... film takes * meeting with and commissioning set construction companies. Responsibilities * Typical responsibilities include: * reading scripts * producing plans, drawings and models of sets ...
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... film takes * meeting with and commissioning set construction companies. Responsibilities * Typical responsibilities include: * reading scripts * producing plans, drawings and models of sets ...
Carpenter
Orlando, FL · On-site
$20/hr
Carpenter We are seeking an experienced Carpenter with strong hands-on skills in finish carpentry, custom fabrication, and/or Film/TV set construction. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, skilled ...
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Carpenter
Orlando, FL · On-site
$20/hr
Carpenter We are seeking an experienced Carpenter with strong hands-on skills in finish carpentry, custom fabrication, and/or Film/TV set construction. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, skilled ...
Set Dec Carpenter
San Diego, CA · On-site
$28 - $32/hr
Experience with set construction, set decoration, scenic fabrication, theatrical production, film/television production, events, exhibits, or a related field is strongly preferred. * Strong ...
Set Dec Carpenter
San Diego, CA · On-site
$28 - $32/hr
Experience with set construction, set decoration, scenic fabrication, theatrical production, film/television production, events, exhibits, or a related field is strongly preferred. * Strong ...
Performing Arts Technician
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$6.2K - $7.7K/mo
Instructs students individually in the proper methods of theater or TV and film lighting, rigging, sound amplification and cues, set construction, stage management, and painting of stage scenery ...
Performing Arts Technician
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$6.2K - $7.7K/mo
Instructs students individually in the proper methods of theater or TV and film lighting, rigging, sound amplification and cues, set construction, stage management, and painting of stage scenery ...
Position Summary We are looking to hire an entry level, Project Engineer for our newly award ... set construction documents. * Ensure all correspondence with subcontractors and vendors is properly ...
Position Summary We are looking to hire an entry level, Project Engineer for our newly award ... set construction documents. * Ensure all correspondence with subcontractors and vendors is properly ...
Theater Technician (Temporary)
Wellesley, MA · On-site
BabsonARTS presents a wide range of programming that includes theater, dance, music, film, literary ... Perform and oversee limited set construction, painting, rigging, and other theatrical craft ...
Theater Technician (Temporary)
Wellesley, MA · On-site
BabsonARTS presents a wide range of programming that includes theater, dance, music, film, literary ... Perform and oversee limited set construction, painting, rigging, and other theatrical craft ...
Position Summary We are looking to hire an entry level, Project Engineer for our newly award ... set construction documents. * Ensure all correspondence with subcontractors and vendors is properly ...
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Position Summary We are looking to hire an entry level, Project Engineer for our newly award ... set construction documents. * Ensure all correspondence with subcontractors and vendors is properly ...
Position Summary We are looking to hire an entry level, Project Engineer for our newly award ... set construction documents. * Ensure all correspondence with subcontractors and vendors is properly ...
Position Summary We are looking to hire an entry level, Project Engineer for our newly award ... set construction documents. * Ensure all correspondence with subcontractors and vendors is properly ...
Project Engineer
San Antonio, TX · On-site
Position Summary We are looking to hire an entry level, Project Engineer for our newly award ... set construction documents. * Ensure all correspondence with subcontractors and vendors is properly ...
Project Engineer
San Antonio, TX · On-site
Position Summary We are looking to hire an entry level, Project Engineer for our newly award ... set construction documents. * Ensure all correspondence with subcontractors and vendors is properly ...
Theater Technician (Temporary)
Wellesley, MA · On-site
BabsonARTS presents a wide range of programming that includes theater, dance, music, film, literary ... Perform and oversee limited set construction, painting, rigging, and other theatrical craft ...
Theater Technician (Temporary)
Wellesley, MA · On-site
BabsonARTS presents a wide range of programming that includes theater, dance, music, film, literary ... Perform and oversee limited set construction, painting, rigging, and other theatrical craft ...
Special Event Technician (Continuous)
Northridge, OH · On-site
$21.47 - $31.27/hr
... film, and guest speaker events. * Works to ensure a safe working environment and successful ... Working knowledge of safety requirements and standards related to stage and set construction ...
Special Event Technician (Continuous)
Northridge, OH · On-site
$21.47 - $31.27/hr
... film, and guest speaker events. * Works to ensure a safe working environment and successful ... Working knowledge of safety requirements and standards related to stage and set construction ...
Special Event Technician (Continuous)
Northridge, CA · On-site
$21.47 - $31.27/hr
... film, and guest speaker events. * Works to ensure a safe working environment and successful ... Working knowledge of safety requirements and standards related to stage and set construction ...
Special Event Technician (Continuous)
Northridge, CA · On-site
$21.47 - $31.27/hr
... film, and guest speaker events. * Works to ensure a safe working environment and successful ... Working knowledge of safety requirements and standards related to stage and set construction ...
