Skills
As a director, you must bring a mix of creativity and technical expertise to each of the projects you undertake. You should also be able to work to deadlines and within budget constraints.
You need to be determined and self-motivated to succeed in this profession. You should also enjoy meeting and working with others as part of a team.
Joining the drama club and working on school plays are good ways to start acquiring theatrical experience. You may also be able to join a local volunteer theater group or dramatic society. Those interested in film and television directing could join a photography club to learn about framing pictures and lighting, or you even borrow a video camera and start practicing.
Tools
Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
As a director, you must bring a mix of creativity and technical expertise to each of the projects you undertake. You should also be able to work to deadlines and within budget constraints.
You need to be determined and self-motivated to succeed in this profession. You should also enjoy meeting and working with others as part of a team.
Joining the drama club and working on school plays are good ways to start acquiring theatrical experience. You may also be able to join a local volunteer theater group or dramatic society. Those interested in film and television directing could join a photography club to learn about framing pictures and lighting, or you even borrow a video camera and start practicing.
Tools
Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.