miniature set designer
Miniature set designers design and build miniature props and sets of motion pictures. They build models used for visual effects that meet the look and requirements of the production. Miniature set designers cut material using hand tools to construct three-dimensional props and sets.
Also called: miniature model set designer, model designer and builder, miniature model maker, miniature maker, miniature set builder, miniature set constructor, miniature model set designer and builder, model set designer and builder
- 16
- essential skills
- 22
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
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Where you can go from here
8 rolesOccupations sharing the most essential skills with this one. The number is a count, not an opinion.
- animation layout artist4 skills in common
- costume maker4 skills in common
- director of photography4 skills in common
- performance lighting director4 skills in common
- prop maker4 skills in common
- prop master/prop mistress4 skills in common
- set builder4 skills in common
- video and motion picture editor4 skills in common
Essential skills
16- build miniature sets
- change over props
- cinematography
- consult with production director
- create set models
- design miniature props
- design miniature sets
- finish project within budget
- follow work schedule
- graphic design
- health and safety regulations
- model sets
- preset miniature sets
- preset props
- use personal protection equipment
- work ergonomically
Optional skills
22- adapt props
- adapt sets
- analyse a script
- analyse the need for technical resources
- attend rehearsals
- draw up artistic production
- ensure safety of mobile electrical systems
- ensure visual quality of the set
- film production process
- hand props to actors
- lighting techniques
- manage consumables stock
- manage supplies
- photography
- prevent technical problems with scenic elements
- translate artistic concepts to technical designs
- work safely with chemicals
- work safely with machines
- work safely with pyrotechnical materials in a performance environment
- work with the camera crew
- work with the director of photography
- work with the lighting crew
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