Creates the look of the film with furniture, hanging and props that have been sourced or made.
What does working in this department look like?
The Set Decorating department is responsible for the background look of the action, dressing sets and locations for shooting, using furniture, drapery, artwork and decorative items.
What jobs are available?
- Set Decorator
- Set Decorator Assistant
- Set Decorator Set Buyer
- Set Dec Buyer
- Lead Dresser
- Lead Dresser (Set Decorating)
- On-set Dresser
- Set Dresser
- Draperer/Upholsterer
- Set Dresser Draper / Fabricator
- Set Decorating Coordinator
- Set Decorating Foreperson
- Assistant Set Dresser
Skills needed
- Interior design knowledge.
- Film production and art history, budgeting.
- Working knowledge of time periods, trade (carpentry) or craft (sewing) knowledge.
- Understanding of the production process
Experience
- Working experience in film or television in a related department
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