Production Designer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Production Designer:

Degree in Arts
Working knowledge of the visual arts and production processes and theories
Sketching ability, and ability to communicate ideas through drawings and models
Excellent visual awareness and design skills
Ability to solve problems and be resourceful and adaptable
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Ability to plan, schedule and monitor progress across of a large project
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and computer aided design programs (CADS)

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Production Designer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Production Designer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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