The document outlines the roles, skills, and pay for various positions in film and television production. It provides descriptions for the roles of editor, producer, runner, presenter, researcher, camera person, sound person, and director. For each role, it lists the essential skills and experience required but notes that no specific qualifications are needed in most cases. It provides the average weekly pay for a 48 hour work week for each position, ranging from £397 for a runner to £1345 for an editor or director.
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Crew Roles and Responsibilities
1. Crew Members
Editor
Ability to be creative under pressure
Imagination and an understanding of narrative
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Developed sense of rhythm and timing in story telling
Highly developed aesthetic visual awareness
Ability to lead a team
Patience, attention to detail and good organisational skills
Knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Health and Safety legislation and procedures
No specific qualifications are required for an editor role.
£1345 for a 48 hour week
Producer
Highly effective negotiating skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent presentation, pitching and marketing abilities
Advanced analytical skills and precise attention to detail
Excellent organisational and managerial skills
Initiative and problem solving skills
Effective leadership and mentoring skills
Diplomacy and sensitivity when dealing with partner organisations and colleagues
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Current knowledge of the relevant legislation, regulations, and associated procedures,
including Copyright, Data Protection, Public Liability, etc. and how to comply with regulatory
requirements
Knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Health and Safety legislation and procedures
No specific qualifications are required for a producer role, but a degree in a media related subject
may be useful.
£1037 for a 48 hour week
Alex Gormley
2. Runner
Runners must be bright, helpful, presentable, and articulate and have basic literacy,
numeracy and communication skills
It is helpful if they already have an interest in animation and, to get the most out of their
time in the job, they need to develop an understanding of the production process
Runners must be able to cope under pressure, accept instructions from all quarters, show
initiative and problem solving skills, respond quickly to requests and know how to prioritise
their tasks
No specific qualifications are required for a runner role.
£397 for a 48 hour week
Presenter
Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
Performance skills and a clear voice for broadcasting
Research and interviewing skills, and an inquisitive nature
Awareness of media law
The ability to handle stress and make quick decisions under pressure
A broad range of interests, including current affairs
Knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Health and Safety legislation and procedures
People who present are performers. They must understand their audience and be able to
engage with them in all circumstances
No specific qualifications are required for a presenter role.
Researcher
Must have knowledge of the subject
Know how to research and different research methods
Able to seek information
Knowledge of academic literacy and numeracy
Must be enthusiastic
Must have self confidence
Must be responsible
No specific qualifications are required for a researcher role, but experience and knowledge of
production techniques is required.
£729 for a 48 hour week
Alex Gormley
3. Camera person
Ability to carry out instructions with great accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to frame and compose shots and perform camera moves with precision and speed
In-depth knowledge of the principles of camera work
Good IT skills
Knowledge of the relevant electronics
Excellent communication, interpersonal and diplomatic skills
Good colour vision, and excellent hand-to-eye co-ordination
Physical stamina for working long hours and moving heavy equipment
Knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Health and Safety legislation and
procedures.
No specific qualifications are required for a camera person role since most of the skills come from
hands on experience.
£1220 for a 48 hour week
Sound person
Good knowledge of audio equipment and sound technology
Knowledge of the television production process, including camera and lighting techniques
Knowledge of management and licensing of radio transmission systems
Excellent hearing, concentration and attention to detail
Excellent balance, agility and good sense of timing
Good communication, interpersonal and team skills
Patience, self-discipline and reliability
Diplomacy and sensitivity when working with artistes and crew members
Knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Health & Safety legislation and procedures
No specific qualifications are required for a sound person role, but an interest and understanding of
sound is essential.
£1301for a 48 hour week
Alex Gormley
4. Director
Must have an artistic vision and good creative skills
Must be committed and have a passion for film/video making
Be a strong, confident leader
Be able to make decisions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital
Be able to motivate the team
Must have an understanding of creative and technical filmmaking processes
Able to work long and intensive hours of work
The ability to remain calm under pressure
Formal qualifications are not necessary to become a director, but specialist training in single and
multiple camera directing is required.
£1345 for a 48 hour week
Alex Gormley