Career Blog Post: Flower Arranger

I don't really know why I chose this job to be the one I research, except for the fact I find it cool and niche. Being a flower arranger basically entails having a good sense of form and color to create designs out of flowers for displays, events, and facilities. This could be done with either artificial or live flowers, and takes a good eye for composition.

The duties of an arranger include designing an arrangement, meeting with clients to understand their needs, procuring flowers, and caring for them to ensure longevity. It is a career that involves both independent and collaborative skills, and would require you to adhere to project deadlines.

Flower arrangers generally have some formal education in floral design, but that could entail either an associates or a masters degree in floral design or an associated field. Schools that offer floral design programs include Texas Tech and Golden West College. Additionally, many horticultural institutes offer programs in the field. If you're on a budget, community colleges may also offer the course. Overall, this field is really interesting and has a lot more to it than meets the eye.