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Major Group

Technicians and Associate Professionals

Sub-Major Group

Social, Cultural and Related Associate Professionals

Minor Group

363

Artistic and Cultural Associate Professionals

Unit Group

3632

Interior Designers and Decorators

Minor Unit Group

MASCO Code

3632-07

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Set Designer

TVET

TVET scope is based on recognized occupational standards, with emphasis on practical components, psychomotor skills and exposure to training in the industry

Set Designer conceptualises, designs, and executes a physical set, backdrop, or exhibition environment for theatre, film, television, commercials, and events. They translate artistic vision into a practical, visually impactful space, collaborating with a director, production staff, and other design professionals to ensure the set supports storytelling, branding, or thematic objectives. Their role includes developing sketches, models, and plans, supervising construction, and coordinating set operation to achieve both aesthetic and functional outcomes.

Tasks

Understand scripts and production requirements, and consult with clients and creative teams to align set design with the overall production vision.

Create sketches, 3D models, or digital representations to communicate design ideas.

Source, manage, and coordinate materials, props, and furnishings for set construction.

Collaborate with carpenters, fabricators, lighting, costume, and artistic teams to ensure cohesive design implementation.

Oversee construction, assembly, and installation of sets, ensuring safety and functionality.

Adapt designs to different venues, client feedback, or creative direction.

Manage budgets and timelines to ensure project completion within cost and schedule constraints.

Attend rehearsals and conduct on-site assessments to make necessary adjustments.

Ensure sets meet technical specifications and production standards.

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Fashion, Interior and Industrial Design

Skills

Basic

Basic computer literacy and proficiency in office tools for documentation and scheduling.

Creativity and visual imagination to conceptualise unique and compelling set designs.

Critical thinking and practical problem-solving to address design and assembly challenges.

Effective time management and organisational skills to meet tight production deadlines and manage schedules.

Strong communication and teamwork skills for collaboration with creative teams, suppliers, and technical staff.

Specific

Competency in budgeting and resource management for cost-effective set production.

Competency in leading and coordinating workshop or production teams for timely execution.

Knowledge in lighting concepts to enhance set appearance and functional performance.

Knowledge in selection of materials and fabrication techniques for constructing durable and functional set elements.

Knowledge in spatial composition principles to optimise set layout and visual flow for aesthetics and functionality.

Knowledge in visual storytelling principles to support narrative-driven set design.

Proficiency in developing set layouts using technical drawing and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools, and creating scale models or 3D visualisations for design development.

Proficiency in using Adobe Creative Suite and graphic design tools for visual communication, presentations, and design illustration.

Additional Info

QUALIFICATION

Diploma or equivalent

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