technical director - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Office
• City or urban
• Concert hall or stage
• Comedy
• Dramatic arts
• Live, special event or ceremonial program
• Festival

Tasks

• Advise in the interpretation and delivery of the performance
• Coordinate production in various fields including film, television, video game, radio, dance and theatre
• Determine scheduling of production
• Organize production in fields including dance or theatre
• Oversee the process of hiring actors and crew members for the production
• Supervise staff or team
• Hire and dismiss staff
• Oversee the design of sets, costumes, furnishings and props
• Liaise with management, union officials and HR consultants

Supervision

• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Design methods

• Drafting

Type of production or direction concentration

• Technical direction

Type of media

• Theatre

Area of work experience

• Management

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Time management

Screening questions

• Are you currently a student?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Morning

Experience

• 5 years or more

Employment terms options

• On call
• Day
• Weekend

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan