Based on projects developed over a decade of teaching Sketchup as it applies to entertainment design, this book is unique in its focus on the use of Sketchup in its use in film, television, and theater design. The book contains step-by-step projects that show how to build creative and compelling set models in SketchUp 2019. Geared toward film and stage design students and industry professionals, the chapters teach best practices and efficient design techniques, and progress into advanced workflows. After getting started with exploring various types of set models, you'll then create your own: a TV news set, a studio set, and a film location set. You'll learn about finding and creating props and dressing, using textures and materials, camera tools, and theater design. Along the way you'll get to know many SketchUp extensions that are essential to the entertainment design industry. You'll use LayOut for storyboarding and construction documents, explore rendering options, and learn about how 3D printed SketchUp models are enhancing model presentation.The book will guide you to working with existing models on the Sketchup 3D warehouse, and moves from assembling models out of existing elements to developing a fully dressed studio set. Best practices, professional workflows, and tricks of the trade make this a valuable source for beginning through advanced Sketchup designers.