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Goldsmiths, Silversmiths, Jewellers and Precious Stone Workers

Goldsmiths, silversmiths, jewellers, and precious stone workers are the artisans behind some of the most exquisite and cherished items in the world. With a blend of creativity and technical skill, they transform raw materials into stunning pieces of art that hold both sentimental and monetary value, making them vital contributors to the luxury goods market in the UK and beyond.

Goldsmiths, Silversmiths, Jewellers and Precious Stone Workers

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Creative Arts and Design

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY19
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST
64%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£20,000 - £25,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.

THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.

AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.

This job holds up well against AI
AI exposure today is low on our index (19), and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.

Career progression path

1FIRST STEPJunior GoldsmithAs a Junior Goldsmith, you will assist in the creation of jewellery under the guidance of experienced artisans, gaining hands-on experience in various techniques.£20,000 - £25,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level JewellerIn this role, you will take on more complex projects, working independently to create bespoke pieces while managing client relationships.£28,000 - £35,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior GoldsmithAs a Senior Goldsmith, you will lead projects, mentor junior staff, and have a significant role in the creative direction of the workshop.£40,000+

The degree route

Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.

🎓Performance (Acting)Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts Limited · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£31,500 median
🎓Production ArtsGuildhall School of Music & Drama · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Theatre and Performance StudiesUniversity of Bristol · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Game Design and DevelopmentLondon South Bank University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£28,500 median
🎓Fashion Communication with Business StudiesUniversity of Brighton · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£27,000 median
🎓Music, Multimedia and ElectronicsThe University of Leeds · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£26,000 median

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There is more than one way in

You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely. Some employers will take you on here with no formal qualifications at all, if you can show you can do the work.

Degree subjects that lead this way

Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.