I love Designing sets

Set designers that work in traditional theaters may be a little more limited in their designs; they are often limited to the size of the stage, for example. Also, these set designers must keep in mind that the show will be performed in front of a live audience, so they must include every possible detail. Sets for plays may need to be very portable as well.

Set designers for movies and films, on the other hand, are not usually limited by much; they are often able to build much larger sets, and any small details that are left out can often be added later with a little creative editing.Whether he is creating sets for plays or movies, however, a designer will usually follow a basic procedure.

A set designer will usually start his design process by reading the script first. While reading a script, a designer will typically pay careful attention to the settings and background descriptions. This will help him get an idea of what types of sets he will need to design.

Collaborating with other members of the crew is also an important aspect of a set designer’s job. A set designer will usually discuss the sets with the director of a movie or play, in order to create settings that help create or enhance the look and feel of a production. Set designers will also usually collaborate with lighting technicians, prop masters, and carpenters, among others.

Research is another extremely important part of a set designer’s job. These professionals will often need to be excellent researchers to create realistic sets. Creating realistic sets for shows that take place in different time periods, for example, will often require extensive research, including looking at old photographs, if available. Designing sets for productions that take place during the present day may be a little easier, but research is still usually necessary. For example, in order to create a realistic set for a movie that takes place in a police station, a set designer will usually visit one or study photographs.

After a set designer has collaborated with other crew members and done his research, he will then usually make a few sketches of how he envisions each set. While doing this, most set designers will usually need to adhere to a budget. This means that the materials and labor necessary for creating each set must not cost over a certain amount. Once a director or producer approve a set designer’s sketches, he can usually begin creating and building the sets.

A simple set can often be created by arranging some props in a room or on a stage. In some instance, however, entire rooms or even houses might need to be built. For example, since it would be quite difficult – if not impossible – for a film crew to do their job inside a real airplane, an airplane set would have to be created. Sets for fantasy worlds, such as other planets, will also usually need to be created.