Video And Motion Picture Director Science & Engineering Professionals

The science of recording light and electromagnetic radiation in order to create a motion picture. The recording can happen electronically with an image sensor or chemically on light sensitive materials …

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The characteristics of techniques used to create atmospheres and effects on camera or on stage; the equipment required and appropriate setup to use.

The characteristics and usage of different tools that stimulate the sight and audio senses.

Art and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.

Adapt to different types of media such as television, movies, commercials, and others. Adapt work to type of media, scale of production, budget, genres within type of media, and others.

Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.

Developing new artistic concepts and creative ideas.

Inspect and amend the scenery and set-dressing to make sure the visual quality is optimal with in constraints of time, budget and manpower.

Study various media sources such as broadcasts, print media, and online media in order to gather inspiration for the development of creative concepts.

Study characters in scripts and their relationships to each other.

Work with the director of photography on the artistic and creative vision that needs to be followed during production of a movie or theatre production.

Lead a film or theatre cast and crew. Brief them about the creative vision, what they need to do and where they need to be. Manage day-to-day production activities to …

Tell a true or ficticious story so as to engage an audience, having them relate with the characters in the story. Keep the audience interested in the story and bring …

Watch raw scenes and shots after shooting to ensure quality. Decide which shots will be used and what needs to be edited.

Work together with the motion picture editing team during post-production. Make sure the finished product is according to specifications and creative vision.

Work with writers through workshops or script development schemes.

Consult with the pre-production team about expectations, requirements, budget, etc.

Attend rehearsals in order to adapt sets, costumes, make-up, lighting, camera set up, etc.

Use specialised software to edit video images for use in an artistic production.

Edit audio footage using a variety of sofware, tools, and techniques such as crossfading, speed effects, and removing unwanted noises.

Capture moving images with a camera. Operate the camera skilfully and safely to obtain high quality material.

Manage, schedule and run rehearsals for the performance.

Rearrange and edit video footage in the course of the post-production process. Edit the footage using a variety of sofware, tools, and techniques such as colour correction and effects, speed …

Put cameras in place and prepare them for use.

Adapt a script and, if the play is newly written, work with the writer or collaborate with playwrights.

Attend the organised reading of the script, where the actors, director, producers, and scriptwriters read the script thoroughly.

Hold auditions and assess and select candidates for roles in the productions.

Organise rehearsal schedules for actors and crew, collect and update necessary contact information as well as organise any additional meetings for the actors and crew.

Create the timeline for the production of a motion picture, broadcast program or artistic production. Decide how long each phase will take and what its requirements are. Take into account …

Design the right atmosphere and an aesthetically appealing film with light. Give instructions on which equipment, settings, and cues should be used.

Develop and communicate rehearsal schedules, taking into account the availability of the physical spaces and of the participating team.

Manage the process of hiring human resources, from identifying potential candidates to assessing the adequacy of their profiles to the vacancy.

Plan meetings with sponsors and event organisers to discuss and monitor upcoming events.

Supervise script preparation, maintenance, and distribution for all productions.

Supervise the camera crew to make sure they use the right equipment, angles, frames, shots, etc., according to the creative vision.

Supervise the creation of sound and decide which music and sounds to use for the movie and theatre production.