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Cartographer

Cartographers design, prepare and revise maps, charts, plans, three-dimensional models and spatial information databases, often using computer-based techniques, and applying principles from science, mathematics and graphic design. Cartographers apply these elements to represent, analyse and manage essential spatial information that service the mining, mineral exploration, mapping, marketing, web publishing, regional planning and environmental management industries. Spatial information refers to information about the geographical relationship between places, people and other items within a particular area. Cartographers may have to travel to collect information and are often required to liaise with clients, government officials and industry.

What you would do:

  • produce paper maps and web-delivered electronic maps using desktop publishing, computer graphics and multimedia software

  • take part in the design and management of geographical information systems (GIS)

  • design and produce interactive mapping products for use on computer systems and the web

  • supervise and coordinate the work of cartographic technicians and other team members

  • produce digital topographic and thematic data for use in geographical databases

  • analyse and interpret information from a range of sources (including surveyors' notes, aerial photographs, remote sensing satellite imagery and existing maps and records) and prepare reports

  • advise other professionals on the data requirements for map production and on the artistic, technical and economic aspects of map making

You need to be:

  • interested in design and computer graphics

  • interested in geography

  • able to work neatly and accurately, paying attention to detail

  • good at mathematics and science

  • able to work as part of a team

You will require:

  • Bachelor of Science (Cartography) or
  • Diploma / Advanced Diploma of Spatial Information Services

Improve your chances by:

  • taking technical drawing, design, geography or IT Studies subjects
  • completing year 12
  • gaining experience with geographic information systems

What you will earn:

Cartographers can expect to receive a salary starting at around $45,000 and year and going up to around $60,000

Long term possibilities:

  • Spatial Information Technician
  • GIS Coordinator

 

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