List of Careers & Job Ideas

This is the career information and profile of Visual Merchandiser. Visual Merchandiser is also known as Display Supervisor.

A Visual Merchandiser uses artistic visual presentation to create a store image and depict a certain kind of lifestyle that attracts customers to a departmental store/ boutique.

The Visual Merchandiser’s job would include sprucing up window areas and in-store displays, as well as the planning and executing of promotional strategies.

A Visual Merchandiser usually possesses a strong passion for design and trends, and is able to translate his ideas into an attractive and artistic presentation.

Entry career requirements would be a Diploma/ Certificate in Visual/ Fashion/ Apparel Design and Merchandising or Marketing. One must also be prepared to work nights, weekends and public holidays.

This is the career information and profile of Medical Social Worker.

The Medical Social Worker assists patients and their families cope with social, emotional and economic hardships arising from their illnesses or disabilities. The job includes counseling patients and their families, liaising with health-care professionals and agencies to provide the best support (e.g. psychological, community, financial support), participating in consultations on medical conditions, and conducting training workshops.

A Medical Social Worker must be mature and dedicated to his job. He must have a passion for helping those in need, and be able to communicate well with his patients to understand how he can best help them.

Entry career requirements for Medical Social Worker would be a recognized degree in Social Work and education in Family and Marital Therapy/ Counseling.

This is the career information and profile of Nurse.

A nurse looks after the sick and disabled and promotes a healthy lifestyle. The job of a nurse includes assisting patients, as well as monitoring and recording their condition. He or she will have to work shifts, on weekends and on public holidays.

An enrolled nurse must be compassionate and committed in helping the sick and disabled. He must also be physically and emotionally strong, alert to emergencies and sensitive to his patients’ needs.

Career Requirements into this line would be a National Certificate/ a Diploma in Nursing. With experience, one may progress to Senior Enrolled Nurse and, with a Diploma in Nursing, to Staff Nurse.

This is the job information and profile of Dentist.

A Dentist diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the teeth, mouth, jaws and gums. He provides professional advice to his patients and performs routine check-ups and treatments for them.

A Dentist must be meticulous and good at precision work. Besides that, he must possess good health, good eyesight, and lots of patience in the face of anxious patients.

Requirements into this line would be a Bachelor of Dental Surgery or any equivalent qualifications recognized under the local Dentists Register. One may choose to specialize as a/ an: Endonthist, Orthodontist, Oral/ Maxillofacial Surgeon, Paediatric Dentist, Periodontist, Prosthodontist.

This is the career profile of Dental Surgery Assistant.

A Dental Surgery Assistant assists Dental Specialists in surgery and in providing dental-related support.

His is in charge of preparing dental facilities for dental procedures, ensuring that all dental instruments and equipment are clean and sterile, educate patients on dental and post-operative care, and assist in any dental surgery/ procedure.

A Dental Surgery Assistant must have a caring attitude towards his patients’ welfare. He must also be proficient in computer skills as some administrative duties is required.

Entry requirements to private health-care institutions would be a certificate in Dental Surgery Assisting, while public health-care institutions require at least an O or N level for entry.

Do you like to buy and buy? Do you have the eye for value for money?

This is the career information and profile for Merchandiser. Merchandiser also known as Buyer

Store profits depend on his ability to source for merchandise that caters to the company image. His job is to ensure quality control as well as sufficient stock to satisfy customer demands. He must keep up with trends to cater to customers’ tastes and yet work within a budget.

A Merchandiser must have good business foresight and interpersonal skills to be able to source for merchandise of the best quality at the right price. He must constantly keep abreast of changing lifestyles and tastes so as to cater to his customers’ needs.

Entry career requirements would usually be a degree, a diploma or A levels. With experience, there are career opportunities to move on to become Merchandizing Managers or Directors.

This is the career profile for Marketing Manager. This job is responsible for the developing of campaigns that are important for the promotion of the company’s products and services.

A Marketing Manager is in charge of Brand Managers. His job scope is similar to that of a Brand Manager and includes setting long-term growth strategies for brands.

Marketing Manager must be up to date with the market and be able to attract consumer attention through marketing strategies. As a team leader, the Marketing Manager must also possess good leadership and interpersonal skills.

Entry requirements to this line would be a Degree in Business or a related discipline. Experiences in advertising, marketing and public relations are very significant for this line of work.

With experience, one may move into Brand Management, Sales, Retailing or General Management.

Fashion Buying is not as easy as it sounds. Buying can be challenging at times.

This is the career information and profile for Fashion Buyer.

Store profits depend on the Fashion Buyer to pick the right apparel, footwear and accessories at the right prices that fit the image and budget of the department store/ boutique he/she works for.

A Fashion Buyer is required to travel extensively, attend fashion shows and keep abreast of the current fashion trends. The job includes developing themes for each fashion season and publicizing the products to appeal to customers’ taste and budget. Finally, he or she must ensure that all sales and profit goals are met.

As a Buyer, one must have a keen sense of style, design and trends, be confident, decisive and organized, and be good at sales and budgeting.

The Fashion Buyer usually possesses a Degree/Diploma/ Certificate related to Fashion/ Apparel Merchandizing or Marketing. With experience, there are good career opportunities to move on to become Senior Buyers or be self-employed.

Major fashion related stores such as DKNY employ Fashion Buyers.

This is the career profile for Advertising and Promotions Executive.

He invents advertising strategies to boost sales and increase awareness of a product or service. His job includes conceptualizing, developing and executing promotional activities, as well as coordinating with advertising and media agencies to make the event a success.

An Advertising and Promotions Executive must be creative and meticulous and have a good sense of lifestyle trends. He must also possess good analytical and interpersonal skills.

One would preferably require a Degree in Business or Communication to enter this line. With experience, he may move into Brand Management, Sales and Marketing, Retailing and General Management.

Tourist Guides get to meet many foreigners. This post is regarding the career profile for the Tourist Guide.

The Tourist Guide brings tourists to places of interest with the intention promoting the country’s culture and attractions. He is also responsible for providing interesting facts about these places, as well providing entertainment, transport and comfort to ensure that the tourists have an enjoyable and unforgettable trip.

A Tourist Guide must be fluent in more than one language including English. He must be quick witted in the face of changing situations, and be able to deliver interesting facts of a place’s history, culture and contemporary issues in an engaging manner. He must also possess good interpersonal skills and enjoy interacting with tourists.

To enter this line, one must be at least 21 year old and pass the theory and practical Tourist Guide Examinations administered by the Singapore Tourism Board to get his guiding license.

He has the luxury of managing his time as he usually works freelance with licensed travel agencies.