Mar 29, 2024  
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Learn more about Motion Picture Set Construction Micro-credential


This program provides an introduction to the role of the set construction and carpentry crew specific to film production. The carpentry and set construction crew is responsible for designing, planning, constructing, and take down each set.

The scope and scale of film sets vary from quaint scenes to grand and lavish sets involving the reproduction of court buildings, restaurants, spaceships, houses, elaborate staircases, ships, outdoor structures, and more.

Training encompasses an orientation to the film industry and workplace requirements, essentials of worksite safety, communications, key terminology, interdepartmental relations and protocols, roles and expectations, specialty tool requirements and usage, the unique attributes of set construction materials and handling, and the fundamentals of set planning, design, construction, and takedown.

If you enjoy working as part of a team and combining energy and creativity with the ability to work long hours, this program will give you the skills you need. Mechanical aptitude and comfort with carpentry and tools are essential for success. Previous formal training is not required, but is of value.