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In any case, working hours are long and irregular, including public holidays and weekends. Settings vary depending on the type of production (film, TV, live theatre/concert).
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
The first step is to start out as a volunteer to gain valuable experience on set in the respective field. Creativity and work experience usually precedes any qualification, however it will benefit any individual to attend some form of formal education, which should be ongoing, throughout one’s career. Training programmes may include:
• Filmmaking (part-time) (MCAST)
• Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts
(MCAST) (MQF Level 5)
• Diploma in Media (MCAST) (MQF Level 5)
• Advanced Diploma in Creative Media
Production (MCAST) (MQF Level 5)
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Media
Production (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Communications (Honours)
(University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor in Theatre (Honours) (University of
Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Studies
(University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Master in Theatre Studies (University of
Malta) (MQF Level 7)
• Master of Arts in Theatre and Performance
(C21 Studies and Perspectives) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
• Master in Film Studies (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
The Malta Film Commission also offers a number of short courses in this area.
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
On-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
Knowledge and skills
Film, Stage and Related Directors are expected to have:
• Knowledge of the production process, from both technical and creative aspects
• Technical knowledge in the following fields of specialisation, for instance:
• Sound: Knowledge of physics of sound, awareness of current sound technology and equipment and good aural skills
• Lighting: Knowledge of lighting technology and design
• Production: Knowledge of stage management or theatre
• Wardrobe: Knowledge of costume and fashion design
• Script writing: Knowledge on how to recognise a good script and possibly write one
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Number of employees (2017)
69
Share of foreigners (2017)
35%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+38%
Median Pay (per annum)
€32,500
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