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Occupation Code: 2654 Film, Stage and Related Director and Producer
Alternative titles: Director of Photography, Documentary Director
Job description and duties
Film, Stage and Related Directors and Producers are responsible for overseeing and controlling the technical and artistic aspects of films/videos, television or radio and theatrical performances, although duties may vary if one is working in film, TV/radio or stage.
A Film, Stage and Related Directors is typically expected to:
• Direct productions on TV, radio, stage or film
• Select the production team
• Decide on set design, sound and lighting
and custom design
• Oversee the casting of Actors/Dancers/
Singers/Presenters
• Determine the style and pace of the
production
• Direct Actors on set or location
• Film and supervise the editing (and post-
production) process
• Act as the link between production, technical
and creative teams
Production Coordinator, Production Executive,
Producers would be expected to:
• Manage the finances and budget of the production
• Assist the Director in the casting process
• Oversee the schedule of filming and
rehearsals
Locally, Film, Stage and Related Directors and Producers involved in motion pictures (film and video) are responsible for the whole production process including creative development, direction, filming and post-production. If working on a freelance basis, they would also be responsible for sourcing projects. Work usually includes the production of television commercials, videos for social media and occasionally short films.
Work environment
Directors and Producers involved in motion pictures (film and video) generally work as freelancers or are employed full-time in small production houses and creative companies. Work may be at the office/studio or outside.
Directors and Producers that work in TV and radio are generally employed full-time by a TV and/or radio station.
Stage Directors and Producers are required in theatrical companies and usually do not occupy full-time employment, but take on contract work whilst occupying other full-time jobs.
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