Interpret scripts, conduct rehearsals, and direct activities of cast and technical crew for motion pictures and television. The job requires a high level of leadership and critical decision making. The level of responsibilities and pressure to meet deadlines is also high.
Compile cue words and phrases, and cue announcers, cast members, and technicians during performances.
Identify and approve equipment and elements required for productions, such as scenery, lights, props, costumes, choreography, and music.
Confer with technical directors, managers, crew members, and writers to discuss details of production, such as photography, script, music, sets, and costumes.
Supervise and coordinate the work of camera, lighting, design, and sound crew-members.
Plan details such as framing, composition, camera movement, sound, and actor movement for each shot or scene.
Directors tend to make the most in the following industries:
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services - $105,970
Information - $93,300
Manufacturing - $83,180
Management of Companies and Enterprises - $72,890
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation - $72,460
Accommodation and Food Services - $68,900
In general, they earn less within the industries below:
Health Care and Social Assistance - $48,930
Wholesale Trade - $51,270
Other Services (except Public Administration) - $57,290
Retail Trade - $58,260
Educational Services - $61,750
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing - $66,820