Filmmaker
A filmmaker is responsible for creating and producing film and video content, including developing concepts and scripts, directing actors, and overseeing the technical aspects of production.
What they love about their jobs
Creative professionals talk about their favorite parts of their day.
Where this is needed
Skills to thrive in this field
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Directing
Technical knowledge, storytelling, and the ability to direct the actors on set and elicit the desired emotion and performance
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Communication
The ability to communicate a vision of the story, and the direction to actors, with the crew
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Storytelling
The ability to tell a compelling story in various structures that connect with an audience
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Problem Solving
Solving both creative and production problems as a leader and in a team
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Humility
The understanding that you are part of a team and filmmaking is the ultimate team sport