What Can I Do With A Major In Design/Technology ?

Introduction

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in design/technology prepares students either to enter the professional as a technician or to pursue studies in a graduate program. Areas of concentration include scenic design and construction, costume design and construction, and lighting and sound design and execution.

The curriculum in design/technology develops expertise to perform tasks, efficiently, knowledgeably, and safely; to build and/or implement the scenery, costume, lighting, and sound designs; to serve in the role of carpenter, props technician, stitcher, cutter, make-up technician, electrician, and/or audio technician for theatre, dance, television, and music production; to work with independence, efficiency, flexibility, and creative thinking; to use effective leadership, technical and communication skills.

A Sample of Related Occupations

Related Occupations Related Occupations Related Occupations
Grip Gaffer Rigger
Master Carpenter Carpenter Welder
Props Artisan Wig Maker Make-up
Millinery Assistant Costume Designer Assistant Scenic Designer
Assistant Lighting Designer Assistant Technical Director Technical Director
First Hand Draper Stitcher
Sound Board Operator Sound Engineer Audio Technician
Master Electrician Electrician Deck Hand
Light Board Operator Follow Spot Operator Model Builder
Scenic Painter Draftsman Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Manager Production Manager
   
 
Types of Employers
Private and Non-profit Organizations
 

Educational Institutions

Local and Community Theatres

Regional Theatres

National Theatres

Industrial Trade Shows

Television

Film Companies

Theme and Amusement Parks

Cruise Ship Industry

 
Government Agencies
 

US Military

HABS/HAER

National Park Service

Related Web Links

 

Professional Associations

For additional career information, see the Occupational Outlook Handbook