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Set Design For Film And Television Short Course

Set Design For Film And Television Short Course | On Campus
Explore the crucial role of design in film and television. Learn how designers create on-screen worlds, from historical recreations to innovative show designs.

Next start months
November 2025
January 2026
April 2026
Tutor(s)
Clara Zita
Price
From £700.00

Course description

Course overview

The design element in film and television has always played a major part in any production. The designer's role is crucial to the invention of the world that we see on screen, from the recreation of a specific period in history, authentic present day, or the innovative sculptural design involved in light entertainment, comedy, arts, music or game shows.

By the end of the course students will have produced models, ground plans, moodboards and visuals for their portfolio.

Who this course is for

This course is aimed at beginners who would like to gain knowledge of the processes involved when designing for a production and learn more about the careers available in the art department of films or television

Key information

Topics covered

  • An introduction to the dynamics involved when designing for a multi-camera television studio environment, resulting in an accurate scale and colour model of a set for a specific show
  • Film design
  • Covering script breakdown
  • Character analysis
  • Simple scenery construction
  • Set dressing
  • Location film work

Learning outcomes

  • Developed a good understanding of the role of set design in the film and television industry
  • Creating visuals from moodboards to ground plans for their portfolio
  • Digital badge and certificate of attendance

Materials

  • Laptop (if possible)
  • Notebook
  • 1:50 scale ruler
  • A3 Pad/Drawing Paper
  • Selection of pens and pencils

Tutor

Clara Zita

Clara Zita is a BBC trained Production Designer with over 20 years experience working in Film and Television. She has worked on a large variety of productions and for a time was Head of Design at ITV daytime. Clara has helped start the careers of many young professionals who attended her 'Set Design for Film and Television' short course at Central Saint Martins and who now are working in the industry. Some of her work can be seen on IMDB

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