Creative Industry Careers

Actors perform various roles in theatre, film, and commercials, including singing, dancing, and presenting. They may also work in animation for motion capture and voiceover.

An animator creates digital animations for various productions, such as movies and TV shows. They use computer software to design characters, backgrounds, and special effects.

A camera person operates a camera to capture footage for movies, TV shows, documentaries, and news programs. They set up and adjust the camera, frame shots, select lenses, and adjust lighting.

Becoming a casting director is an exciting career for those passionate about working in the entertainment industry and hiring actors and actresses for various productions.

Costume designers create and design costumes, working closely with directors, producers, and actors to develop appropriate costumes for the setting, time period, and characters.

Directors lead and manage production teams consisting of actors and crew to complete a variety of projects, including feature and short films, television shows, and commercials.

The editor's role is to assemble raw footage into the desired vision, a compelling final product that tells a story or conveys a specific message.

A hair and makeup artist is responsible for creating and maintaining actors' appearances on camera, working closely with the director and costume designer to ensure a cohesive look. 

Journalists gather, analyze and report facts and information to the public through various media platforms. They investigate stories and write articles that help keep people informed.

A lighting technician designs and executes the lighting setup for scenes or shots, collaborating with the production team to ensure that the lighting matches the mood and tone of the scene.

Publicity is responsible for creating a buzz around a production. They develop marketing strategies, organize press events, manage media relations, and create promotional materials.

A film producer oversees all aspects of a production, from concept to final cut. They manage fundraising, hiring cast and crew, and supervising production.

A props person creates and manages all props needed for a production. They work with the production designer, set decorator, and director to ensure the props match the production's overall look and feel.

A researcher finds people and places and searches media libraries and archives to find and provide historical and social context information for production to ensure accuracy.

A runner performs various tasks on a film or TV set, including cleaning, running errands, handling paperwork, assisting with equipment setup, and escorting actors.

A script writer develops the storyline, characters, and dialogue for films, TV shows, plays, and other productions, collaborating closely with directors, producers, and other team members.

The set designer collaborates with the director, production team, and other designers to create the physical surroundings for theatrical or cinematic productions.

A sound technician sets up, operates, and maintains sound equipment. They ensure high-quality sound through different types of sound equipment and technical knowledge.