Film Director
Creative mind behind the performance
Fields of activity | Film Director
As a film director, you’ll be responsible for the artistic design of theater productions, films, television, or radio plays. This includes developing concepts and planning their execution, from the actors to the set design. You’ll lead rehearsals, guide the actors, and collaborate closely with the various departments involved, such as set design and dramaturgy.
Your responsibilities as a film director involve having the final say in all creative decisions, as it's ultimately about bringing your vision to life. Additionally, you’ll need to keep an eye on the budget and often serve as the public face of the production.
Personal requirements | Film Director
- Enthusiasm for art, culture, and media
- Stress resistance and resilience
- Assertiveness
- Creativity
- Social and intercultural skills
Path to the profession | Film Director
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Take the testPotential jobs | Film Director
As a film director, you’ll either specialize in one medium or move between theater, film, and other media productions. Depending on the medium, you can find work at event, opera, or drama theaters, in film, television, or radio drama productions, as well as at media agencies. You’ll often be employed for a single production and then seek new projects independently.