The Indian gem and jewellery industry has entered the new millennium
with great confidence. Employment opportunities for Gemmologists are increasing
now a days, because jewellery sales are on the rise. A gemmologist / jewelery
designer can begin by working with jewellery houses or work as a freelancer.
There are lot of job opportunities mainly in the private sector export
houses as well. Working full-time with firms or established designers
requires the designer to conform to their standards and client profiles.
However, if one is talented and designs one's own line of products, the
chances of carving an individual niche are much higher provided they could
satisfy market needs and continue to be creative at the same time.
There are many areas of specialisation in this field- gem grinders,
gem polishers, gem assorters, engravers, jewellery setters, researchers
and scientists.Related occupations could be of gem-cutters, hand engravers
and watchmakers and repairers. There are also opportunities for setting
up retail and trading units. Gemmologists can be engaged in making small
gem sculptures, giving shapes to the Gemstones, exporting jewelry etc.
Indian gem cutters and craftsmen are held in high regard the world over.
Further, the increasing numbers of affluent individuals, working women,
double-income households and fashion-conscious men are expected to keep
gems and jewellery sales strong.
Gemmology : Remuneration
Gemmology and Jewellery Design is a profession with great scope. You
would get paid extremely well once your designs and ideas are appreciated.
However, this may have you marketing yourself for a while.
The figures in the beginning may range from Rs. 8,000 to Rs.10,000.
