What is an architect?
Take a good look at the next tall building, beautiful home or church you see. Notice the angles, the types of materials used (wood, cement, metal), the windows and anything else that makes it look unique to you. An architect studied building design, drawing and engineering to bring that structure to life. From the initial idea to final day of construction, an architect’s creation is his or her own work of art.

How much education do you need?
Most architect careers require a master’s degree or a Ph.D., M.D. or J.D. (law degree).

Does this career fit your personality type?
This career is great for artistic, investigative, enterprising and realistic types.

SKILLS YOU NEED

Creativity Creativity will help you solve unusual space issues, design interesting structures and come up with ideas your clients will love. Brain Power This career requires lots of research and analysis so the buildings and objects you make are strong, structurally sound and beautiful. Writing Good writing skills are essential to communicating your architectural proposals and ideas to your clients and peers. Time Mastery Time is valuable! In this career it’s important to stay on task and get the job done so you meet your clients’ needs on deadline. Leadership You have to be the expert! To win business, you must be able to persuade others and explain why your plan is the best for the job. Teamwork To reach your goals you need to work with clients and peers. No great architect ever built a skyscraper, house or monument alone! Math Get out the measuring table. You must be able to crunch numbers and build your structure as planned to succeed in this field. Science Investigating and understanding different types of architecture will give you new ideas to bring to the drawing board.

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