PSOC Unit group 2654 — Film, stage and related directors and producers

Film, stage and related directors and producers oversee and control the technical and artistic aspects of motion pictures, television or radio productions and stage shows. Their tasks include: a) choosing writers, studying scripts to determine artistic interpretation, and instructing actors on acting methods; b) directing all aspects of dramatic productions on stage, television, radio or in motion pictures, including choice of actors, and final decisions concerning costumes, set designs, sound or lighting effects; c) planning, organizing and controlling the various stages and scheduling involved in the production of presentations, motion pictures, television shows and radio programs; d) engaging and supervising all technical personnel, and determining the treatment, scope and scheduling of production; e) maintaining production archives and negotiating royalties; f) creating, planning, writing scripts for recording, videotaping and editing programs; g) supervising the positioning of scenery, props and lighting and sound equipment. Examples of the occupations classified here: Choir director, Cinematographer, Director ( Stage, Theater, Motion picture,& Radio), Director of photography, Documentary director, Film editor, Motion picture director, Stage director, Theatre producer, Technical television or radio director Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Broadcasting technician - 3521, Sound technician - 3521, Stage manager - 3435, TV news producer - 2642, Video technician - 3521

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Creative and performing artists.

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Creative and performing artists grouping.