Director, Theatrical

Aliases: Film Director, Stage Director, Studio Director

Industry/Sector(s): Media and Entertainment

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Director, Theatrical is expected to perform include:

Selecting appropriate Actors, other staff members, outdoor location, etc. for a production
Directing rehearsals
Co-ordinating and supervising activities of Cameramen, Scenery Designers, Sound Technicians, property men, etc.
Supervising the set-up of sets and stage
Directing the film, drama or any other production

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It is not a desk job
Need to handle a team of Actors and other staff members
Local travelling is a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Flexible working hours
Shift system is not available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ³

Preferably, graduate

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Ability to visualize the final artwork
Ability to understand film language
Knowledge of screenplay analysis
Detailed knowledge of various cinematographic techniques
Ability to edit the final piece of work
Ability to manage Actors and other staff
Ability to handle business management
Competent in directing mythological, social or historical films or stage performances

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Creative
Ability to work in teams

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Colleges across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

https://scholarships.gov.in/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

http://www.aisfm.edu.in/academics/degree-programs/bachelor-of-arts-ba-film-media#Curriculum

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ¹

Assistant Director, Theatrical → Director, Theatrical

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ⁴

For candidates with experience – Rs 5,00,000 to Rs 10,00,000 per production

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ³

Generally, 5 - 10 years of work experience is required

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ^{3, 4}

Production houses
Other directors
Producers

KEYWORDS

Film Director
Stage Director
Studio Director

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	2654.0100	Director, Theatrical
ISCO 2008	2654	Film, Stage and Related Directors and Producers
NIC 2008	90001; 90002	Stage production and related activities; Operation of concert and theatre halls and other arts facilities
QP Reference	Not available	Not available
NSQF	Not available	Not available

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division 2
2	http://www.ccdisabilities.nic.in/page.php?s=reg&t=def&p=list_jobsNew
3	https://www.naukri.com/job-listings-Director-WIDESCOPE-MEDIA-AND-ENTERTAINMENT-NETWORK-Delhi-5-to-10-years-030216504255?src=seo_srp&sid=14750725904555&xp=9&qp=music%20director&srcPage=s
4	https://targetstudy.com/professions/film-director.html

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