Greensman
By: Aylin Luna
What is a greensman ?
A greensman is someone on a film set that manages and monitors on set greenery. A greensman falls under the art department. Their boss is the production designer.
What activities does a greensman perform ?
- Creates landscapes
- Decorates interior sets with plants
- Maintain vegetation so that the plants stay living
- Create faux rocks, plants, etc.
What college/degree do you need to attend to become a greensman ?
- A greensman needs a bachelors degree
- Some majors include: landscape architecture, horticulture science, plant science
- Colleges that offer majors ; Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Cal State Fullerton
What is the salary range for this job ?
- Does depend on experience
- Typically ranges from $18,000 - $50,000
Why did I choose this career ?
I chose this career because I wanted to understand what this job consisted of and the type of work a greensman has to do.