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Animator/Digital Artist | Kaiwhakahauora/Ringa Toi Mamati

Job

Animators and digital artists use software, models, photography and drawings to create still and moving images for advertisements, film, print, web or television. 

Environmental Scientist | Kaipūtaiao Ao Tūroa

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Environmental scientists study human effects on the environment such as climate change, pollution and loss of biodiversity. They also advise on how to avoid or reduce these harmful effects.

Information Technology Architect | Kaihoahoa Hangarau Pārongo

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Information technology (IT) architects analyse an organisation's IT needs, recommend solutions and oversee their delivery and implementation.

What are skills?

Skills are abilities that are developed through life and work experiences.

Terms and conditions - terms of use and copyright

Details of our terms of use, including our legal disclaimer and copyright policies.

Science – classroom activities

Ideas on how to relate science teaching to future careers and life beyond school.

Aeroplane Pilot | Kaiwhakahaere Waka Rererangi

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Aeroplane pilots fly planes that transport people and goods, or spread fertiliser or bait.

Ship's Officer | Āpiha Kaipuke

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Ship's officers navigate and control the safe operation of a ship and supervise and co-ordinate the activities of deck crew.

Painter and Decorator | Kaipeita/Kaiwhakapaipai Whare

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Painters and decorators apply decorative and protective finishes to interior and exterior walls, doors, windows and other surfaces of buildings.