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set builder

Set builders construct, build, prepare, adapt and maintain scenic elements used on stage and for filming movies or television programs.

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DESCRIPTION

Set builders construct, build, prepare, adapt and maintain scenic elements used on stage and for filming movies or television programs. They use a wide variety of materials like wood, steel, aluminium and plastics. Their work is based on artistic vision, scale models, sketches and plans. They work in close cooperation with the designers and may build exibition stands for fairs, carnavals and other events.

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
follow safety procedures when working at heights
work with respect for own safety
understand artistic concepts
OPTIONALOptional competences
operate forklift
use moulding techniques
manage personal professional development

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SIMILAR OCCUPATIONS

31 SHARED SKILLS

prop maker

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28 SHARED SKILLS

costume maker

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scenic painter

Scenic painters decorate sets for live performances. They employ a broad variety of crafting and painting techniques such as figurative painting, land…

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Skills overview

45total
21 essential
24 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
0
Skills
6

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Quick insight

This role requires 21 essential competences across practical skill domains.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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