1. What might the role of a writer be?
Screenwriters create the screenplays for films. They provide the blueprints essentially for the film, however, these can be changed by the creative input the producers, directors, designers, composers and editors.
They should allow the person reading it to imagine how the film would play out on screen. They should make it include fascinating characters that people from the audience can relate to and an exciting plot that keeps the audience wondering what is going to happen next. It should also fit the format and style expected in the film industry.
They have to produce highly creative writing, to strict deadlines. If the script is not to the screen writing team's standards, then the script may either be given to another screenwriter or the original screenwriter may just be replaced altogether. Also, if one writer has writer's block then they can pass it onto another writer who can continue writing it. In some cases, scripts can be passed around more than 10 times before it is completely finished because each writer needs help or their work isn't of a high standard.
2. What is the responsibility of the composer?
Each film has a different style of music so the composer's have different jobs depending on the film. The main role of the composer is to find music to accompany the film, this could be by bringing in musicians or getting rights to a song to put into a film. The composer has to meet with the director and movie producer when the film has been shot and is being edited to discuss what music they want in the film.
3. What might the role of the camera person be?
Before the filming has even started shooting, the camera operator has to read the script so they know what they are shooting. They have to meet with the director so they can discuss they style in which they want the film shooting in. They have to make sure they know where all the locations are since in most films they have to shoot in different locations. They also have to determine what angles they are shooting from in each scene or shot so that they can get the film right. Whilst shooting the film, they have to be closely involved at all times when setting up the shots in case the director wants to change the shots around at any point.
4. What would be the role of the head of casting?
Before the film has started shooting, they casting directors work with the director and producer to assemble the perfect cast for the film. Because of this, they have to have an in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of new and existing talent when it comes to acting. They are responsible for matching the actor/actress to the right roles based on the actor's experience, ability, reputation, availability and their box office appeal. They also work with production accountants to make the casting budget. They organise and conduct interviews and auditions for each part and offer the actor/actress a fee for appearing in the film. They need to be highly selective and extremely demanding so it is vital that they be patient and hard-working.
5. Who is the producer of the film and what is their role?
Producers have overall control of every aspect of the production of the film. They bring together and approve the whole production team. They steer the film from beginning to when the film is completed. They are often the first person to get involved in a project. The many responsibilities of the Producer span all four phases of production. In the Development stage, Producers are often responsible for coming up with the idea for a production, or selecting a screenplay. Producers secure the rights, choose the screenwriter and story editing team. Producers also approve locations, studio hire, the final shooting script, production schedule and budget. More time and money spent in pre-production can reduce time and money wasting when the production gets under-way.
6. What would be the role of a film director?
Directors direct the film. They are responsible for translating the script into images and sounds on the screen. Ultimately, they are responsible for the film's success or failure.
They also manage the technical aspects of filming including the camera, sound, lighting, design and special effects departments. At all stages, Directors are responsible for motivating the team to produce the best possible results. Directors must also always be aware of the constraints of the film's budget and schedule and manage the expectations of the film's financiers.
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