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Thirty Rocks Franchisee

... film takes * meeting with and commissioning set construction companies. Responsibilities * Typical responsibilities include: * reading scripts * producing plans, drawings and models of sets ...

Legendary Studio Shows (LSS) Universal, LLC.

$68 - $114/hr

Freelance Project Hire: Production Specific The First (1st) Assistant Director (AD) role ensures ... As such, the 1st AD must have enough knowledge about each department on a film set in order to ...

Elwood Staffing

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 ...

DCE Agency

Part Time Carpenter

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

We are seeking skilled, detail-oriented Freelance / Independent Contractor / Part-Time Carpenters ... Proven experience in finish carpentry, cabinetry, or exhibition/set construction . Direct ...

LVT

Junior Film Producer

American Fork, UT · On-site

Build and maintain a bench of reliable freelance crew. OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE * Production Experience ... Ready to jump in on set whenever a hand is needed. * Negotiation: Solid negotiator on rates ...

Saturation

Production Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90 - $150/hr

Add the art director, set decorator, prop master, and construction coordinator to the same budget section. Saturation's film budgeting software lets you build out every art department position with ...

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How much do freelance film set construction jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance film set construction in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Film Set Construction vs Freelance Scenic Artist?

AspectFreelance Film Set ConstructionFreelance Scenic Artist
CredentialsExperience in carpentry, set building, safety certificationsArtistic skills, painting certifications, knowledge of materials
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, studios, on-locationPaint booths, studios, on-location
Industry UsageBuilding and assembling setsDecorating and finishing sets with paint and textures
Common Search/ComparisonSet construction skills, carpentry, building setsSet painting, scenic art, set decoration

Freelance Film Set Construction focuses on building and assembling sets, requiring carpentry and safety skills. Freelance Scenic Artist specializes in painting and decorating sets to achieve visual effects. While both roles work closely on set design, their skills and tasks differ significantly, making each essential for different aspects of set creation.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Film Set Construction job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Junior Set Designer

Thirty Rocks Franchisee

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

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:
  • 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.
Responsibilities
  • 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.
Required SkillsAlthough there are routes into this profession for both university graduates and school leavers, employers will prefer candidates with degrees in theatre studies, creative arts, performing arts, drama, fine arts, visual arts, graphic design, 3D design, illustration, architecture or landscape architecture.
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