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director of home economics

A professional who plans, coordinates, and directs consumer education service or research program for equipment, food, or utility company to promote goodwill and sale of products or services. Responsibilities include:

  • Studies and interprets data concerning consumer habits and preferences obtained from surveys, letters, and other customer contacts to aid company in product development.
  • Plans and organizes program to educate consumers in use of equipment, product, or service.
  • Develops and plans methods of instruction and techniques of demonstrating principles of home economics, such as food preparation and equipment use, to community and school groups.
  • Directs and coordinates testing of recipes and development of new uses for equipment or product.
  • Instructs dealers, sales personnel, and other employees in home management practices and in operation and care of equipment.
  • Contacts organizations, such as school, professional, and women's groups, to promote company product and services.
  • Writes articles and plans preparation of instruction manuals, booklets on product uses, and other consumer publications.
  • Advises on content and accuracy of sales promotional material, such as newspaper, radio, and television advertising copy.
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