Industrial Designer
Industrial Designers develop concepts and designs for manufactured products, combining art, business, and engineering. This category accepts a post-secondary diploma with 3 years of experience as an alternative to a bachelor's degree.
GeneralLow Demand$60,000–$100,000/yr
Education & Credentials
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree
Alternative Credentials: Post-secondary diploma + 3 years experience
Qualifying Degrees
- Industrial Design
- Product Design
- Manufacturing Design
- Applied Arts
Diploma Alternative Available
This profession accepts a post-secondary diploma combined with 3 years of relevant experience as an alternative to a bachelor's degree.
Common Job Titles
Industrial DesignerProduct Designer
Common Denial Reasons
- Role is manufacturing or production rather than design
- Portfolio not provided as supporting evidence
- Degree is unrelated to industrial or product design
Employer Letter Tips
- Describe specific product design responsibilities and creative process
- Include portfolio or design samples as supporting evidence
- Distinguish from manufacturing, production, or engineering roles
Last updated: April 2026