Roles within film making

Role allocation:

1. What might the role of a writer be?
The writer creates the foundation of what a film is to be. For without the writer there would be no story and without a story you can make a film. So arguably the writer is one of the most important roles when it comes to creating a film. Furthermore the difference between a good writer and a bad writer can make or break a film. This can be seen in our modern medium with "Jurassic world" being a prime example, with a budget of 150 million us dollars the film had solid and impressing visuals and overall was agreeably a well directed film. However due to a poor story from a slack in writing and or lack in writing skills resulted in a lot of viewers being disappointed as seen in negative reviews. So the role of the writer is really to make sure that when stripped down to a films core that there is a solid foundation and backbone of which the film can build its self from. Multiple screen writers can work on the same film and input from the Producer, Director and other roles also impact and change the writers original drafts to help accommodate their needs.


2. What is the responsibility of the composer?
The role of the composer is to bring together a set of instruments that will benefit and fit the atmosphere and tone a certain film is trying to create. Not only is it their job to select the right instruments but it is also their responsibility to bring them together and play smoothly with each other. The composer also has to meet with the director and movie producer when the film is finished being shot and moved on to the editing phase. This is to discuss what kind of music they want in the film. Sometime however the composer doesn't create original content, if a producer wants a pop song or song from another creator then it is the composers job to try and get the rights to be able to legally use the desired song in the film. Otherwise copyright lawsuits could be faced.


3. What might the role of the camera person be?
The role of the camera person is to capture what the director has envision. Usually the camera crew will read a script or screen directions of the film where details of which type of shots the director wants for each scene is given. Roles of the camera person also include being able to travel to different locations and even abroad due to the fact the films often have shoots on multiple locations. The are also in charge of packing up and deploying the film equipment as the director may wish for a sudden move or change in location. Understanding which angles and which distances they are shooting from is also a key role for a camera person. 


4. What would be the role of the head of casting?
Head casting are assigned with bring together the perfect set of actors to bring what the director wants to reality. Casting is very important, therefore the head casting are responsible for being very familiar with the script of the film, this is because understanding the characters in the story and knowing their characteristics is essential for being able to bring the characters to life. Different actors can play the same role very differently, so it should also be the role of head casting to be familiar with existing actors and their skills, this will make it easier for finding someone to be a perfect fit for a role in the film.   


5. Who is the producer of the film and what is their role?
The producer is the person who is 'pulling the strings' and is the person who ultimately decides whether or not they like or want to change the work that the roles of writer, composer and others have done. They have control across all areas of the production of the film. The general path that the film goes down is highly influenced by the produced. It is their role to assemble the team for production. Producers roles often are to mange and make sure every stage of production goes smoothly and as intended/hoped. Producers role are often knowing in their mind what their film is going to be about but hiring screenwriters to help expand and improve on these ideas. Producers also choose/approve where they want their films scene to take place in, so either on a set built from the ground up or in a specific environment or country and are responsible for the budget of the film and how it is spent.


6. What would be the role of a film director?
The role of the director is to bring the script from the screenwriters and music from the composers together to form the final product. They also influence how the film will be edited and are also in charge of filming technicalities such as stage lights, cameras and other such things. Although it is not exactly a requited role it helps if the director motivates the studio and inspires them to work hard to make a great film. Because if people arent motivated then the film will not have much effort, time and care put into it which will mean it will more than likely mean that the film wont be as good as it could have been. They must also be very aware of schedules and make sure that everything and everyone who is needed on a day of filming is there when needed.