A Day In The Life
Visual and Performing Arts Field of Interest
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Talent Directors
Average
$60,490
ANNUAL
$29.08
HOURLY
Entry Level
$25,270
ANNUAL
$12.15
HOURLY
Mid Level
$50,500
ANNUAL
$24.28
HOURLY
Expert Level
$102,000
ANNUAL
$49.04
HOURLY
Supporting Programs
Talent Directors
Projected Jobs
Talent Directors
1,810
Projected job openings through 2030
Top Expected Tasks
Talent Directors
01
Audition and interview performers to match their attributes to specific roles or to increase the pool of available acting talent.
02
Prepare actors for auditions by providing scripts and information about roles and casting requirements.
03
Select performers for roles or submit lists of suitable performers to producers or directors for final selection.
04
Contact agents and actors to provide notification of audition and performance opportunities and to set up audition times.
05
Serve as liaisons between directors, actors, and agents.
06
Negotiate contract agreements with performers, with agents, or between performers and agents or production companies.
07
Arrange for or design screen tests or auditions for prospective performers.
08
Review performer information, such as photos, resumes, voice tapes, videos, and union membership, to decide whom to audition for parts.
09
Maintain talent files that include information such as performers' specialties, past performances, and availability.
10
Read scripts and confer with producers to determine the types and numbers of performers required for a given production.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Talent Directors
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Communications and Media
KNOWLEDGE
Personnel and Human Resources
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Judgment and Decision Making
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
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