job roles

1. Unit 3 TV Job Roles Grid
Job Role Roles and Responsibilities (what they do and
are in charge of)
Qualities Needed (skills and or
qualifications)
Camera Operator
(Studio/Outside
Broadcast)
Camera Operator has a senior role within television
camera departments, but their responsibilities change a
lot depending on the type of production.
Good IT skills need to fit to carry heavy
equipment great communication skills
decent colour vision and hand-eye coordination
Script Supervisor
Script Supervisors work as part of the Camera
Department on Feature Films and Television Dramas.
They ensure that, despite the fact that films are shot
entirely out of script sequence/make sure all props and
costumes are correct.
Good teamwork skills great organisation skills
Good at spotting errors be calm under
pressure practical approaches to work
Make-Up and Hair
Artist - Film & TV
They create personality and do their makeup and hair
depending on the character or type of scene they play
a big part in the TV industry.
strategic planning, timing and budget control abilities;
highly developed research skills;
good organisational skills
effective presentation skills
confidence when doing team management and
motivational skills
effective team building
ability to work under pressure to external and
departmental deadlines
creative problem solving skills, combined with a
flexible attitude to changes
good IT skills
Knowing the Health and Safety legislation and
procedures.
Director
Directors are responsible for the look and sound
of a production and its technical standards; they
interpret the Producer's and/or Writer's vision.
ability to conceptualise ideas and to think visually;
ability to decide about the appropriate graphic style
and the music for the production;
precise attention to detail;
methodical approach to work with high stress tolerance
and stamina;
knowledge of the entire production process;
excellent verbal and written communication skills;
ability to lead a team and to motivate actors and crew
members;

2. initiative and problem solving skills
ability to see the broader picture and to co-ordinate
effectively
budgeting and financial skills
Researcher
Researchers come up with or develop
programme ideas, drawing on their knowledge
and understanding of industry requirements, and
present their findings to decision makers.
Gaffer
Boom Operator