cinematographers and actors. As such the director is the captain of the ship and has a good working knowledge of all the above areas.
? The Prospects:
With the proliferation of TV channels and companies, the opportunities for film makers are growing. Film makers could work a) with a production house or TV channel on serials or documentaries b) an advertising agency c) with an established film maker as an assistant d) on their own.
Most film makers begin in the production department of a production house and some in an advertising agency assisting the producer and director and working in practically all areas of film making. In 2-3 years if one is on a fast track or in 4-5 years, one can expect to move on to being an assistant director in a film / serial and then to becoming a director in one’s own right.
Many professional film