Occupation Atlasset designer
ESCO · http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/874a2080-a9b6-46a9-8662-c9b7d4208f73
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.
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Essential (44)
ESCO's essential and optional tags describe how its taxonomy relates a skill to this occupation. They are not the essential functions of a job under the ADA, which an employer determines for its own role.
- adapt existing designs to changed circumstances
- adapt to artists' creative demands
- analyse a script
- analyse music score
- analyse the artistic concept based on stage actions
- analyse the scenography
- attend rehearsals
- coach staff for running the performance
- communicate during show
- conduct costume research
- contextualise artistic work
- create set models
- define artistic approach
- define prop materials
- define set materials
- design props
- develop design concept
- develop design ideas cooperatively
- develop the look of a production
- draw prop sketches
- draw stage layouts
- gather reference materials for artwork
- keep up with trends
- meet deadlines
- model sets
- monitor developments in technology used for design
- monitor sociological trends
- perform quality control of design during a run
- present artistic design proposals
- prevent fire in a performance environment
- propose improvements to artistic production
- research new ideas
- safeguard artistic quality of performance
- sketch set images
- understand artistic concepts
- update design results during rehearsals
- use communication equipment
- use specialised design software
- use technical documentation
- verify feasibility
- work ergonomically
- work safely with chemicals
- work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision
- work with respect for own safety
Optional (34)
- adapt artistic plan to location
- adapt props
- analyse the need for technical resources
- assemble the rehearsal set
- build props
- calculate design costs
- copyright legislation
- define prop building methods
- define set building methods
- define set painting methods
- develop professional network
- document your own practice
- draw up artistic production
- draw up stage layouts digitally
- ensure visual quality of the set
- follow safety procedures when working at heights
- keep personal administration
- labour legislation
- lead a team
- make set construction drawings
- manage personal professional development
- mark the stage area
- organise resources for artistic production
- paint sets
- prevent technical problems with scenic elements
- prevent technical problems with stage equipment
- prospect new customers
- provide technical documentation
- purchase props
- set up equipment in a timely manner
- translate artistic concepts to technical designs
- update budget
- use personal protection equipment
- work safely with machines
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