Film director (Filmregisseur)
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A film director is the artistic director of a film project and has the responsibility for the full execution of the film production. The organizational and financial aspects are in principle excluded and are the responsibility of the producer of the film. A film director has an important responsibility in all kinds of areas. For example, when it comes to interpreting the film scenario, but also when it comes to the choice of style and application of film techniques. Making a choice for actors who play a role in the film is also part of the tasks. Incidentally, for these mentioned activities, a director often delegates them to professionals in the various fields. The management on the set of everyone who is present is also the responsibility of the film director. This also applies to the composition of the complete crew that can be used for sound and image, for example. This also applies when it comes to the control with regard to the film set, just like set construction, costumes and locations. In principle, the entire control from the preparation to the final editing takes place by a film director. Think also of the choice of music and of course the post-processing of a film when it comes to image and sound. Incidentally, a producer has a major role in practice with regard to the preparation of the film, recordings and afterwards. For example, there is usually also influence on the creative process, in which a film director has input and in practice takes care of the management. In addition, the film director is of course, just like the producer, partly responsible for the success of a film in commercial terms.
A film director is therefore a director and filmmaker who has the responsibility for making feature films. Incidentally, it is not the case that directors are only focused on making feature films with actors or film actors. You can also think of directing soap operas with soap actors or of stage performances with actors, just like musicals with musical actors. If stunts take place in a film, they are usually performed by a stuntman. A film director is part of a film crew in which all kinds of employees have different tasks. Just think of a cameraman who makes film images or a sound man who is responsible for the sound. For example, a casting director has an important role in selecting actors and a producer is ultimately responsible for making a film commercially successful. The success of a film depends, among other things, on positive reviews from film reviewers.
BECOME A FILM DIRECTOR
It's not easy to become a film director, because you not only need the right experience, but also a lot of creativity. Moreover, for large film productions, it is important to be known in the film world. There is therefore a long way to be a film director and to be allowed to shoot large film productions. Incidentally, there are also film directors who not only direct, but are responsible for writing a screenplay themselves and can therefore also be regarded as a screenwriter.
DIRECTING FEATURE FILMS
It is not the case that a film director literally carries out all the work himself. That is far too much work and that is why there is also talk of delegating tasks. Especially in large productions, a film director does not do everything himself. Just think, for example, of selecting suitable locations to shoot scenes. A film director can appoint a location scout who will search for suitable locations based on the theme. This can be a prison, but also a town hall or a hospital to shoot film scenes. When decorating a set, work can be delegated to prop makers, set designers and setdressers. For the layout and make-up of actors, make-up artists can be used. They provide the actors, but also, for example, extras with make-up and clothing. Also think of a production manager who performs supporting work for a director on and around the set.
TASKS AS FILM DIRECTOR:
- Interpret scenario
- Select style and film technique
- Create storyboard
- Choosing actors
- Create playbook
- Managing film actors
- Putting together a film crew
- Managing location, décor and set
- Managing technical matters
- Guiding film editing
- Determining film direction
WHAT DOES A FILM DIRECTOR DO:
TRAINING TO BECOME A FILM DIRECTOR
There are various courses that form a basis for fulfilling the function of film director. One of the well-known programmes is the higher professional education in Directing, which trains to become a director. For example, at the Dutch Film and Television Academy in Amsterdam. For example, there is also a directing course in Maastricht.
COMPANIES WHERE A FILM DIRECTOR CAN BE EMPLOYED
As a film director, you are usually employed by a production company or a film company. However, there are also directors who work independently as entrepreneurs in the film industry. In that case, it is also possible to be a film director and to create film productions yourself. In this situation, a film director can also be regarded as a film production specialist or as a filmmaker.
COMPETENCES FILM DIRECTOR
As a film director, it is important to have a lot of creativity and passion for making films. You are simply artistic director and therefore you should also be able to be regarded as a visual artist. Perseverance and energy are also two competencies that are important for a film director. This also applies to being stress-resistant and can be under time pressure. You are responsible for many things and that puts a lot of pressure on the shoulders. This position is an independent profession, but it is important to be able to work with others. You also lead a film crew and must be able to delegate work. In addition, it is also important to motivate others and to have patience, because there is a lot of time between the idea and scenario until the moment of release of the film.
LABOUR MARKET PERSPECTIVE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AS A FILM DIRECTOR
The labour market perspective for film directors depends, among other things, on your own capacity and talent. There is always work to be found for good film directors of repute. If you are less well-known, it is possible to start releasing film productions yourself, where you have everything in your own hands. Then you build up a name and there is more work waiting in the future. Of course, you are partly dependent on the judgment of film reviewers. It is also important to distinguish yourself with a unique style or film theme. As you grow, the goal is of course to become a well-known film director who is asked to take responsibility for making a feature film. It is possible that a well-known film director is eligible for the position of creative director.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY FILM DIRECTOR
The salary of a film director is on average between 4,000 euros and 6,000 euros gross per month. It is also possible that a fixed agreement is made about the amount of the fee. In addition, it is true that film directors of repute earn much more than the average salary mentioned. Furthermore, it also plays a role in how long a feature film lasts, where a distinction can be made between short and long feature films. The duration of the recordings and location, such as abroad, can therefore play a role in the level of income.
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