Decor Designer Career Description
Decor designers design decor for performances, television programmes, films and corporate launches. Decor designers must use their imagination and skills in creating special visual effects, while working according to certain specifications.
What am I going to do in this occupation?
Decor designers are responsible for the interpretation of the story, drama or play and the translation thereof into visual form. The process of set or decor design requires research and frequent adaptation, until both designers and producers are satisfied with the designs. As soon as the designs are approved and finalised, dates are set by which time they must be completed and the set installed in the studio.
Decor designers must transfer their ideas of what .the decor should look like into practical working drawings. Decor designers make use of computers which save time and give more accurate designs.
Decor designers work closely with the various departments such as the props and costume departments, in order to co-ordinate the style, colour combination and general visual approach of the set, costumes and props or furniture which are to be used. Finally the sets are built and painted and props, lights etc. put into place.
Requirements
What kind of personality do I need?
Decor designers must have a vivid imagination and a feel for form and space. Initiative and creativity are also important skills. Decor designers should also be practically inclined in order to translate their ideas into practical
and workable set structures. They must be able to relate and communicate well with people.
To be successful, decor designers should be conscientious and hard-working. They must be able to persevere with a task and handle stress and frustration.
Where can I work?
Decor designers will be in demand as long as theatres, television studios and exhibitions are in existence. Even the smallest production needs the expert advice and ideas of decor designers.
Can I work for myself in this occupation?
Decor designers can work as consultants and start their own businesses.
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