Discover, develop, and showcase your creative voice through hands-on artistic practice.
In this program, students are given the opportunity to develop and refine the skills
used in their craft. The student's career plans are enriched through the opportunity
to develop a plan for self-management. Together, these two areas will help students
determine their short-and-long term career goals.
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Career Outlook in Michigan
| Career Title |
Median Salary |
Annual Openings |
| Producers and Directors |
$59,902 |
246 |
| Musicians and Singers |
$49,792 |
560 |
| Art Directors |
$56,989 |
227 |
What do Producers and Directors do?
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Plan details such as framing, composition, camera movement, sound, and actor movement for each shot or scene.
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Communicate to actors the approach, characterization, and movement needed for each scene in such a way that rehearsals and takes are minimized.
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Direct live broadcasts, films and recordings, or non-broadcast programming for public entertainment or education.
What skills do Producers and Directors have?
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Active Listening:
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Monitoring:
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
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Speaking:
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Did You Know?
Programs for Producers and Directors can lead to other interesting professions, including: