set designer

Description

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.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

labour legislation copyright legislation

Practical Skills

update design results during rehearsals develop design ideas cooperatively attend rehearsals monitor developments in technology used for design present artistic design proposals understand artistic concepts analyse music score keep up with trends work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision safeguard artistic quality of performance conduct costume research draw stage layouts develop the look of a production perform quality control of design during a run work ergonomically propose improvements to artistic production gather reference materials for artwork use communication equipment use specialised design software use technical documentation coach staff for running the performance communicate during show draw prop sketches sketch set images meet deadlines develop design concept prevent fire in a performance environment create set models contextualise artistic work design props analyse a script work with respect for own safety verify feasibility model sets adapt to artists' creative demands define prop materials monitor sociological trends analyse the scenography work safely with chemicals define set materials define artistic approach analyse the artistic concept based on stage actions research new ideas adapt existing designs to changed circumstances analyse the need for technical resources set up equipment in a timely manner adapt props manage personal professional development organise resources for artistic production assemble the rehearsal set draw up stage layouts digitally prospect new customers paint sets adapt artistic plan to location calculate design costs define set painting methods mark the stage area prevent technical problems with stage equipment lead a team work safely with machines follow safety procedures when working at heights keep personal administration define set building methods provide technical documentation make set construction drawings draw up artistic production translate artistic concepts to technical designs ensure visual quality of the set update budget purchase props develop professional network use personal protection equipment prevent technical problems with scenic elements define prop building methods document your own practice build props