on such
services, a friend of mine was paid $15,000 to translate a one-page
transcript from Spanish to English recently.
Executive Coach
What they do
An
executive coach helps their management-level clients with leadership
skills. Executive coaching involves the use of techniques aimed at
influencing leaders to make behavioral changes which can greatly improve
their effectiveness in managing the people around them, and by
extension, improve company performance.
Henry Lewis,
head of Caribbean Coaching Centre, is one of the more renowned executive
coaches in Jamaica. Lewis provides consultations to individuals or
groups.
"I support executives and leaders to improve
their bottom line by inspiring them, motivating them and helping them to
see the value and satisfaction in what they do," he told this newspaper
in an interview last month.
Skills and Education
Strong
interpersonal relationship skills and communication skills are a must,
combined with significant professional experience. You can acquire a
professional coach certification from some tertiary institutions.
Demand
Corporate
executives are always looking for ways to improve their management
skills, especially in today's tough economic climate. Henry said that
during these times, it can be lonely at the top for company leaders, but
programmes like his can keep them focused on the task ahead.
"Most
coaches motivate and inspire, full stop. I'm saying how can leaders
take those they manage to the next level so that their company performs
better," he said.
Forensic scientist
- What they do
Forensic scientists help investigate crimes by processing a crime scene, and collecting and analyzing physical evidence..
- Skills and Education
To
be employed to Government's Forensic Labaratory, the basic requirement
is a degree in any natural or physical science. Recruits undergo a
training program that educates on scientific principles and theory, and
provides practical training in a laboratory setting with standard
equipment.
- Demand
Once there is
crime, there is demand. And Jamaica's crime rate is one of the worst in
the world. Forensic scientists are primarily employed by Government but
private persons pay good money to find out the cause of death of loved
ones.
Veterinarian
- What they do
The
veterinarian is a physician for animals and a practitioner of
veterinary medicine. They provide care for a wide range of animals –
from small rodents to large animals, but particularly dogs and cats,
which are more common.
- Skills and Education
The
prerequisite Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, which is
offered via a five-year course at the School of Veterinary Medicine -
the University of the West Indies. To practice in Jamaica you have to
pass an examination and become a registered member of the Jamaica
Veterinary Board.
- Demand
According to industry sources, there is demand for clinics in rural Jamaica
Pastor
- What they do
The
role of a pastor is far reaching, extending way beyond just preaching
from the pulpit. It involves counselling, teaching and caring for
members of the church and wider community.
- Skills and Eduction
Courses
in ministerial studies are offered at the United Theological College of
the West Indies (UTCWI), which can provide the solid foundation in
theology training that is needed.
"Apart from the
educational things, you look for spiritual committment and dedication,"
he said. "It is more important that we look for a faithful man because
integrity is critical to what we do."
- Demand
Mortician
- What they do
They
are in the business of arranging and executing funeral rites, which
involves embalming and burial or cremation of the dead, as well as the
organisation of a ceremony.
"Running a funeral home
takes a tremendous amount of work," notes an industry source. "You have
to ensure that you have different chemicals – embalming fluid,
deadorisers, cleaning fluids etc – You have to think about caskets,
fleets etc, plus you have to be able to deal with people, because when
people are in grief, you have to expect the unexpected."
- Skills and Education
An
associate degree in funeral service education is generally required.
Good morticians have solid knowledge in the sciences and restorative
art.
- Demand
A lucrative profession. You'll never be out of business once you're good.
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