Typical Tasks
Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other informational sources.
Plan details such as framing, composition, camera movement, sound, and actor movement for each shot or scene.
Study and research scripts to determine how they should be directed.
Establish pace of programs and sequences of scenes according to time requirements and cast and set accessibility.
Conduct meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to ensure production objectives are attained.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Cooperation
Integrity
Stress Tolerance
Adaptability/Flexibility
What key skills are needed for this job?
Active Listening
Speaking
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Social Perceptiveness
Expected Knowledge
Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Telecommunications
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Common Activities
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
