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Director (Film, Television, Radio Or Stage)

ANZSCO 212312

Employed

2,400

Part-time share

29%

Female share

26%

Median age

40 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.

About this career

Directors (Film, Television, Radio or Stage) interpret and approve selection of scripts, and direct and instruct cast and crew during filming, recording or performance of productions.

What they typically do

  • 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, radio and stage productions.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
40.2%
VIC
29.7%
QLD
14.6%
WA
6.3%
SA
5.8%
TAS
1.7%
NT
0.8%
ACT
0.8%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Director (Film, Television, Radio Or Stage).