Set Designer

JOB SUMMARY

The Set/Props Designer is responsible to create, buy or find all of the set/props property for a production. He/ She makes sure that every set/props perfectly reflect the production’s style.

MAIN ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to):

• Communicate with the production manager and director to understand their requirements, and receive a formal brief for the project.

• Understands scripts and production specifications.

• Collaborates with the director to design the layout and look of the set using pencil sketches and software.

• Research for historical, architectural, and cultural details and incorporating these into the set.

• Tech-recce of the selected location with the director and location manager for blocking.

• Selecting lighting, furniture, wall and floor coverings, and all other props used on set.

• Prepare model/mood board presentations for the director’s approval and implement changes as required.

• Provides cost estimates and negotiates with vendors to secure the best deals to fall on the budget.

• Shares the final presentation with production manager to get final approval from client;

• Inspects stage entrances and exits to ensure the set is positioned correctly, and also performs quality assurance on all aspects of the set.

• Briefs crew and actors on set safety and also explains how the set operates.

• Manages transport and storage of props for durable usage.

• Print the shoot list and call sheet for the shoot and follow up with the schedule throughout the shooting.

• Puts all the set designs and props in a well-organized manner for next usage.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Experience in art, design, crafting, and/or carpentry is definitely a plus.
• Experience working in film, TV or similar production.
• Art based qualification is an advantage.
• Knowledge of architecture, interior design, various materials and tools.
• Attention to detail and cost awareness.
• Creative mindset.
• Good verbal communication and listening skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skill to work with different types of people.