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Director (DIR)

Directs the production of a motion picture as the term "direct" is commonly used and understood in the motion picture industry and whatever is seen and heard in the finished product. The terms "Director" and "directing" include all related functions and activities required for translating and transferring the script, premise, and idea to the audio-visual images. The DIR's total function is unique and requires his/her participation in all creative phases of the motion picture-making process, including but not limited to all creative aspects of sound and picture.





The DIR works directly with all the creative elements of the motion picture and participates in moulding and integrating them into one cohesive dramatic and aesthetic whole.





Without limitation, among the duties which the Producer may assign to the DIR are:


(a) Participation in the surveying and approving of all locations and their use as they pertain to the directorial concept and need to the extent not already

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Second Unit Director (2UD)

Directs second unit photography as this term is used and commonly understood in the motion picture industry. A 2UD works under the supervision of the DIR and the Producer.

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Set Designer (SD)

 

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Associate Director (ASD)

 

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Production Manager (PM)

The PM, under the supervision of the Producer, is required to coordinate, facilitate and oversee the preparation of the production unit or units (to the extent herein provided) assigned to him/her, all off-set logistics, day-to-day production decisions, locations, budget schedules and personnel.

Without limitation, among the duties which the Producer must assign to the PM are the coordination of or participation in the following:

(a) Prepare script breakdown and preliminary shooting schedule.
(b) Prepare or coordinate the preparation of the budget.
(c) Coordinate preliminary search and survey of all locations and the completion of arrangements for same.
(d) Assist in the preparation of the production to ensure continuing efficiency.
(e) Coordinate completion of the Production Report for each day's work, showing work covered and the status of the production, and arrange for the distribution of that report in line with the Producer's requirements.
(f) Coordinate arrangements for the transportati

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Assistant Production Manager (APM)

Acts as an Assistant to the PM. Under no circumstances may an APM or UM work without the supervision of a PM, except in instances of second unit work performed at another location.

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Location Manager (LM)

Secures locations for the approval of the Producer in consultation with the DIR, PD and ART and to make all arrangements for same. Under no circumstances may an LM work without the supervision of a PM, except in the instance of initial location scouting.



Without limitation, among the duties which the Producer must assign to the LM are the coordination of or participation in the following:

(a) Locate sites, whether through file search or scouting.


(b) Contract property owners as an authorized functionary of the Producer.


(c) Negotiate property rental and use rates between owners and the production company.


(d) Obtain necessary permission or permits for location sites and location parking from appropriate government authorities.


(e) Maintain the negotiated condition and use of the location site in accordance with the rental contract or government permit.


(f) Contact appropriate area film office or council and maintaining a liaison with same during the course

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Assistant Location Manager (ALM)

Acts as an Assistant responsible to the LM. Under no circumstances may an ALM work without the supervision of a LM.

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Trainee Location Manager (TLM)

The Trainee Assistant Location Manager works under the supervision of the LM and the ALM. The TLM trains in the basics of locations and location management including, but not limited to: map preparation, location scouting, location PA supervision, neighbourhood letters, and assisting the LM and ALM in the running of the set, learning inventory control and the development of interaction skills with other departments and the general public.

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First Assistant Director (1AD)

Acts as the First Assistant to the DIR. S/he operates in cooperation with the DIR and the PM as the Producer's administrative consultant applying his/her artistic, technical and professional expertise as the on set expediter and is responsible for maintaining optimum coordination among crew categories and performers in order to maintain the pace required by the shooting schedule as set by the DIR.



The 1AD, alone or in conjunction with the PM, organizes pre-production, including organizing the crew, securing equipment, breaking down the script, preparing the stripboard and a shooting schedule. During production, s/he assists the DIR with respect to on-set production details, coordinates and supervises crew and cast activities and facilitates an organized flow of production activity.

Without limitation, among the duties which the Producer must assign to the 1AD are the coordination of or participation in the following:

(a) Prepare script breakdown and stripboard, listing probable requireme

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Second Assistant Director (2AD)

Acts as assistant to the 1AD and is responsible to him/her. Without limitation, among the duties which the Producer must assign the 2AD are the coordination of or participation in the following:

(a) Prepare the call sheets, handling extras' requisitions, and other required documents for approval by the 1AD, the PM, and the production office.

(b) Prepare the daily production report and end of day paper work.

(c) Distribute scripts and script changes (after shooting has started), and call sheets to cast and crew.

(d) Distribute, collect, and approve extra vouchers, and placing adjustments as directed by the 1AD on the vouchers.

(e) Communicate advance scheduling to cast and crew.

(f) Aid in the scouting, surveying and coordinating of locations.

(g) Facilitate transportation of equipment and personnel.

