Group
Occupation

231436 Screen Director

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

231436 Screen Director

Interprets, visualises and translates a screenplay or script by directing cast and crew to create a visual narrative in film, television, video or virtual production.

Alternative titles

  • Film Director
  • Filmmaker

Specialisation

  • Television Director

Skill level: 1

High levels of creative talent, interest and personal commitment may substitute for formal qualifications or years of experience.

Main tasks

  • Collaborates with writers and producers to select scripts and develop concepts for productions
  • Leads film and television teams from pre-production to completion, guiding the creative vision
  • Hires heads of departments on a production and selects cast and crew alongside the Casting Director
  • Directs actors and scenes, including camera shots, audio and lighting, to translate the screenplay into a visual narrative on screen
  • Oversees post-production activities such as editing, audio and colour grading
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