ISCO Occupation Group 3432.5 Set Designer
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Set Designer: Set designers develop a set concept for a performance and supervise the execution of it. Their work is based on research and artistic vision. Their design is influenced by and influences other designs and must be conform with these designs and the overall artistic vision. Therefore, the designers work closely with artistic directors, operators and the artistic team. During rehearsals and performance they coach the operators to obtain optimal timing and manipulation. Set designers develop sketches, design drawings, models, plans or other documentation to support the workshop and performance crew. They may also design exhibition stands for fairs and other events.
Essential Skills
- Safeguard Artistic Quality Of Performance
- Coach Staff For Running The Performance
- Meet Deadlines
- Model Sets
- Analyse A Script
- Present Detailed Design Proposals
- Define Set Materials
- Develop Design Ideas Cooperatively
- Define Prop Materials
- Communicate During Show
- Monitor Sociological Trends
- Perform Quality Control Of Design During A Run
- Monitor Developments In Technology Used For Design
- Adapt Existing Designs To Changed Circumstances
- Develop Design Concept
- Analyse The Artistic Concept Based On Stage Actions
- Create Set Models
- Adapt To Artists' Creative Demands
- Analyse The Scenography
- Sketch Set Images
- Update Design Results During Rehearsals
- Work Ergonomically
- Understand Artistic Concepts
- Verify Feasibility
- Use Technical Documentation
- Prevent Fire In A Performance Environment
- Draw Prop Sketches
- Use Communication Equipment
- Analyse Score
- Research New Ideas
- Propose Improvements To Artistic Production
- Draw Stage Layouts
Optional Skills
- Mark The Information From The Ground Plans On The Stage Area
- Prevent Technical Problems With Stage Equipment
- Update Budget
- Labour Legislation
- Adapt Props
- Provide Documentation
- Document Your Own Practice
- Use Personal Protection Equipment
- Keep Personal Administration
- Work With Respect For Own Safety
- Define Prop Building Methods
- Work Safely With Machines
- Copyright Legislation
- Translate Artistic Concepts To Technical Designs
- Analyse The Need For Technical Resources
- Build Props
- Adapt Artistic Plan To Location
- Prevent Technical Problems With Scenic Elements
- Define Set Building Methods
- Purchase Props
- Draw Up Artistic Production
- Organise Resources For Artistic Production
- Make Set Construction Drawings
- Follow Safety Procedures When Working At Heights
- Paint Sets
- Lead A Team
- Ensure Visual Quality Of The Set
Alternative Names
- Exibition Designer
- Scenic Designer
- Scenery Artist
- Theater Designer
- Scenic Designer & Artist
- Scenic Artist & Designer
- Scenic Artist And Designer
- Scene Designer
- Scenic Designer And Artist
- Scenographer
- Theatre Designer
- Set Designer, Builder And Dresser
- Scenic Artist
- Set Designer, Builder & Dresser