(h) May secure execution of minor cast contracts, extra releases, and on occasion to secure execution of contracts by performers (this may also be delegated to the PM and 1AD).

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Third Assistant Director (3AD)

Acts as an assistant responsible to the 1AD with special emphasis on floor and set duties.

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Trainee Assistant Director (TAD)

A candidate who has entered the Assistant Director Department to be trained as an Assistant Director. The work functions of a TAD shall be such as assigned to him/her and performed under the immediate coordination, direction, and supervision of the 1AD.

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Production Coordinator (PC)

Without limitation, among the duties which are assigned to the PC are the coordination of or participation in the following:

(a) Set up and close down the Production Office including ordering furniture, equipment and supplies.
(b) Prepare and distribute shooting schedules, crew and cast lists, call sheets, production reports, movement orders and distribute scripts and script revisions.
(c) Coordinate all travel, accommodation, work permits, visas, medical examinations and immunizations for principal crew and cast to conform with Company insurance and foreign travel requirements.
(d) Order importing and exporting of equipment and book personnel as directed by the PM.
(e) Coordinate the pick-up and delivery of equipment and personnel in conjunction with the Driver Captain.
(f) Coordinate the shipment of film and sound tape to and from the laboratory and/or distant locations.

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Assistant Production Coordinator (APC)

The APC/PS acts as a general assistant to the PC. Without limitation, among the duties which the PC may assign to the APC/PS are the supervision of or participation in typing, filing, answering the telephone and related duties in maintaining an organized Production Office. Under no circumstances may an APC/PS work without the supervision of a PC.

Note: APC candidates for the Atlantic Regional Council and Alberta District Council have separate job category duties from the PS, the main difference being that an APC has a supervisory role over the PS. Their responsibilities and rate structures vary as well. Please contact your relevant District Council for further details.

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Trainee Production Coordinator (TPC)

 

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Production Designer (PD)

The PD is engaged when the scale of or the approach to the production requires special coordination between several departments, which may include, but is not limited to the Art Dept., Set Dressings, Prop, Wardrobe, Hair and Make-up, Camera, Lighting, Staging and Editing, Special Effects, Locations and Accounting.

A PD is responsible for the generation of set design sketches and renderings; location selections and treatments; and design concepts relating to set decoration, properties, special effects, lighting, costuming, make-up and hair. The PD collaborates with the Producer, DIR and the Director of Photography to realize these elements on film. S/he works with the DIR and the Director of Photography in the determination of key shots and in conjunction with the Producer and the DIR, a PD establishes production budgets and schedules. Working through the ART and the applicable department heads, a PD achieves the style of a motion picture production.

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Art Director (ART)

Coordinates the preparation and execution of all the visual elements of the production including, without limitation: the design and preparation of drawings and sketches for all sets and shooting locations, construction and set decoration; and the design approach on all set decoration, properties, special effects, lighting, costuming, make-up and hair.

An ART is responsible for administration of the budget for the Art Department and for the preparation of the script breakdown. An ART working under a PD functions as the PD's representative on set, in the wardrobe and make-up departments, and in the construction workshop and makes decisions based on the PD's information and works under the supervision of the PD. In such circumstances, an ART may perform the work functions of an SD. If the ART is Head of the Art Dept., that is, no PD has been engaged by the Producer, the ART as Head of the Art Department also fulfills the work functions of a PD.

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First Assistant Art Director (1AR)

The 1AR performs those duties delegated to him/her by the ART. The 1AR/SD may function as the ART's representative on set, in the wardrobe and make-up departments, and in the construction shop and makes decisions based on the ART's information. A 1AR/SD is in charge of the drawing functions of the Art Department S/he is an experienced draftsperson and/or graphic artist who is familiar with Art Department budgeting and workflow.

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Second Assistant Art Director (2AR)

Performs those duties delegated to him/her by the ART and/or by the 1AR/SD. Without limitation, a 2AR may be assigned duties which include drafting, drawing floor-plans, or measuring, surveying and/or photographing locations, doing graphics and assembling visual research materials.

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Art Department Coordinator (ADC)

Without limitation, among the duties which are assigned to the ADC are the coordination of or participation in the following:
(a) Set up and close down the Art Department Office.
(b) Assisting the ART/PD/SD with research.
(c) Coordination of supplies for the department.

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Art Department Apprentice (ADA)

Acts as a general assistant to the Art Department while being provided with training.

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Production Accountant (AUD)

Responsible for the Accounting Department and its costing of the production, the supervising of the Assistant Accountants, daily or weekly cost reporting, and all formal communication with the studio and/or producers.

