SOC 27-1027
Set and Exhibit Designers
Risk Score
⚠️28/100
Moderate
US Employment
👥10,850
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$66K
$36K – $129K
Projected Growth
📈+2.3%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖70/100
High exposure
💡 Set and Exhibit Designers face a risk score of 28/100 — 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 →
💡 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 →
🔍 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 →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Chatbot displacement of customer-facing interactions
Generative AI creating visual art and design assets
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
🛡️ 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
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 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% |