Construction
Builds sets, and alters the look of an existing location.
This department of carpenters, metal fabricators, buyers, painters and sculptors to plan, manage and build all sets and constructed elements of a film.
Jobs
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Entry Level & In-demand
What kind of jobs are available?
Skills
What those who work in this department usually bring to the work.
Knowledge
- Knowledge of building using all hand and power tools and woodworking machines.
- Knowledge of working drawings, budgeting and familiarity with film production processes and understanding health and safety issues.
Experience
- Previous work experience as a Carpenter or working in Construction.
- Work experience in a professional film or television production.
Sculptor’s Helper (Construction)
Sculptor (Construction)
Scenic Metal Fabricator
Scenic Helper (Construction)
Scenic Carpenter
Model Maker
Metal Fabricator Helper
Maintenance Person
Lead Metal Fabricator
Labour Foreperson
Lead Labourer (Construction)
CNC Programmer/Operator
Lead Carpenter
Construction Foreperson
Construction Buyer
Lead Carpenter/Sculptor
Labourer (Construction)
Head Carpenter
Construction Coordinator
Carpenter/Buyer (Construction)
Assistant Carpenter
Many job roles in the motion picture industry are represented by a union or guild.
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