Art Director (Film, Television or Stage)

212311 · Sedentary

Career data Close match

Art directors create and oversee the creation of visual media for advertising, publishing, film, television, marketing and other uses.

Most common salary $66k – $138k

Upper salary up to $193k

Training 0-3 years

Matched as "Art director"

Plans, organises and controls artistic aspects of film, television or stage productions.

Studies scripts and scenarios to determine theme and setting; assesses locations and staging requirements for productions in association with specialist designers; oversees creative aspects of film, television and stage productions.

Works indoors in television and film studios or theatres. May work outdoors at a variety of scene locations.
Works in adequately heated and ventilated work spaces when indoors. May be required to work in all weathers when outdoor depending on scene requirements. Outdoor scenes may also involve dangerous terrain.

Sedentary physical demand levels.
Likely to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time when writing and/or studying scripts, setting up scenes, filming and editing film.
Stretching up and reaching across is not a significant feature of the job.
Bending is not a significant feature of the job.
Squatting, crouching and kneeling is not a significant feature of the job.
Twisting of the body or neck is not a significant feature of the job.
Contact with skin irritants or water is not a significant feature of the job.
Lifting, carrying and holding requirementsare not a significant feature of the job.
Occasional repetitive hand and finger movements are required when using pens, telephones, microphones and when using a keyboard and mouse and editing equipment.
Driving may be necessary to access a variety of locations if not solely based in a studio.
Use of hand-held objects and equipment will be frequent and may include recording instruments, clipboards, writing implements and microphones.
Mental activities necessary include creative, communication, research, planning and decision-making skills.

Entry signal Reviewed

Requires a substantial formal qualification.

Entry barrier Formal qualification

Licence / registration No licence required

ANZSCO skill level 1

Next-day ready No

How this was determined (model-generated): Art Director: bachelor-or-5yrs, no licence; substantial entry confirmed.

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. Some positions require high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).