Roles and missions of the Florist
Florists have several roles and missions in their profession. They create floral arrangements for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays and funerals. Florists must also research floral arrangements for different events and occasions. They must be able to provide information on the varieties, colors and styles of flowers and plants that will work best for each event. Florists also need to know about the different types of materials needed to create centerpieces, corsages and plant arrangements. Florists must also be able to advise customers on the best arrangements for their events. Finally, florists must be able to properly store and maintain flowers and plants to ensure their longevity and freshness. Here's a list of the roles and missions of florists:
Create floral arrangements for special occasions.
Research information on floral arrangements and different varieties of flowers and plants.
Know the different types of materials needed to create centerpieces, corsages and arrangements.
Advise customers on the best arrangements for each event.
Store and maintain flowers and plants correctly.
Salary and career development
Florist salaries vary widely, depending mainly on location, experience and skills. Salaries are generally higher in larger cities. Florists are regularly confronted with atypical working hours and intense demands during peak periods, which can be difficult to manage. Evolution of gross annual salary in France by years of experience for a Florist :
0 to 2 years: between EUR 12,000 and 20,000
2 to 5 years: between 15,000 and 25,000 EUR
5 to 10 years: between 18,000 and 30,000 EUR
10 to 15 years: between 22,000 and 35,000 EUR
More than 15 years: between 25,000 and 40,000 EUR
Possible career paths for a Florist :
Florist
Botanist
Landscaper
Plant producer
Floral designer