Occupation Description

Cuts out and assembles mouldings to make picture frames, and frames paintings, photographs, needlework and other artwork.

Skill Level: -
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.

Tasks Include: -

• consults customers to determine style, size, materials and cost for frames
• cuts frame pieces to size and prepares corner joints
• determines location, size and angle of holes to be drilled
• clamps pieces in vices and glues mitred ends
• fits and fastens frame pieces
• mounts backing materials and subjects for framing
• butt mitres pieces of moulding
• may cut glass to size
• may fit prints, photographs or paintings to ready-made frames