Set and Production Design Expert (Remote)

About the role

Gramian Consultancy, a boutique consultancy for IT professional services and engineering talent solutions, is looking for experienced Set and Production Design Experts to evaluate set designs, production environments and spatial concepts across film, television, theatre, commercials, photography and live events. The expert reviews design concepts, visual references, layouts and production briefs to judge how well they turn creative vision into functional, visually compelling and production-ready environments. The engagement is fully remote, open to qualified professionals worldwide, with flexible working hours and project-based workload.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate design concepts against creative briefs, scripts and project requirements
• Assess composition, scale, proportions, spatial arrangement, colour palettes, textures and materials
• Review camera and performance practicality, including sightlines, camera angles, framing, lighting and actor movement
• Identify production risks such as impractical layouts, unsuitable materials, inaccurate period details, continuity issues or construction limitations
• Check whether designs support the story, setting, atmosphere, characters and visual direction
• Consider budget, schedule and technical feasibility
• Provide structured written feedback and compare alternative concepts

Required profile

• Experience as a production designer, set designer, art director, set decorator, assistant art director, theatre designer or scenic designer
• Demonstrated involvement in real productions, including creative briefs, scripts, budgets, set construction, installation, filming or production execution
• Strong understanding of spatial design, visual storytelling, composition, materials, textures, colour theory and production environments
• Ability to spot design inconsistencies, technical limitations and execution challenges
• Excellent written English and clear, concise communication of professional judgments