Set and Exhibit Designers

Tasks Include:

• Examine objects to be included in exhibits in order to plan where and how to display them.
• Acquire, or arrange for acquisition of, specimens or graphics required to complete exhibits.
• Prepare rough drafts and scale working drawings of sets, including floor plans, scenery, and properties to be constructed.
• Confer with clients and staff in order to gather information about exhibit space, proposed themes and content, timelines, budgets, materials, and/or promotion requirements.
• Estimate set- or exhibit-related costs including materials, construction, and rental of props or locations.
• Develop set designs based on evaluation of scripts, budgets, research information, and available locations.
• Direct and coordinate construction, erection, or decoration activities in order to ensure that sets or exhibits meet design, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Inspect installed exhibits for conformance to specifications, and satisfactory operation of special effects components.

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