Special Event Technician (Continuous)
$21.47 - $31.27/hr
... film, and guest speaker events. * Works to ensure a safe working environment and successful ... Working knowledge of safety requirements and standards related to stage and set construction ...
Special Event Technician (Continuous)
$21.47 - $31.27/hr
... film, and guest speaker events. * Works to ensure a safe working environment and successful ... Working knowledge of safety requirements and standards related to stage and set construction ...
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Window Film Installer
Mckinney, TX · On-site
$18 - $32/hr
Load, transport, and set up equipment and materials safely at each job site * Follow all site ... If you have hands-on aptitude -- from construction, automotive, painting, general labor, or any ...
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Window Film Installer
Mckinney, TX · On-site
$18 - $32/hr
Load, transport, and set up equipment and materials safely at each job site * Follow all site ... If you have hands-on aptitude -- from construction, automotive, painting, general labor, or any ...
Cinematography/Production Design Lab Assistant - Student
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$14.75 - $19.25/hr
... film set, or office setting. Preferred Qualifications NA Required Training Work Hours Will be ... constructed on the sound stage. Maintain posted lab hours and log-in/ log-out procedure for use of ...
Cinematography/Production Design Lab Assistant - Student
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$14.75 - $19.25/hr
... film set, or office setting. Preferred Qualifications NA Required Training Work Hours Will be ... constructed on the sound stage. Maintain posted lab hours and log-in/ log-out procedure for use of ...
Theater Technician: Stagehand - Sorenson
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$25.95/hr
... film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience ... Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities ...
Theater Technician: Stagehand - Sorenson
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$25.95/hr
... film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience ... Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities ...
Theater Technician: Stagehand - Sorenson
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$25.95/hr
... film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience ... Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities ...
Theater Technician: Stagehand - Sorenson
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$25.95/hr
... film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience ... Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities ...
Theater Technician: Stagehand
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$25.95/hr
... film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience ... Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities ...
Theater Technician: Stagehand
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$25.95/hr
... film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience ... Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities ...
Theater Technician: Stagehand
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$25.95/hr
... film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience ... Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities ...
Theater Technician: Stagehand
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$25.95/hr
... film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience ... Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities ...
Theater Technician: Stagehand
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$25.95/hr
... film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience ... Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities ...
Theater Technician: Stagehand
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$25.95/hr
... film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience ... Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities ...
Entry Level Film Set Construction information
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$12.26 - $13.11
1% of jobs
$13.11 - $13.96
3% of jobs
$13.96 - $14.82
6% of jobs
$14.82 - $15.67
12% of jobs
$15.88 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.67 - $16.52
11% of jobs
The median wage is $17.32 / hr.
$16.52 - $17.37
18% of jobs
$17.37 - $18.23
14% of jobs
$18.80 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$18.23 - $19.08
15% of jobs
$19.08 - $19.93
10% of jobs
$19.93 - $20.78
7% of jobs
$20.78 - $21.63
3% of jobs
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How much do entry level film set construction jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level film set construction in the United States is $17.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are the most commonly searched types of Film Set Construction jobs?
The most popular types of Film Set Construction jobs are:
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Job description
A set designer is in charge of designing and creating the sets that appear in films and television programmes as well as in the theatre. The role involves working with and communicating with directors, producers, costume designers and other members of staff.
Typical responsibilities include:
The ability to demonstrate a genuine interest in, knowledge of and experience of visual arts, television, film or theatre is essential, and often more important than academic qualifications.
Job shadowing and unpaid/vacation work experience can be helpful. It is essential to make speculative applications – directories such as KFTV and Kays Production Manual contain useful contact information.
Key Skills
Typical responsibilities include:
- reading scripts
- producing plans, drawings and models of sets
- preparing estimates of set costs
- managing budgets
- viewing possible outside broadcast sites
- planning
- attending rehearsals/film takes
- meeting with and commissioning set construction companies.
- Typical responsibilities include:
- reading scripts
- producing plans, drawings and models of sets
- preparing estimates of set costs
- managing budgets
- viewing possible outside broadcast sites
- planning
- attending rehearsals/film takes
- meeting with and commissioning set construction companies.
The ability to demonstrate a genuine interest in, knowledge of and experience of visual arts, television, film or theatre is essential, and often more important than academic qualifications.
Job shadowing and unpaid/vacation work experience can be helpful. It is essential to make speculative applications – directories such as KFTV and Kays Production Manual contain useful contact information.
Key Skills
- Stamina
- Creativity
- Enthusiasm
- Determination
- Perseverance
- Imagination
- Adaptability
- Working well under pressure
- Good spatial awareness
- Technical skills