Duties include but are not limited to a thorough working knowledge of industry specific production requirements, accounts payable, petty cash, journals, account books to Trial Balance, cost reporting, hot costs, budgeting, cash flows, production schedules and reports, tax considerations, financial structures, reporting requirements for all available tax incentive regimes, and studio and government audit requirements.

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First Assistant Accountant (1AA)

The duties of the First Assistant Accountant (General), as delegated by the Production Accountant, shall include but are not limited to a thorough working knowledge of production accounting software, Guild, Union and Government regulations required in the preparation of crew and cast payroll, reporting requirements for all available tax incentive regimes, and studio and government audit requirements, posting of all journals into the ledger, preparation of accounts to Trial Balance, accounts payable, petty cash, bank reconciliations and all record keeping and other related duties associated with day to day operations of Production Accounting. The duties of the First Assistant Accountant (Payroll) include but are not limited to the processing of the cast and crew payroll, and shall not preclude the necessity of fulfilling the requirements and qualifications of a First Assistant Accountant (General).

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Second Assistant Accountant (2AA)

This position may be filled in a large accounting department subject to the minimum crew requirements of any agreement.

The duties of the Second Assistant Accountant as delegated by the Production Accountant or First Assistant Accountant in consultation with the Production Accountant include but are not limited to data entry, preparation of accounts payable, invoices and purchase orders, petty cash, payroll calculation, and journals etc.

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Third Assistant Accountant (3AA)

The duties of the Third Accountant include but are not limited to data entry, processing of cheques, filing, auditing petty cash envelopes and other duties assigned by the Production Accountant. The position requires a working knowledge of production accounting software and general computer literacy. As well, a working knowledge of basic accounting procedures is a prerequisite.

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Accounting Clerk (AC)

The duties of the Third Accountant include but are not limited to data entry, processing of cheques, filing, auditing petty cash envelopes and other duties assigned by the Production Accountant. The position requires a working knowledge of production accounting software and general computer literacy. As well, a working knowledge of basic accounting procedures is a prerequisite.

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Trainee Assistant Accountant (AT)

The Accounting Trainee should not take the place of an Assistant or Clerk. There shall be no more than one (1) trainee per Clerk in the department at any time. The validity of the trainee shall be determined by the Employer, the Guild, and the Production Accountant. The trainee may work the length of production. The trainee's responsibilities may never match or exceed that of the Clerk or the Assistant.

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Picture Editor (PE)

Arranges a series of visual and aural images into proper sequence and story form.

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First Assistant Picture Editor (1PE)

Acts as an assistant to the Supervising PE or PE, or a group thereof. The work functions of a 1PE shall be such as assigned to him/her and performed under the immediate coordination, direction and/or supervision of the Editor s/he is engaged to assist.

Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, a 1PE shall be responsible for cutting room supervision; picture assembly; contact with labs and optical houses; and for the coordination, direction and/or supervision of 2PEs and TAEs. In connection with video or electronic media, a 1PE may also perform any or all work functions of a 2PE. A 1PE shall not edit and/or cut the visual elements of the motion picture into proper sequence and story form except under the immediate direction and/or supervision of the Editor s/he is engaged to assist.

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Assistant Picture Editor Upgrade (APE 11.35c)

Acts as an assistant to the 1PE. The work functions of a APE shall be such as assigned to him/her and performed under the immediate coordination, direction and/or supervision of the 1PE s/he is engaged to assist.

Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, a APE shall be responsible for synchronizing dailies, organizing edge-coding, logging and breakdown of dailies, and for filing of trims. A APE shall not perform any of the work functions of a 1PE except under the immediate coordination, direction and/or supervision of the 1PE s/he is engaged to assist.

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Trainee Assistant Sound Editor (TSE)

A candidate who has entered theSound Editing Department to be trained as an Assistant Editor. The work functions of a TSE shall be such as assigned to him/her and performed under the immediate coordination, direction, and supervision of the 1SE.

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Production Assistant (PA)

An Office/On Set/Location PA acts as a general assistant responsible to the PM, 1AD, 1PE, or LM.

Without limitation, among the duties which the PM, 1AD, 1PE, or LM assigns to the PA are acting as set runners and performing crowd and traffic control except where this work is customarily performed by police officers or by security personnel of a facility at which the photography takes place and which requires security personnel under its location agreement; location maintenance; perform preliminary scouting and check the availability and cost of locations, if minimal.

Office PA duties include: arranging meetings, lunches, dinners, hotel, travel and transportation reservations, assist in standard office functions, including filing, telephone answering, photocopying and distribution of production paperwork.

Art Department PA duties are the same as an Art Department Apprentice (ADA) for those Districts which do not have an ADA program in place. Please contact your District Council for details.

