Low to No Risk

24

Moderate Risk

0

High Risk

0

Extreme Risk

0

• 0.7Examine objects to be included in exhibits to plan where and how to display them.
• 2.3Prepare rough drafts and scale working drawings of sets, including floor plans, scenery, and properties to be constructed.
• 1.3Confer with clients and staff to gather information about exhibit space, proposed themes and content, timelines, budgets, materials, or promotion requirements.
• 1.5Estimate set- or exhibit-related costs, including materials, construction, and rental of props or locations.
• 0.7Develop set designs, based on evaluation of scripts, budgets, research information, and available locations.
• 0.8Direct and coordinate construction, erection, or decoration activities to ensure that sets or exhibits meet design, budget, and schedule requirements.
• 2Inspect installed exhibits for conformance to specifications and satisfactory operation of special-effects components.
• 0.8Plan for location-specific issues, such as space limitations, traffic flow patterns, and safety concerns.
• 1.5Submit plans for approval, and adapt plans to serve intended purposes, or to conform to budget or fabrication restrictions.
• 2Prepare preliminary renderings of proposed exhibits, including detailed construction, layout, and material specifications, and diagrams relating to aspects such as special effects or lighting.
• 2Select and purchase lumber and hardware necessary for set construction.
• 1.5Collaborate with those in charge of lighting and sound so that those production aspects can be coordinated with set designs or exhibit layouts.
• 1.8Research architectural and stylistic elements appropriate to the time period to be depicted, consulting experts for information, as necessary.
• 1.5Design and produce displays and materials that can be used to decorate windows, interior displays, or event locations, such as streets and fairgrounds.
• 2Select set props, such as furniture, pictures, lamps, and rugs.
• 1.2Confer with conservators to determine how to handle an exhibit's environmental aspects, such as lighting, temperature, and humidity, so that objects will be protected and exhibits will be enhanced.
• 1Assign staff to complete design ideas and prepare sketches, illustrations, and detailed drawings of sets, or graphics and animation.
• 1.6Observe sets during rehearsals in order to ensure that set elements do not interfere with performance aspects such as cast movement and camera angles.
• 1.8Design and build scale models of set designs, or miniature sets used in filming backgrounds or special effects.
• 1.1Read scripts to determine location, set, and design requirements.
• 1.2Attend rehearsals and production meetings to obtain and share information related to sets.
• 1.2Arrange for outside contractors to construct exhibit structures.
• 1.8Incorporate security systems into exhibit layouts.
• 2.2Coordinate the transportation of sets that are built off-site, and coordinate their setup at the site of use.

0.0% of Set and Exhibit Designers tasks can be automated with AI or robotics