Film Crew

Screenwriter

Creates the dialogue, characters, & storyline

Unit Production Manager (Line Producer)

Responsible for day-to-day activities

Manages the budget

Manages production office

Director

Decides camera composition, lenses, and movements

Works with the actors

1st Assistant Director (1st A.D.)

Schedules the film

Keeps things moving in a timely manner

Liaison between producer and director

2nd Assistant Director (2nd A.D.)

Liaison between set and office

Works with extras and helps with call sheets

Casting Director

Video Tapes auditions

Filters out the best for call backs

Connects actors to films

Script Supervisor

Takes detailed notes to maintain film continuity

Represents the editors and writers on set

Feed lines to the talent if they forget

Director of Photography

Create a "look" and "feel" for the film

Helps to create the directors vision accurately

Camera Operator

Oversees the preparation of camera equipment

Operates the camera equipment

Responsible for camera crew

1st Assistant Camera Operator (1st A.C.)

Build the camera

Maintain the camera with film, batteries, etc

Pull the focus of the camera

2nd Assistant Camera Operator (2nd A.C.)

Responsible for slating and camera techniques