Designing Caskets: A Craft All Its Own.
Without a doubt, there are many odd jobs in the world: Grave diggers, miniature designers, and doll house makers to name a few.
Adding to that list would have to be casket designers.
As macabre as it sounds, designing the final resting ‘home’ of the deceased requires more skills than one would think; as my first-hand experience proves.
My position as chief designer for Dallas Caskets requires a working knowledge of many skilled trades: Carpentry, upholstery, wood finishing, aesthetics, and style would top the list.
The jobs are somewhat difficult to find in this business, but they are far from boring.
In fact, I feel my job is the best job I’ve ever had.