PLEASE USE THE BELOW QUESTIONS TO GUIDE YOUR INTERVIEW AND REPLACE THE SUGGESTIONS WITH YOUR ANSWERS
Description of my profession, products, services, expertise, and knowhow.
Start the description here using a personal approach. For example: I am a restorer of stained glass, specialised in the restoration of sacred stained glass. I have more than 10 years of expertise. My profession requires knowledge in glass techniques but also in history and art history… If relevant you should also mention your activity as trainer in your profession. Transmission is very important so don’t hesitate to mention it.
Why this profession?
Explain here in a personal way at what age and under what circumstances you decided to do this profession. Tell the story of your motivation. What do you like in what you do?
What is my main target?
Most of my clients are… explain here the profile of most of your clients. Are they private consumers, public organisations, conservators, architects. others? Explain the fields you are working with, cultural heritage, fashion, architecture, leisure, interior design… If you are also offering training, mention the people that you pass your expertise to : professionals who want to specialise in a specific technique, young people who start, children.
The materials I use most and where I purchase them.
Describe here the materials you use and, if relevant, mention the use of natural materials, of recycled ones and of materials that are locally sourced, since this lets you reduce the impact on environment.
The techniques, the tools I you use in my work for production and for marketing purposes.
You can explain here the specific techniques you use and, if you wish, describe the tools you use. Do not forget to mention any digital tools, like 3d printing, digital design tools, virtual reality or other tools, if relevant.
My view on the evolution of my profession. Innovative or endangered?
Explain here your perception about the evolution of your profession since you started. If any, bring some suggestions about changes and innovation it needs to make it a valid professional option for future generations.
How I learned and became a professional.
Describe here your learning path, including non-formal education in workshops, professional school education, self-made education, university… and how long it took to you to become what you are now.
My recommendations to young people who are interested in my profession.
Write here your suggestions and tips for young people who may not know your profession well but would like to know more.
