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O*NET detailed work activitySelect materials or props
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Part of Select materials or equipment for operations or projects, under the O*NET work activity group Making Decisions and Solving Problems. Individual tasks below can carry a different label when their own wording calls for it (0 AI-ready, 12 AI-assist, 2 stays human).
Tasks built on this activity
- Select flora and foliage for arrangements, working with numerous combinations to synthesize and develop new creations.
- Select materials for use based on strength, color, texture, balance, weight, size, malleability and other characteristics.
- Select and assemble equipment and required background properties, according to subjects, materials, and conditions.
- Select or design, and purchase furnishings, art work, and accessories.
- Select materials and production techniques to be used for products.
- Select set props, such as furniture, pictures, lamps, and rugs.
- Identify and approve equipment and elements required for productions, such as scenery, lights, props, costumes, choreography, and music.
- Select themes, lighting, colors, or props to be used.
- Select, acquire, and maintain programs, music, films, and other needed materials and obtain legal clearances for their use as necessary.
- Select, acquire, store, and issue equipment and other materials as necessary.
- Select and purchase lumber and hardware necessary for set construction.
- Develop visual aids and charts for use in lectures or to present evidence in court.