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Programme Director (Television or Radio)

212315 · Sedentary

Description

Compiles and directs programmes for television or radio.

Typical work tasks

Studies scripts and scenarios to determine theme and setting; oversees creative aspects of television and radio productions; plans and organises the preparation and presentation of programmes.

Typical work environment

  • Works indoors in television and radio studios but will also often work outdoors on set when necessary. May work in a wide range of weather settings depending on the requirements of the programme.
  • Typically works in adequately heated and ventilated work spaces when indoors.

Typical physical and mental demands

  • 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 is 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 skills necessary include creative, communication, research, planning and decision-making skills.
Entry signal Model estimate

Requires a substantial formal qualification.

Entry barrier Formal qualification
Licence / registration No licence required
ANZSCO skill level 1
Next-day ready No

Unverified — this label is model-generated and not yet clinician-reviewed. Confirm against the WTDS before relying on it.

How this was determined (model-generated): Programme director: identical Skill Level 1 ER; experience route still ~5yrs, not next-day. Barrier raised to qualification for consistency.

Entry Requirements

A relevant tertiary qualification or at least five years applicable experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required.

Further Comments

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement but they are limited.