Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

• managing artistic and media productions to meet quality cost and timing specifications
• formulating and developing organisations' artistic policies and selecting and planning organisations' artistic programs
• hiring and managing artistic staff
• controlling the use of media production facilities such as studios and editing equipment stage and film equipment and rehearsal time
• directing the formulation of media production strategies policies and plans
• introducing programs music entertainment items guests and celebrities
• preparing and reading news bulletins making special announcements and providing commentary for sports and other events
• presenting opinions on sports politics and social and economic matters
• researching investigating and compiling stories and programs

If you enjoy dealing with people, working in a creative field, then this industry could be the place for you. The Advertising, Arts & Media encompasses a wide range of professionals; from traditional advertising including television and radio, through to photography, arts and dance. Specific skills you will need may depend on which profession you take on, but to succeed in this industry you’ll need to be someone who enjoys working as part of a team. Your day to day activities will involve working with your colleagues to achieve the best results so you’ll need to be a good team player and someone that is easy to get along with. With so much variety on offer there are a number of careers that you can embark on (see list of occupations below).

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