Set and Exhibit Designers
Design special exhibits and movie, television, and theater sets. May study scripts, confer with directors, and conduct research to determine appropriate architectural styles.
$66,280
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
+2% projected 2024–2034
Bachelor's degree
Typical Entry-Level Education
What They Do
Set and exhibit designers develop visual and tactile spaces for entertainment productions or for a variety of displays.
Programs That Prepare You
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