How do they match: Set and Exhibit Designers

  • Confer with clients and staff to gather information about exhibit space, proposed themes and content, timelines, budgets, materials, or promotion requirements.
  • Coordinate the removal of sets, props, and exhibits after productions or events are complete.
  • Design and produce displays and materials that can be used to decorate windows, interior displays, or event locations, such as streets and fairgrounds.
  • Estimate set- or exhibit-related costs, including materials, construction, and rental of props or locations.
  • Prepare preliminary renderings of proposed exhibits, including detailed construction, layout, and material specifications, and diagrams relating to aspects such as special effects or lighting.
  • Prepare rough drafts and scale working drawings of sets, including floor plans, scenery, and properties to be constructed.
  • Provide supportive materials for exhibits and displays, such as press kits, advertising, publicity notices, posters, brochures, catalogues, and invitations.

  • Conduct research to inform art, designs, or other work.
  • Design layout of art or product exhibits, displays, or promotional materials.
  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
  • Present work to clients for approval.
  • Select materials or props.