Career+Packet

Packets that I will distribute to each group will consist of the following: Job Description Pages Assignment Sheet Presentation Script

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Job Description:

Job DefinitionInterpret script, conduct rehearsals, and direct activities of cast and technical crew for stage, motion pictures, television, or radio programs. Interests Artistic - Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.TasksChoose settings and locations for films and determine how scenes will be shot in these settings.Establish pace of programs and sequences of scenes according to time requirements and cast and set accessibility.Communicate to actors the approach, characterization, and movement needed for each scene in such a way that rehearsals and takes are minimized.Plan details such as framing, composition, camera movement, sound, and actor movement for each shot or scene.Confer with technical directors, managers, crew members, and writers to discuss details of production, such as photography, script, music, sets, and costumes.Collaborate with film and sound editors during the post-production process as films are edited and soundtracks are added.Cut and edit film or tape to integrate component parts into desired sequences.Study and research scripts to determine how they should be directed.Supervise and coordinate the work of camera, lighting, design, and sound crewmembers.Direct live broadcasts, films and recordings, or non-broadcast programming for public entertainment or education.Introduce plays, and meet with audiences after shows to explain how the play was interpreted.Promote and market productions by giving interviews, participating in talk shows, and making other public appearances.Confer with stage managers to arrange schedules for rehearsals, costume fittings, and sound/light development.Create and approve storyboards in conjunction with art directors.Hold auditions for parts or negotiate contracts with actors determined suitable for specific roles, working in conjunction with producers.Interpret stage-set diagrams to determine stage layouts, and supervise placement of equipment and scenery.Collaborate with producers to hire crewmembers such as art directors, cinematographers, and costumer designers.Review film daily to check on work in progress and to plan for future filming.Consult with writers, producers, or actors about script changes, or "workshop" scripts, through rehearsal with writers and actors to create final drafts.Compile cue words and phrases, and cue announcers, cast members, and technicians during performances.Select plays or scripts for production, and determine how material should be interpreted and performed.Perform producers' duties such as securing financial backing, establishing and administering budgets, and recruiting cast and crew.Compile scripts, program notes, and other material related to productions.Identify and approve equipment and elements required for productions, such as scenery, lights, props, costumes, choreography, and music.Skills Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively. Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.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. Telecommunications - Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems. Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.EducationJob Zone Four: Considerable Preparation NeededMost of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.School Classes Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General. - A program that focuses on the general study of dramatic works and their performance. Includes instruction in major works of dramatic literature, dramatic styles and types, and the principles of organizing and producing full live or filmed productions. Radio and Television. - A program that focuses on the theories, methods, and techniques used to plan, produce, and distribute audio and video programs and messages, and that prepares individuals to function as staff, producers, directors, and managers of radio and television shows and media organizations. Includes instruction in media aesthetics; planning, scheduling, and production; writing and editing; performing and directing; personnel and facilities management; marketing and distribution; media regulations, law, and policy; and principles of broadcast technology. Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology. - A program that prepares individuals to apply artistic, technical and dramatic principles and techniques to the communication of dramatic information, ideas, moods, and feelings through technical theatre methods. Includes instruction in set design, lighting design, sound effects, theatre acoustics, scene painting, property management, costume design, and technical direction and production and use of computer applications to support these functions above. Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management. - A program that prepares individuals to develop and manage park facilities and other indoor and outdoor recreation and leisure facilities. Includes instruction in supervising support personnel, health and safety standards, public relations, and basic business and marketing principles. Acting. - A program that prepares individuals to communicate dramatic information, ideas, moods, and feelings through the achievement of naturalistic and believable behavior in imaginary circumstances. Includes instruction in voice and acting speech, stage dialects, movement, improvisation, acting styles, theatre history, script interpretation, and actor coaching. Cinematography and Film/Video Production. - A program that prepares individuals to communicate dramatic information, ideas, moods, and feelings through the making and producing of films and videos. Includes instruction in theory of film; film technology and equipment operation; film production; film directing; film editing; cinematographic art; film audio; techniques for making specific types of films and/or videos; the, use of computer applications to record or enhance images, audio or effect and the planning and management of film/video operations.WagesIn 2007, the California average annual wage was:

$38,695 for entry level workers, and $121,195 for experienced workers.

Assignment Sheet

YOU ARE A MUSIC DIRECTOR you must prepare preformances by: considering balnce of instrument, voices, and possible actors etc.. work with variety of abilty, size and styles of music/musicians collaborate with composer of music direct/communicate tempo, volume etc... thru conducting organize tours work with designers for printing programs or promoting the performance