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Film Director

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A Film Director oversees film production, managing everything from idea development to shooting and editing, ensuring the creative vision is fulfilled.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • WA
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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A Film Director manages all aspects of film production, from conceptualising ideas to overseeing shooting, editing, and final production. They work closely with the cast and crew to ensure the creative vision is achieved.

Film Directors include directing actors, collaborating with screenwriters, managing budgets, and coordinating logistics such as set design and location scouting. Strong leadership, creativity, and communication skills are vital for this role.