| Executive Producer
Provides funding for the film
Finds investors
Authorizes and supervises the packaging and marketing of the film |
| Producer
Runs the show
Hires key people
Ensures everything is on time and on budget |
| Screenwriter
Creates the dialogue, characters, & storyline
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| Unit Production Manager (Line Producer)
Responsible for day-to-day activities
Manages the budget
Manages production office |
 | Director
Decides camera composition, lenses, and movements
Works with the actors |
| 1st Assistant Director (1st A.D.)
Schedules the film
Keeps things moving in a timely manner
Liaison between producer and director
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| 2nd Assistant Director (2nd A.D.)
Liaison between set and office
Works with extras and helps with call sheets
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| Casting Director
Video Tapes auditions
Filters out the best for call backs
Connects actors to films
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| Script Supervisor
Takes detailed notes to maintain film continuity
Represents the editors and writers on set
Feed lines to the talent if they forget
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| Director of Photography
Create a "look" and "feel" for the film
Helps to create the directors vision accurately
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| Camera Operator
Oversees the preparation of camera equipment
Operates the camera equipment
Responsible for camera crew
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| 1st Assistant Camera Operator (1st A.C.)
Build the camera
Maintain the camera with film, batteries, etc
Pull the focus of the camera
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| 2nd Assistant Camera Operator (2nd A.C.)
Responsible for slating and camera techniques
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