Do You Work In Television Or Film Design Departments And Want To Develop Your Skills Further?



Set Dec Superstars is a series of courses designed for creatives looking to deepen their understanding of the systems and processes within the Set Decoration Department.

Together with seasoned industry professionals, we address common stumbling blocks and share practical, tried-and-tested solutions from our extensive freelance careers. The experts leading these modules have worked on some of the biggest Film, Advertising, and Television projects of the past few decades, both internationally and across the UK.

Our mission is to help junior design crew gain confidence and feel better equipped to navigate the demands of freelance work within the Design Department. Join us and special industry guests as we guide you through everything you need to know to thrive in your career in Set Decoration.

With over 10 years of experience working on major feature films, advertising campaigns, and broadcast projects, we bring a wealth of knowledge to our friendly, informative, and interactive sessions, ensuring you leave with practical tools to succeed.

Sign up below for 18th & 25th Feb 2025 at 6.30pm to 8pm

STARTING YOUR SET DEC JOURNEY (Zoom, 1.5 hour sessions across 2 weeks)
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This online evening course is suitable for budding Set Dec Assistants and soon-to-be Petty Cash buyers with limited industry credits. The course will be completed in 2, one-and-a-half-hour evening sessions over a 2-week period.

This course is particularly aimed at Post-Graduates and New Entrants to the industry and will cover Professional working practices taught by industry professionals. We will aim to demystify Industry lingo and clarify the logical, organised way in which we work to achieve our common design goals.

Together, we’ll cover the following headers:

  • What is the Set Decoration Department and how do we work within a production

  • What are the roles within Set Decoration and Art Department and what does everyone do?

  • How to understand Mood-boards and work with a brief

  • Best practice as an assistant or Petty Cash Buyer

  • How your role is vital to the running of a Set Decoration Department

  • What does a Petty Cash Buyer do and how to work with your Buyer(s)

  • An Introduction to Petty Cash Reconciliation and Receipt Tracking

Petty Cash Buying is a challenging and exciting position within the design machine and we’ll be discussing the best practice methods I teach my buyers on productions to get the most out of your day-to-day work.

With helpful tips and tricks along the way, you will leave the course with a rounded understanding of the Set Decoration department and be confident to apply for roles to further your career journey.

Everyone is welcome on this fabulous course!