AccountancyISCO 3323

Set buyer

Set buyers analyse the script in order to identify the set dressing and the props needed for all individual scenes. They also consult with the production designer and the prop and set making team. Set buyers buy, rent or commission the making of the props. Set buyers make sure sets are authentic and believable.

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Rate 5 of the 10 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.

identify suppliers

manage budgets

purchase props

maintain relationship with suppliers

analyse a script

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (10)

film production processfilm production processThe various development stages of making a film, such as scriptwriting, financing, shooting, editing, and distribution.room aestheticsroom aestheticsAssessment of how different pieces of a visual design can ultimately fit together to create the intended interior and visual environment.cinematographycinematographyThe science of recording light and electromagnetic radiation in order to create a motion picture. The recording can happen electronically with an image sensor or chemically on light sensitive material...identify suppliersidentify suppliersDetermine potential suppliers for further negotiation. Take into consideration aspects such as product quality, sustainability, local sourcing, seasonality and coverage of the area. Evaluate the likel...manage budgetsmanage budgetsPlan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.purchase propspurchase propsBuy the required props for a performance.maintain relationship with suppliersmaintain relationship with suppliersBuild a lasting and meaningful relationship with suppliers and service providers in order to establish a positive, profitable and enduring collaboration, co-operation and contract negotiation.analyse a scriptanalyse a scriptBreak down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.communicate price changescommunicate price changesTransparent, straightforward and effective communication with all departments involved; clearly communicate about price changes and their possible consequences.identify propsidentify propsDetermine the props needed for each scene by reading and analysing the script. Make a detailed list of them.

Optional (17) — show

photographyphotographyArt and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.film studiesfilm studiesThe theoretical, historical, and critical approaches to films. This includes the narrative, artistic, cultural, economic, and political implications of cinema.lighting techniqueslighting techniquesThe characteristics of techniques used to create atmospheres and effects on camera or on stage; the equipment required and appropriate setup to use.provide customized upholsteryprovide customized upholsteryInstall custom upholstery, according to the customer's individual requests and preferences.adapt setsadapt setsAdapt and move set pieces during rehearsals and live performances.change over propschange over propsSet, remove, or move props on a stage during a changeover.adapt propsadapt propsAdapt existing props for use in a specific production.acquire antique itemsacquire antique itemsPurchase antique items such as pottery, furniture and memorabilia, in order to resell them.define set building methodsdefine set building methodsDecide on how the set will be built and document the conclusions.work with prop makerswork with prop makersConsult with prop makers about the props being used.coordinate purchasing activitiescoordinate purchasing activitiesCoordinate and manage procurement and renting processes including purchasing, renting, planning, tracking and reporting in a cost efficient way on an organisational level.manage logisticsmanage logisticsCreate logistic framework for transporting goods to customers and for receiving returns, execute and follow up the logistics processes and guidelines. Adapt the production processes to the contingenci...manage rented goods returnsmanage rented goods returnsOrganise the return of rented goods to the distributor.maintain inventory of rented itemsmaintain inventory of rented itemsCompose and keep up-to-date inventory of the items rented to customers.build propsbuild propsBuild props from a variety of materials, working with the design staff to create the appropriate prop for the production.ensure visual quality of the setensure visual quality of the setInspect and amend the scenery and set-dressing to make sure the visual quality is optimal with in constraints of time, budget and manpower.check deliveries on receiptcheck deliveries on receiptControl that all order details are recorded, that faulty items are reported and returned and that all paperwork is received and processed, according to the purchasing procedures.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a set buyer do?

What skills does a set buyer need?

A set buyer needs 10 essential skills, including film production process, room aesthetics, cinematography, identify suppliers, manage budgets.

Will AI replace set buyer jobs?

The AI disruption score for set buyer is 29/100 (low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: maintain inventory of rented items, manage budgets, manage rented goods returns. Most resilient: change over props, adapt sets, build props.

AI Replacement Risk

29/ 100

Low Risk

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Skills most at risk from AI

maintain inventory of rented items manage budgets manage rented goods returns

Skills resilient to automation

change over props adapt sets build props

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Quick Facts

SectorAccountancy

ISCO GroupBusiness and administration associate professionals

Essential Skills10

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