Interior Decorator

Highly relevant tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Planning the interior design of commercial or residential premises.
• Arranging for interior decorating work to be done in commercial or residential premises.
• Inspecting existing premises/location.
• Consulting with clients to determine decorating requirements.
• Preparing preliminary decoration schemes (concepts/colour) for approval.
• Preparing a final decoration package including drawings, quotes and costs for work and materials.
• Co-ordinating and networking with suppliers of furniture, fabrics, lighting and accessories.
• Supervising decorating work or performing work personally.
• Preparing accounts and arranging payment for subcontractors.
• Designing furniture or fittings.

Applicants who apply under the occupation of Interior Decorator are expected to identify and propose decorative styles for a given space in line with the expectations of their clients, and to undertake design and budgetary aspects associated with the project. They often coordinate tradespeople to undertake the works.

Please note the distinction between the ANZSCO occupations of Interior Designer and Interior Decorator. Roles focused on furnishing and decorative inclusions within an interior space to achieve a certain aesthetic are considered appropriate for the Interior Decorator occupation. Alternatively, positions that demonstrate the ability to execute the design and functionality of interior spatial environments and all elements involved may be better suited to the occupation of Interior Designer, and so not deemed relevant to the occupation of Interior Decorator.

Acceptable employment settings may include independent consultants. Interior Decorators may also establish their own private practice or be self-employed. Please refer to ‘Supporting Material for Assessment’ for documentation requirements relating to self-employed applicants.

When applying for a Skills Assessment, please ensure you submit sufficient evidence supporting your proof of identity, qualification and employment claims. Applicants nominating this occupation are required to provide evidence in line with VETASSESS documentation requirements (see List of Required Documents).

If you are nominating this occupation, and you are self-employed, you are required to provide the following:

• Evidence of self-employment such as sole trading or business registration details and/or official statements issued by your (registered) accountant and/or legal team. The statement from your accountant or solicitor must include the accountant’s or solicitor’s letterhead, your full name, how long you have been continuously self employed, including official dates in each role, the nature of the business conducted, the signature and contact details of the accountant or solicitor.
• A statutory declaration listing your main duties during self-employment.
• Payment evidence showing regular income from self-employment, such as client invoices together with corresponding bank statements and/or official taxation records.
• Supplementary evidence, such as contracts with clients or suppliers, client testimonials, evidence of projects completed, etc.

To further support your employment claims, you may also wish to provide supplementary documentation including:

• Website links related to the company.
• Company Registration.
• A completed project list.
• A portfolio (no more than 5MB).
• Any other documents relevant to your role.