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Director

Media Gate
Zamalek, Cairo
Posted 7 years ago
42Applicants for4 open positions
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Job Description

  • We are looking for an experienced director to take overall responsibility for film and television show production.
  • As a director, you will lead the production team to direct full-length films, short films, live or recorded television programmes, commercials and music videos.
  • You should be able to translate writers’ and producers’ visions into cohesive, marketable, entertaining and informative programs.
  • Ultimately, you should be able to make creative decisions that guide the rest of the team and enhance, refine and translate original ideas into finished programs.

Responsibilities

  • Read scripts and develop storyboards
  • Write and edit scripts as needed
  • Meet the producers and prepare budget
  • Decide on filming locations
  • Hire cast and crew
  • Liaise with crew about technical requirements (e.g. lighting and camera movements, sound recording requirements, set dressing, vision effects and graphics and transitions)
  • Prepare a carefully calculated shooting schedule ensuring deadlines and budget requirements are met
  • Guide the production team ensuring all members are in sync with the program’s requirements
  • Incorporate creative ideas to achieve the best possible visual result
  • Supervise editing to make the final cut
  • Ensure that the final program is faithful to the original concept

Job Requirements

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a director
  • Demonstrable portfolio of full-length or short films, videos or commercials
  • Solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages
  • In-depth understanding of the production process
  • Familiarity with camera operation, sound systems, special effects and music editing
  • Ability to lead and motivate
  • Creativity and imagination
  • Excellent organizational and planning skills
  • Good people skills and ability to negotiate
  • Time management and budget awareness
  • BSc/BA in film studies, cinematography or relevant field; further training is a plus

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