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art history

The history of art and artists, the artistic trends throughout centuries and their contemporary evolutions.

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aesthetics

Set of principles based on which something is appealing and beautiful.

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design principles

The elements used in design such as unity, scale, proportion, balance, symmetry, space, form, texture, colour, light, shade and congruence and their application into practice.

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monitor exhibition designs

Travel to galleries and museums to study displays and exhibitions.

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adapt to new design materials

Without neglecting more traditional techniques and materials, monitor materials innovation such as new resin, plastic, paints, metals, etc. Develop ability to use them and include them in design projects.

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attend design meetings

Attend meetings to discuss the status of current projects and to be briefed on new projects.

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consult with design team

Discuss the project and design concepts with the design team, finalise proposals and present these to stakeholders.

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design original furniture

Master and develop industrial aesthetics through ongoing research of new shapes, adapted to the function of the objects the research deals with (domestic objects, urban furnitures, etc.).

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develop design concept

Research information to develop new ideas and concepts for the design of a specific production. Read scripts and consult directors and other production staff members, in order to develop design concepts and plan productions.

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gather reference materials for artwork

Gather samples of the materials you expect to use in the creation process, especially if the desired piece of art necessitates the intervention of qualified workers or specific production processes.

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monitor art scene developments

Monitor artistic events, trends, and other developments. Read recent art publications in order to develop ideas and to keep in touch with relevant art world activities.

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monitor sociological trends

Identify and investigate sociological trends and movements in society.

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monitor textile manufacturing developments

Keep up to date with recent developments in textile manufacturing and processing techniques and technologies.

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transfer designs

Transfer designs into specific materials.

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draft design specifications

List the design specifications such as materials and parts to be used and a cost estimate.

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present artistic design proposals

Prepare and present detailed design suggestions for a specific production to a mixed group of people, including technical, artistic and management staff.

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design management

The way in which design principles are incorporated to help achieve business objectives, create products and services, obtain new customers, and support marketing activities.

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3D modelling

The process of developing a mathematical representation of any three-dimensional surface of an object via specialised software. The product is called a 3D model. It can be displayed as a two-dimensional image through a process called 3D rendering or used in a computer simulation of physical phenomena. The model can also be physically created using 3D printing devices.

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CAD software

The computer-aided design (CAD) software for creating, modifying, analysing or optimising a design.

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Scope note

CAD software should be differentiated from computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software. CADD systems are CAD systems with additional drafting features. For example, CADD systems enable an engineer or architect to insert size annotations and other notes into a design.

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industrial design

The practice of designing products to be manufactured through techniques of mass production.

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build props

Build props from a variety of materials, working with the design staff to create the appropriate prop for the production.

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design props

Draw prop sketches and define prop materials and building methods

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collaborate with a technical staff in artistic productions

Coordinate your artistic activities with others who specialise in the technical side of the project. Inform the technical staff of your plans and methods and obtain feedback on feasibility, cost, procedures and other relevant information. Be able to understand the vocabulary and the practises about technical issues

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design materials for multimedia campaigns

Draft and develop materials to be produced for a multimedia campaign, keeping in mind budgeting, scheduling and production.

Scope note

Materials might include leaflets, maps, CDs, DVDs and other didactic materials

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use specialised design software

Developing new designs mastering specialised software.

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