Production Designer / Set Designer - Volunteer Role
The Donovan's Venom, INC. Is a non-profit 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization dedicated to taking music, art, and entertainment to those who need it the most. The Donovan's Venom, INC. Caters to no particular individual(s) yet pledges relief to impaired or deprived individuals who are in need of musical, visual, comedic, and-or any alternative forms of liberation-through fine art & entertainment. The Donovan's Venom INC. Gives its resources to individuals who don't have the means or access.
The Donovan’s Venom is a 501c3 nonprofit organization focused on curating universal accessibility to fine arts and music education for all. We are passionately dedicated to ensuring that everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, has access to high-quality music education, performance opportunities, and fine art. We aim to inspire, empower, and uplift communities by fostering a love for music and the arts through our commitment to education, inclusivity, diversity, and social impact, which drives us to expand our reach continually and enrich the lives of those we serve.
About the role
We’re looking for a creative, resourceful Production Designer / Set Designer to help shape the visual environment of our shows and productions. This volunteer role will be responsible for the look, feel, layout, and physical design of the set, helping translate creative concepts into engaging, camera-ready spaces. You’ll work closely with producers, camera, lighting, and creative teams to ensure the set supports the production’s visual identity and storytelling.
Responsibilities
- Develop the overall set concept, look, layout, and visual direction for productions.
- Design and arrange backgrounds, furniture, props, signage, décor, and visual elements.
- Create mood boards, sketches, layouts, and visual references for proposed set designs.
- Source or recommend set pieces, props, materials, and décor.
- Coordinate set setup, styling, adjustments, and breakdown.
- Ensure sets are visually appealing and optimized for camera framing, lighting, and talent placement.
- Collaborate with the Director of Photography and lighting team on colors, textures, reflections, and camera visibility.
- Work with producers and creative teams to ensure the set reflects the tone and identity of each production.
- Maintain visual consistency across episodes and recurring productions.
- Identify practical, creative solutions when working within budget, space, or production constraints.
- Organize and maintain props, set pieces, décor, and production materials.
- Help establish repeatable set standards and design guidelines as the production team grows.
Requirements
- Experience or a strong portfolio in production design, set design, interior styling, theater, film, television, events, visual merchandising, or a related creative field.
- Strong visual sense and understanding of color, composition, scale, and space.
- Ability to translate creative ideas into practical, camera-ready environments.
- Resourceful and comfortable sourcing or