Have you ever watched a fireworks show and wondered: "How do they do that?"
Some people choose to explore this question and make fireworks their entire job!
Let's take a look at the science behind fireworks and what these professionals do at work.
Take a look at the videos below to see what makes fireworks work!
Fireworks designers have to understand the chemical reactions behind fireworks so they can plan which they would like to use in their displays.
A firework designer might think about: the event they are planning for (Fourth of July, New Year's Eve, etc), the time they have been asked to fill, specific songs to match fireworks to, or a story they want to tell with their work.
Check out what it is like to be a fireworks designer:
So, we have seen the work of firework designers, but where do they work?
Walt Disney World has fireworks displays every day of the year! Their designers must be prepared to safely and thoughtfully present shows to thousands of people who are looking forward to something spectacular.
Meet Disney's fireworks designer:
So, how do you become a fireworks designer?
These professionals work with dangerous explosives, which must be used only with proper training. They have to receive a pyrotechnic license and will be required to learn software to properly time their fireworks to music.
This would be a great career for anyone interested in technology, entertainment, arts, or science.