Assistant Director
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession on the production site of visual works such as movies and TV programs, assisting the director and managing the shooting schedule and on-site progress.
Description
The assistant director collaborates with the director to create the shooting schedule (timetable), prepare call sheets, coordinate the movements of staff and actors, and manage on-site progress. They respond quickly to schedule changes or troubles that occur on site, playing a role in advancing shooting safely and efficiently. They also work with production progress staff or line producers on budget management and location arrangements and negotiations.
Future Outlook
Due to the expansion of streaming services and increasing demand for video content, the demand for assistant directors on production sites will remain stably high in the future.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Can respond flexibly / Has good coordination / Has physical stamina / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Freelance / Location Shooting / Long Hours / Production Company Affiliation / Team Production
Career Path
Production Progress → Assistant Director → Line Producer → Producer/Director
Required Skills
Communication Skills / On-site Adjustment Instructions / Problem Solving / Schedule Management / Sheet Creation
Recommended Skills
Camera and Audio Knowledge / Multilingual Support / Project Management Tools / Video Editing Basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to respond immediately to sudden changes and troubles |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To accurately manage the progress of shooting and script details |
| Communication Skills | To collaborate smoothly with many staff and actors |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of long hours of standing work and movement |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to create and manage the shooting schedule in detail |
| Stress Tolerance | Because of working under high pressure for long hours on site |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To advance production in coordination with diverse staff |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it is a role that acts based on the director's instructions with little unique creativity |
Aliases
- AD
- Assistant Director
Related Jobs
- Director
- Director of Photography
- Producer
- Production Progress