Working in Film as a Director
March 20th 2008 14:27
Directors are the individuals who "translate" the script from the written page into film. To do this, a typical director supervises hundreds of people at a time, from scriptwriters to costume and set designers. Directors are in charge of all technical and artistic aspects of the film. They conduct auditions, supervise rehearsals and approve location, scenery, costumes, choreography, and music. In short, they direct the entire cast and crew during shooting. They frequently have several assistant directors helping them with such details as handling extras, transportation of equipment, and arrangements for food and accommodations.
In general, the job of director is not an entry-level position. Usually, individuals start in another phase of filmmaking and then take advantage of the opportunities of advance to directing job. Music videos can also provide experience for budding directors.
Successful directors are involved in all three phases of production, from beginning to end. Some directors assume multiple roles, such as director-producer or writer-producer-director. Whatever other roles they take on, as directors they must know how to hire the right people, and how to fire the wrong people, and how to handle people so that they work as an effective team. They often must combine the skills of an artist, administrator, salesperson, diplomat, and best friend.
In general, the job of director is not an entry-level position. Usually, individuals start in another phase of filmmaking and then take advantage of the opportunities of advance to directing job. Music videos can also provide experience for budding directors.
Successful directors are involved in all three phases of production, from beginning to end. Some directors assume multiple roles, such as director-producer or writer-producer-director. Whatever other roles they take on, as directors they must know how to hire the right people, and how to fire the wrong people, and how to handle people so that they work as an effective team. They often must combine the skills of an artist, administrator, salesperson, diplomat, and best friend.
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