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Commercial Editor (CE)

Arranges a series of visual and aural images into proper sequence and form.

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Dialogue Editor (DE)

Responsible, without limitation, for any or all of the following work functions:

(a) splitting and assembling of edited original soundtrack for the purposes of re-recording;

(b) augmenting original recorded soundtracks with appropriate extensions and inserts to ensure that background sound is continuous and even;

(c) selecting and fitting alternate sections from original recorded soundtracks for the purpose of enhancing the performance and effectiveness of the final dialogue soundtrack;

(d) fitting location wild track sound in order to minimize addition of post-synchronized dialogue.

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Documentary Assistant Editor (DAE)

Acts as an assistant to the DE. The work functions of a DAE shall be such as assigned to him/her and performed under the immediate coordination, direction and/or supervision of the Editor s/he is engaged to assist.

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Documentary Editor (DE)

Arranges a series of visual and aural images into proper sequence and story form.

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First Assistant Sound Editor (1SE)

Acts as an assistant to the Supervising SE or SE, or a group thereof. The work functions of a 1SE shall be such as assigned to him/her and performed under the immediate coordination, direction and/or supervision of the Editor s/he is engaged to assist.

Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, a 1SE shall be responsible for assembly of sound tracks for re-recording; contact with labs and re-recording studios; and for the coordination, direction and/or supervision of 2SEs and TAEs. In connection with video or electronic media, a 1SE may also perform any or all work functions of a 2SE. A 1SE shall not synchronize sound, dialogue or post-synchronized dialogue, sound effects, foley tracks or music tracks, of any nature, for the purpose of re-recording except under the immediate coordination, direction and/or supervision of the Editor s/he is engaged to assist.

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Foley Editor (FE)

Responsible for the preparation, creation, recording and synchronization of all post-synchronized sound effects for the purpose of re-recording.

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Graphic Designer (SD)

 

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Location Scout (LS)

 

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Music Editor (ME)

Responsible for the preparation of the materials for the purpose of music recording and the synchronization and assembly of music tracks for the purpose of re-recording.

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Post Production Accountant (PPA)

The Post Production Accountant is responsible for the coordination, supervision, and operation of the accounting department after principal photography has been completed.

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Post Production Coordinator (PPC)

Coordinates the entire post production process on a motion picture.

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Post Production Supervisor (PPS)

Supervises the entire post production process on a motion picture.

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Post-sync Dialogue Editor (PDE)

Also known as Loop Editor, Dubbing Editor or ADR Editor, is responsible for the preparation, recording and synchronization of post-synchronized dialogue replacement and/or additional dialogue for the purpose of re-recording.

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Production Secretary (PS)

 

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Second Assistant Sound Editor (2SE)

Acts as an assistant to the 1SE. The work functions of a 2SE shall be such as assigned to him/her and performed under the immediate coordination, direction and/or supervision of the 1SE s/he is engaged to assist. A 2SE shall not perform any of the work functions of a 1SE except under the immediate coordination, direction and/or supervision of the 1SE s/he is engaged to assist.

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Set Designer (SD)

 

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Sound Editor (SE)

Responsible for the coordination, creation and making of sound effects, the synchronization and assembly of sound effects tracks and the preparation of dialogue tracks for the purpose of re-recording, including the synchronization of post-synchronized dialogue tracks to visual action.

The work functions of a SE shall be deemed to include, without limitation, any and all work functions of a Dialogue Editor, Post-Synch Dialogue Editor, Effects Editor, Music Editor and/or Foley Editor.

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Supervising Picture Editor (SPE)

Responsible for the preparation and organization of all post production visual elements of the motion picture. The SPE shall consult and collaborate with the Head of the Sound Editing Department through to the delivery of the final product. The SPE shall consult with and collaborate with the Producer for the purpose of achieving an efficient, effective and economical Picture editing of the motion picture.

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Supervising Sound Editor (SSE)

Responsible for the preparation and organization of all sound elements of the motion picture. The SSE shall consult and collaborate with the Producer for the purpose of achieving an efficient, effective and economical Sound editing of the motion picture. A SSE may perform any of the work functions of an SE including, without limitation, those of a Dialogue Editor (Ed.), Post-Synch Dialogue Editor, Effects Editor, Music Editor and/or Foley Editor.

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Technical Coordinator (TC)

Assists the Director on a multi-camera television motion picture photographed continuously before a live audience or as though a live audience were present, in planning the placement and movement of each camera, with the responsibility of coordinating the execution of placement and movement of each camera.

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Third Assistant Art Director (3AR)

Acts as a general assistant to the Art Department to perform those duties delegated to him/her by the ART and/or by the 1AR/SD and/or by the 2AR.

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Unit Manager (UM)

 

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