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Unit 3 task 2 table
- 1. Task 2 Unit 3 Table You must provide one example of a job for each job area for the sector of the Creative Media industry you have chosen. Job areas form one sector 1 example of a job Description of the job role The types of tasks and responsibilities this person might have and the types of tasks they might completed in their day to day role The working practices that might affect the job you have chosen The type of contact and conditions of pay that this job might have Technical Camera operator A television camera operator works with digital, electronic and film cameras and produces pictures for directors by combining the use of complex technology with creative visual skills. In a studio, where the camera operator usually follows a camera script, which gives the order of shots. This is practiced at rehearsal and is cued by the director during recording. The skill lies in interpreting what the director wants and acting quickly and effectively to achieve it. • Taking sole responsibility in situations where only one camera operator is involved in the filming; • Keeping up to date with filming methods and equipment; • Repairing and maintaining equipment; • Demonstrating a good awareness of health and safety issues; Driving crew, actors and equipment to and from locations. Going rate for camera operators working a ten-hour day on TV factual or documentary programmers is £285; for commercials £411; and for TV news £227.
- 2. Editorial Film/video editor A film or video editor is responsible for assembling recorded raw material into a finished product suitable for broadcasting. The material may consist of camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics and special effects. The editor may be part of a team and they will usually work closely with the director to achieve the desired end result. Digital technology, specialist computer software and high-quality digitization of sound and pictures have effectively replaced the traditional manual method of cutting film. Depending on the product, an editor may be very involved in creating the narrative, structure and tone of the programmed or film. In some situations, they may be given creative freedom while in others they may be needed merely to operate the machine. • Inputting uncut rushes and sound, and synchronizing and storing them into files on the computer; • Digitally cutting the files to put together the sequence of the film and deciding what is usable; • Creating a 'rough cut' (or assembly edit) of the programmed/film and determining the exact cutting for the next and final stages; The average salary for a Film / Video Editor is £21,663 per year. People in this job generally don't have more than 20 years' experience. Experience strongly influences pay for this job. A skill in avid is associated with high pay for this job.
- 3. Administrative Film production coordinators Film production coordinators are the administrative professionals behind the scenes of motion picture productions. They may manage schedules and budgets, cater to the needs of crewmembers and perform an assortment of general administrative tasks. While they don't usually work on set, film production coordinators work closely with producers and directors to help the production run smoothly. Film production coordinators provide various administrative services to keep the cast and crew happy and the production on schedule and within budget. This entails daily contact with other departments of the company, such as human resources, sales and accounts payable, as well as vendors outside of the company. Computer skills are often mandatory, and experience in Web design and photo and layout software is beneficial. Film production coordinators must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as a sharp eye for detail and keen problem solving skills Relatively high median salary ($65,000, as of May 2012)**
- 4. Managerial Film director Directors have overall responsibility for the way films or television programmers are made. As a director, you would use your creativity, organizational skills and technical knowledge to manage the whole production process. Your work could include: • Meeting producers • Commissioning a script or an idea for a documentary • Interpreting scripts and developing storyboards • Deciding on how the production should look and where it should be filmed • Planning the shooting schedule and logistics • Hiring the cast and crew • Guiding the technical crew • Directing the actors (or the contributors to a documentary) Supervising the editing to produce the final 'cut'. This requires skills of group leadership, as well as the ability to maintain a singular focus even in the stressful, fast-paced environment of a film set. Moreover it is necessary to have an artistic eye to frame shots and to give precise feedback to cast and crew, thus, excellent communication skills are a must. Decent potential wages (Median salary around $68,000)*
- 5. Finance Accounting assistant An Accounts Assistant is an integral part of the team responsible for maintaining an efficient and accurate finance function within a business. • An Accounts Assistants work will include basic book keeping activities, working with sales and purchase ledgers and running calculations to ensure that records and payments are correct. Reconciling finance accounts • Maintaining spreadsheets • Credit control • Preparing statutory accounts • Cash allocation Sales order processing This role will oversee and manage a small team on a daily basis therefore a proportion of your role will be ensuring they are managed and developed properly. £17,000 - £23,000 per annum
- 6. Creative Costume designers Costume Designers start working on films at the beginning of pre- production. They are in charge of designing, creating, acquiring and hiring all costumes for actors and extras. This must be achieved within strict budgets, and to tight schedules. Costume Designers' work is integral to defining the overall 'look' of Designers typically seek to enhance a character's personality, and to create an evolving plot of color, changing social status, or period through the visual design of garments and accessories. They may distort or enhance the body—within the boundaries of the director's vision. The designer must ensure that the designs let the actor move, as the role requires. • Study the script • Discuss ideas with the production designer, director, and make-up, set and lighting designers • Create costume ideas to fit the production’s design concept and budget • Research suitable costume styles, fabrics and designs Sketch costume designs Qualified costume designers could earn around £18,000 a year. With experience this can rise to £28,000 or more.
- 7. films, and their role requires a great deal of expertise. Sales and Marketing Sales executive Sales executives sell their company’s goods and services. Customers may include businesses, governmental organisations and individuals, both in the UK and abroad. Sales executives approach potential customers with the aim of winning new business, as well as maintaining good relationships with clients. They are also responsible for making repeat sales to their employer’s existing customers. Sales are targets driven industry and the work can sometimes be demanding. listening to customer requirements and presenting appropriately to make a sale; maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails; cold calling to arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business; responding to incoming email and phone enquiries; Creating detailed stakeholder profiles (buyer personas) for the key roles that are typically involved in your prospects’ decision- making process, and which anticipate their most likely priorities, concerns and motivations… £19,740 - £53,636