SOC 27-1027
Set and Exhibit Designers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ28/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ10,850
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$66K
$36K โ $129K
Projected Growth
๐+2.3%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค70/100
High exposure
๐ก Set and Exhibit Designers face a risk score of 28/100 โ 16 points below the national average of 44. With 70/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $66K ($20K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of just 28/100, Set and Exhibit Designers is well-positioned against AI automation. Core responsibilities like cultural interpretation and contextual sensitivity and physical artistry and hands-on creative execution rely heavily on human judgment and interpersonal skills that AI cannot easily replicate. The 10,850 Americans in this role can expect continued demand, though they should still stay informed about AI tools that can enhance their productivity.
Will AI Replace Set and Exhibit Designers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Chatbot displacement of customer-facing interactions
Generative AI creating visual art and design assets
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Cultural interpretation and contextual sensitivity
Physical artistry and hands-on creative execution
Collaborative creative ideation and brainstorming
Emotionally resonant storytelling and narrative craft
Live performance and audience engagement
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Develop set designs, based on evaluation of scripts, budgets, research information, and available locations.
Prepare rough drafts and scale working drawings of sets, including floor plans, scenery, and properties to be constructed.
Prepare preliminary renderings of proposed exhibits, including detailed construction, layout, and material specifications, and diagrams relating to aspects such as special effects or lighting.
Read scripts to determine location, set, and design requirements.
Submit plans for approval, and adapt plans to serve intended purposes, or to conform to budget or fabrication restrictions.
๐ป Technology Skills
Video creation and editing software
Document management software
Graphics or photo imaging software
Desktop publishing software
File versioning software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Fine Arts
Design
Computers and Electronics
Building and Construction
History and Archeology
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artists and Related Workers, All Other | 23 | $73K | 70% |
| Fashion Designers | 23 | $81K | 70% |
| Special Effects Artists and Animators | 25 | $100K | 81% |