Set Designer
The set designer collaborates with the director, and is responsible to the producer.
Duties:
• Collaborates with director on establishing a set design
• Collaborates with director, costume and lighting designers on a colour palette
• Creates a maquette (a scale model) to communicate the final “look” of the set
• Creates a set of accurate drawings for the builders
• Creates drawings for props/furnishings coordinator
• Attends production meetings
• Attends first rehearsal and presents design concept
• Attends other rehearsals as available
• Attends load-in and set-up, dress rehearsals, etc.
• Coordinates scenic artists and set painters
• Coordinates props and furnishings with the appropriate coordinator
• Works within a budget
Skills:
• Strong visual sense
• Ability to draw and build maquettes
• Knowledge of architectural styles and history
• Strong inter-personal skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong supervisory skills
• Financially responsible