Roles and Jobs In TV Dramas

Many think that making TV drama may only involve a few directors and a handful of actors. However most are unaware of the many different roles that go on behind the scenes of many of the nations most loved drama. Obviously the roles of the actors (The people whoa re shown on TV as the characters of the drama)  and directors (the people who decide different screen shots, placings and expression)  are vital in making a successful drama. However this success would not be possible without the hard work with other members of he crew.
Many other types of jobs include:

• Writers- They write the script and make up the storyline or plot of the episode
• Stylist/make up artists- they are responsible for the outfits and look of the characters. this role is more crutial then meets the eye as many people judge characters on style alone, therefore the directors/writers need to feedback to the stylists explaining how they want the character to come across.
• Lighting director- Designs the lighting for multi camera televison productions
• Foley Artist- responsible for recreating everyday life sounds in films or TV drama
• Art directors- They build needed sets, and coordinate camera angles and lighting with the director and lighting director
• Production Manger- hires the crew and handles budgets and insurance as well as eveyones pay
• Sound engineer/boom operators- they are responsible for recording the audio and dialogue
• Script supervisors- ensure script continuity
• Art department assistance- handles props
• Production assistants- run errands, control traffic, keep the set tidy and help in any other way until the job is done

There are many other jons involved in media, but these are some of the key ones.