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name: set-builder
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description: "Occupational skill for the role 'set builder' (also: chief carpenter, set dresser & builder, set builder & designer, set constructor, set builder & dresser, set & stage builder). Use when the user asks for typical set builder work such as: Examine objects to be included in exhibits 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."
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# Set Builder
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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.
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## Core workflow
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1. Examine objects to be included in exhibits to plan where and how to display them.
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2. Acquire, or arrange for acquisition of, specimens or graphics required to complete exhibits.
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3. Prepare rough drafts and scale working drawings of sets, including floor plans, scenery, and properties to be constructed.
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4. Confer with clients and staff to gather information about exhibit space, proposed themes and content, timelines, budgets, materials, or promotion requirements.
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5. Estimate set- or exhibit-related costs, including materials, construction, and rental of props or locations.
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6. Develop set designs, based on evaluation of scripts, budgets, research information, and available locations.
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7. Inspect installed exhibits for conformance to specifications and satisfactory operation of special-effects components.
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8. Plan for location-specific issues, such as space limitations, traffic flow patterns, and safety concerns.
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## How to use this skill
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- Read [references/profile.md](references/profile.md) for the occupation profile and scope.
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- Consult [references/tasks.md](references/tasks.md) for the full task and activity inventory.
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- Check [references/skills.md](references/skills.md) for essential vs. optional competences.
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- Check [references/tools.md](references/tools.md) for the software commonly used in this role.
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- See [references/ai-skills.md](references/ai-skills.md) — matched external AI agent skills (per-source attribution).
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## Key competences (essential)
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- adapt sets
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- adapt to artists' creative demands
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- build set constructions
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- finish project within budget
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- follow safety procedures when working at heights
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- follow work schedule
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- keep up with trends
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- maintain theatre equipment
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- maintain theatre sets
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- maintain workshop space
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- paint sets
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- prepare personal work environment
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- prevent fire in a performance environment
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- translate artistic concepts to technical designs
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- understand artistic concepts
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## Hot technologies
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- Autodesk AutoCAD
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- Autodesk Revit
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- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
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- Trimble SketchUp Pro
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- Microsoft Access
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- Oracle Database
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- Structured query language SQL
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- Adobe InDesign
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- Adobe Acrobat
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- Microsoft Outlook
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*Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/34e1c889-0fd1-4d1f-aba9-3b6263ae667a), O*NET 30.3 (27-1027.00). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*
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