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Set and Exhibit Designers

Design special exhibits and sets for film, video, television, and theater productions. May study scripts, confer with directors, and conduct research to determine appropriate architectural styles.

Tasks
27 tasks19 core, 8 supplemental
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Arts, Design, Media & SportsOne of its 45 occupations
Code
27-1027.00SOC 2018: 27-1027

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19 core tasks and 8 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. Develop set designs, based on evaluation of scripts, budgets, research information, and available locations.Core taskTask 9289Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  2. Task 2. Prepare rough drafts and scale working drawings of sets, including floor plans, scenery, and properties to be constructed.Core taskTask 9286Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  3. Task 3. Prepare preliminary renderings of proposed exhibits, including detailed construction, layout, and material specifications, and diagrams relating to aspects such as special effects or lighting.Core taskTask 9294Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  4. Task 4. Read scripts to determine location, set, and design requirements.Core taskTask 9305Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  5. Task 5. Submit plans for approval, and adapt plans to serve intended purposes, or to conform to budget or fabrication restrictions.Core taskTask 9293Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  6. Task 6. Attend rehearsals and production meetings to obtain and share information related to sets.Core taskTask 9306Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  7. Task 7. Confer with clients and staff to gather information about exhibit space, proposed themes and content, timelines, budgets, materials, or promotion requirements.Core taskTask 9287Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  8. Task 8. Research architectural and stylistic elements appropriate to the time period to be depicted, consulting experts for information, as necessary.Core taskTask 9297Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  9. Task 9. Observe sets during rehearsals in order to ensure that set elements do not interfere with performance aspects such as cast movement and camera angles.Core taskTask 9303Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  10. Task 10. Collaborate with those in charge of lighting and sound so that those production aspects can be coordinated with set designs or exhibit layouts.Core taskTask 9296Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  11. Task 11. Select set props, such as furniture, pictures, lamps, and rugs.Core taskTask 9300Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  12. Task 12. Design and build scale models of set designs, or miniature sets used in filming backgrounds or special effects.Core taskTask 9304Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  13. Task 13. Examine objects to be included in exhibits to plan where and how to display them.Core taskTask 9284Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  14. Task 14. Assign staff to complete design ideas and prepare sketches, illustrations, and detailed drawings of sets, or graphics and animation.Core taskTask 9302Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  15. Task 15. Inspect installed exhibits for conformance to specifications and satisfactory operation of special-effects components.Core taskTask 9291Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  16. Task 16. Estimate set- or exhibit-related costs, including materials, construction, and rental of props or locations.Core taskTask 9288Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  17. Task 17. Plan for location-specific issues, such as space limitations, traffic flow patterns, and safety concerns.Core taskTask 9292Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  18. Task 18. Acquire, or arrange for acquisition of, specimens or graphics required to complete exhibits.Core taskTask 9285Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  19. Task 19. Design and produce displays and materials that can be used to decorate windows, interior displays, or event locations, such as streets and fairgrounds.Core taskTask 9298Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  20. Task 20. Direct and coordinate construction, erection, or decoration activities to ensure that sets or exhibits meet design, budget, and schedule requirements.Supplemental taskTask 9290Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  21. Task 21. Coordinate the transportation of sets that are built off-site, and coordinate their setup at the site of use.Supplemental taskTask 9310Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  22. Task 22. Confer with conservators to determine how to handle an exhibit's environmental aspects, such as lighting, temperature, and humidity, so that objects will be protected and exhibits will be enhanced.Supplemental taskTask 9301Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  23. Task 23. Select and purchase lumber and hardware necessary for set construction.Supplemental taskTask 9295Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  24. Task 24. Arrange for outside contractors to construct exhibit structures.Supplemental taskTask 9307Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  25. Task 25. Incorporate security systems into exhibit layouts.Supplemental taskTask 9309Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  26. Task 26. Coordinate the removal of sets, props, and exhibits after productions or events are complete.Supplemental taskTask 9299Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  27. Task 27. Provide supportive materials for exhibits and displays, such as press kits, advertising, publicity notices, posters, brochures, catalogues, and invitations.Supplemental taskTask 9308Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021

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