Costume designers
Costume designers are responsible for bringing a character to life it helps actors portray the character they're playing by wearing their clothes. As the name suggests they create, design, and sometimes rent the costumes for the cast. Research is fundamental, as they work within tight budgets and deadlines. A small mistake could not have enough time or money to be fixed.
Prop makers.. masters
Prop masters not only make props they also buy them. Prop master need to be organized, and if possible, always have multiple backup props in case they get broken or misplaced. It is also referenced to make a list of props that might be used in the scene, aside from the ones already being used, as not to be completely off-guard if the director, or actor request them when shooting. Prop masters need to constantly work with the actors to make sure they know how to use certain props. They need to work with designers, decorators and directors.
Prop makers make the props we see on screen. Be it a fantastical mask, or magical cat; or a worn handwritten letter. Reference pictures are key to make sure every detail is as it should be, even if what you're creating is something completely imaginary its good to keep your vision focused. They work with many different materials trying to achieve the perfect prop.
Set designers
Sets are often built in studios but can be created at theatre stages or in the location of the film shooting. Set designers need to work closely with the lighting, sound, camera, directing and producing teams. They work with the construction company making sure the set meets all the health and safety guidelines, and technical requirements.
Make-up artists
Make-up artists need to pay attention to lighting and how it affects the actors skin, and the makeup on it. Once shooting starts they stay on set to retouch any makeup that needs it. They also take photos and notes to make sure they can recreate the look once the recording stops. Many artists form close relationships with the celebrities they work with, great networking skills!
Computer game developers
As the name suggests, game developers are responsible for the development of games.. They are responsible for the sound, graphics and coding for said game. Some hiring people to take care of these jobs, others working alone, trying to manage it all. You need to have a keen sense of perspective when developing a game. Communication between you and your team, if you have one, are key to make sure the process goes smoothly.
Make sure you research and discuss what the job is? what sort of duties would you do? What education/qualifications are needed? And images of people doing this job.
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