Set Designer Jobs
Set Designer jobs are open across film, television, theater, and live events, from entry-level assistant to senior and art director level, with specializations in production design, scenic construction, and prop styling. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Contract-to-Hire position through April 2027
Max. Pay Rate: $26.99
Shift: Third Shift Position 11:00pm-7:30am Sunday-Thursday with potential weekend work required (approx. 40-56 hrs. per week) - REQUIRED TRAINING 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday
Job Description of the CNC Set-Up Technician:
Responsible for CNC machine troubleshooting, updating tool paths, and completing setups for CNC Lathes in a high volume production environment.
Required Experience and Education of the CNC Set-Up Technician:
- Minimum 2-5 years of CNC Lathe setup experience in a manufacturing environment
- High School Diploma or GED
- Interpreting G and M codes
- Machine set-ups and changeovers on CNC Lathes
- Troubleshoot daily production problems through root cause analysis techniques as they occur
- Experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and indicators
A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.
By applying for this role, you confirm that all information submitted is accurate and complete. You further acknowledge that providing false or fraudulent information during the application process is cause for denial of an offer, revocation of any existing offer, or other adverse action, up to and including termination after the start of your commencement of work.
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Contract-to-Hire position through April 2027
Max. Pay Rate: $26.99
Shift: Third Shift Position 11:00pm-7:30am Sunday-Thursday with potential weekend work required (approx. 40-56 hrs. per week) - REQUIRED TRAINING 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday
Job Description of the CNC Set-Up Technician:
Responsible for CNC machine troubleshooting, updating tool paths, and completing setups for CNC Lathes in a high volume production environment.
Required Experience and Education of the CNC Set-Up Technician:
- Minimum 2-5 years of CNC Lathe setup experience in a manufacturing environment
- High School Diploma or GED
- Interpreting G and M codes
- Machine set-ups and changeovers on CNC Lathes
- Troubleshoot daily production problems through root cause analysis techniques as they occur
- Experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and indicators
A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.
By applying for this role, you confirm that all information submitted is accurate and complete. You further acknowledge that providing false or fraudulent information during the application process is cause for denial of an offer, revocation of any existing offer, or other adverse action, up to and including termination after the start of your commencement of work.
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Who's Hiring
- Ryder System101
- Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare41
- United Placement27U
- Joy Memories19J
- Schneider12
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Education
- Manufacturing
- Chemicals & Materials
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in set designer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in scenic design, fine arts, architecture, or a related field
- Proficiency in Vectorworks, AutoCAD, or SketchUp for drafting and technical drawings
- Portfolio demonstrating completed productions across film, theater, or television
- Experience collaborating with directors, producers, and art department teams
- Knowledge of scenic construction techniques, materials, and fabrication processes
- Ability to manage multiple projects under tight production deadlines and budgets
Tips for Your Set Designer Job Search
Tailor your portfolio for each medium
Film and theater employers look for very different things. Organize your portfolio into clearly labeled sections by medium so a theater company isn't scrolling past your studio backlot work to find relevant samples. Lead with your strongest category for each application.
List software tools explicitly on your resume
Many set designer postings screen for AutoCAD, SketchUp, Vectorworks, or Adobe Creative Suite by name. If you rely on the job title alone to signal software fluency, you'll get filtered out before a human sees your application. Name every tool you use professionally.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists set designer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target union and non-union postings separately
IATSE and other union affiliations affect which productions you're eligible for and what rate you'll be offered. When targeting openings, note whether a posting specifies union membership and make sure your resume reflects your current status accurately to avoid wasted applications.
Prepare a materials and budget walk-through
Interviewers for set designer roles frequently ask you to walk through a past project's material choices and how you stayed within budget. Prepare a specific example with real constraints you navigated, not just a visual outcome, so you can answer this fluently.
Follow up with a visual leave-behind
After an interview, send a brief follow-up that includes one or two images from your portfolio tied directly to the production style or concept discussed. It reinforces your fit and keeps your work in front of the hiring team as they make a decision.
Set Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most set designers?
The most active employers for set designers right now are Ryder System, Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare, and United Placement, and the most openings are in Wisconsin, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster around active production markets, so filtering by location is a practical first step.
How many set designer jobs are remote?
About 27% of set designer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote work concentrated in pre-production phases such as concept design, digital drafting, and 3D modeling. On-set construction supervision and location scouting roles almost always require in-person presence throughout the production schedule.
How do you become a set designer?
Most set designers start with formal training in scenic design, interior architecture, or fine arts, then build experience through student productions, community theater, or internships with art departments. From there, working as a set decorator or art department assistant on small productions gives you the on-set experience and professional references needed to move into credited set designer roles.
Can you get hired as a set designer with little experience?
Yes, but your portfolio carries more weight than your work history at the entry level. Employers hiring junior set designers want to see your process, not just finished images, so include sketches, drafting samples, and mood boards alongside final production photos. Assistant set decorator and scenic design intern postings are the most accessible entry points for candidates without credited production credits.
What does the set designer interview process look like?
Most set designer interviews open with a portfolio review where you walk the hiring team through two or three past projects, explaining your creative decisions and how you worked within budget and production constraints. A second round often involves a brief design challenge or concept presentation tied to the production's visual style, followed by questions about your collaboration process with directors and construction crews.
Where can I find and apply to set designer jobs?
You can find and apply to set designer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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