Art department in movie terms means the section of a production's crew concerned with visual artistry. Working under the supervision of the production designer and/or art director, the art department is responsible for arranging the overall look of the film (i.e. modern/high-tech, rustic, futuristic, etc.) as desired by the film director. Individual positions within in this department include: production designer, production buyer , special effects supervisor , draftsman, art director, assistant art director , set decorator , set dresser , property master , leadman , swing gang , and property assistant .
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