Art & Set Design Draftsman

The Film Market; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Film Market in Greenville, NC is seeking an Art & Set Design Draftsman to translate creative concepts into precise technical drawings for production teams. You will produce construction-ready plans, elevations, sections, and detailing packages, ensuring builds meet creative direction, safety, and budget constraints.

Collaboration with designers, carpenters, and fabricators is essential to minimize rework and risk and support efficient set construction.

Qualifications

• 4 years of drafting experience in set design, production design, architecture, or related field.
• Proficiency in drafting software (e.g., AutoCAD, Vectorworks, or similar)
• Demonstrated ability to convert creative concepts into technical plans
• Strong understanding of construction methods and materials
• Ability to manage multiple projects with shifting deadlines

Responsibilities

• Produce construction-ready drawings, elevations, sections, and detailing packages.
• Ensure builds meet creative direction, safety, and budget constraints.
• Collaborate with designers, carpenters, and fabricators to minimize rework and risk.

Skills

Drafting experience

Concept to plans

Construction knowledge

Project management

Tools

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

Job description

The Draftsman – Art & Set Design translates creative concepts into precise technical drawings that enable safe, efficient, and accurate set construction. This role bridges creative vision and physical execution by producing construction‑ready plans, elevations, sections, and detailing packages for production teams.

Success in this role ensures builds are executed to specification, within budget, and aligned to creative direction while minimizing rework and production risk.

Art & Set Design Draftsman

Role Type

Full-time

Requirements

• 4 years of drafting experience in set design, production design, architecture, or related field
• Proficiency in drafting software (e.g., AutoCAD, Vectorworks, or similar)
• Demonstrated ability to convert creative concepts into technical plans
• Strong understanding of construction methods and materials
• Ability to manage multiple projects with shifting deadlines

Preferred Skills

• Experience in film, television, live events, or experiential builds
• Familiarity with scenic fabrication workflows
• Basic 3D modeling skills
• Knowledge of structural and safety best practices