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Film, stage and related directors and producers

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2654

Description

Film, stage and related directors and producers oversee and control the technical and artistic aspects of motion pictures, television or radio productions and stage shows.
Tasks include -
(a) choosing writers, studying scripts to determine artistic interpretation, and instructing actors on acting methods;
(b) directing all aspects of dramatic productions on stage, television, radio or in motion pictures, including choice of actors, and final decisions concerning costumes, set designs, sound or lighting effects;
(c) planning, organizing and controlling the various stages and scheduling involved in the production of presentations, motion pictures, television shows and radio programmes;
(d) engaging and supervising all technical personnel, and determining the treatment, scope and scheduling of production;
(e) maintaining production archives and negotiating royalties;
(f) creating, planning or writing scripts for recording, videotaping and editing programmes;
(g) supervising the positioning of scenery, props and lighting and sound equipment.
Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Documentary director
- Film editor
- Motion picture director
- Photography director
- Stage director
- Technical director
- Technical television or radio director
- Theatre producer
Some related occupations classified elsewhere:
- TV/radio news producer - 2642
- Broadcasting technician - 3521
- Lighting technician - 3521
- Sound technician - 3521
- Video technician - 3521
- Stage manager - 3435

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