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About The Career
Designers in this space work with artisans and communities to revitalize craft techniques and develop marketable products. Opportunities exist in NGOs, social enterprises, government craft bodies, export houses and private labels focusing on slow/sustainable fashion. Government and design institutes often run craft & sustainability programs
Sustainable & Craft-based Design (Heritage & Handloom)
Persona (Who suits this career best?)
Minimum Required Qualification
- Socially-minded and collaborative
- Patient and respectful of tradition
- Interested in environmental impact and fair trade
- 10+2 for many UG/diploma programs; relevant craft experience is a strong asset.
Stream of Study
Entry Pathways
- Any; humanities/arts useful for community work and history of crafts
- 10+2 → B.Des / craft diploma / short courses → internships with NGOs or artisan clusters → roles in development projects, craft promotion, or own enterprise
Average Starting Salary
- ₹12,000 – ₹40,000 / month (varies widely; many start in NGO/social enterprise roles with modest pay, but designers can grow to lead projects or run successful craft businesses).
