set builder
Set builders construct, build, prepare, adapt and maintain scenic elements used on stage and for filming movies or television programs. They use a wide variety of materials like wood, steel, aluminium and plastics. Their work is based on artistic vision, scale models, sketches and plans. They work in close cooperation with the designers and may build exibition stands for fairs, carnavals and other events.
Also called: prop maker and set builder, set and stage builder, exhibition builder, stage & set builder, set dresser and builder, set constructor, carpenter, set & stage builder
- 21
- essential skills
- 24
- 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.
- prop makerWhat changes?16 skills in common
- scenic painterWhat changes?16 skills in common
- costume makerWhat changes?14 skills in common
- light board operator13 skills in common
- media integration operator13 skills in common
- performance video operator13 skills in common
- sound operator13 skills in common
- stage machinist13 skills in common
Essential skills
21- adapt sets
- adapt to artists' creative demands
- build set constructions
- finish project within budget
- follow safety procedures when working at heights
- follow work schedule
- keep up with trends
- maintain theatre equipment
- maintain theatre sets
- maintain workshop space
- paint sets
- prepare personal work environment
- prevent fire in a performance environment
- translate artistic concepts to technical designs
- understand artistic concepts
- use personal protection equipment
- work ergonomically
- work safely with chemicals
- work safely with machines
- work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision
- work with respect for own safety
Optional skills
24- attend rehearsals
- collaborate on costume and make-up for performances
- define set building methods
- define set painting methods
- develop professional network
- keep personal administration
- lighting techniques
- make set construction drawings
- manage consumables stock
- manage personal professional development
- manage technical resources stock
- operate forklift
- operate telehandler
- organise workshop space
- perform first fire intervention
- photography
- plan workshop activity
- prepare the floor for performance
- support a designer in the developing process
- use moulding techniques
- work with prop makers
- work with the camera crew
- work with the director of photography
- work with the lighting crew
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