Vocabulary

1. Producer Job responsibilities:
Have experience of working in the film industry
Have a good business sense
Have a good understanding of finance
Have good creative vision
Be self-motivated
Be good at negotiating
Be good at motivating people
Be good at problem-solving
Understand the creative processes of filmmaking
Be able to secure finance for the production
Be able to prepare and control the production budget
Have excellent communication skills
Be able to work well under pressure and motivate the production team
Ensure compliance with regulations and codes of practice
Understand the relevant health and safety laws and procedures

2. Director Job responsibilities:
Have exceptional artistic vision and creative skills
Have unerring commitment
Have a deep passion for filmmaking
Be a strong and confident leader
Make decisions
Delegate and collaborate with others
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Inspire and motivate the team
Have an extensive understanding of the entire filmmaking process, from both technical and creative points of view
Work intensively for long hours
Pay attention to detail
Remain calm and think clearly under great pressure
Have great self-belief
Be determined to succeed

3. Script Editors Job responsibilities:
Have experience of script reading
Have a keen insight into all aspects of a screenplay
Have a comprehensive knowledge of screenwriting theories
Understand the various development stages
Understand how to use the dramatist's tools eg comic irony, suspense, mystery
Understand how audiences respond to films
Have good analytical skills
Be a good writer
Have good communications skills

4. Responsibilities of an Agent:
Have strong business and managerial skills
Understand the film industry thoroughly from script, to finance, to post-production
Have a good eye for new talent
Be enthusiastic and charming
Have a good knowledge of current film trends
Have good marketing skills
Be flexible
Be a good negotiator and salesperson
Have good language skills to work internationally
Be willing to travel and embrace different cultures

5. Responsibilities of a writer:
Have an in-depth understanding of story, plot and narrative
Understand the different ways that films affect audiences
Be familiar with current formats for presenting screenplays
Be able to demonstrate creative imagination
Be able to bring to life the individuality of characters
Be able to write visually, using sound and dialogue to support action
Be dedicated and well organised
Be able to work as part of a team
Be able to work to strict deadlines
Be able to handle frequent rejection
Be ambitious
Be realistic