TASK 7: Role Allocation

As shown in the opening credits, there are several key roles in the making of a film. These include:

Role Of A Screenwriter
All films start with an idea, which the writer has and writes a script based on. Sometimes, the film will be based on an existing book/comic/true story, in which case it is the screenwriter's job to adapt it to film. Writing a screenplay involves dialogue, directions and character development. Screenwriters can also do 'script doctoring', which means to edit a script in order to better suit the requirements of the directors or studio.

Responsibility Of A Composer
The composer scores music to accompany a film. This means they compose pieces of music to be played as an underscore in the film. The composer meets with the director and others to decide what score would work best, then composes this and gives this to the musicians to perform. Composers can also be involved in the production of other audio from the film, such as sound effects, which can be reproduced in a recording studio to give a better effect than on set.

Role Of A Camera-Person
The camera person of a film is in charge of operating the camera(s). The leading camera person is often called the cinematographer and they collaborate with directors, producers, cast and other crew to visually display the director's image of the film. Camera operators have to be skilled in framing shots and using equipment such as lenses and camera cranes.

Role Of The Head Of Casting
The head of casting of a film is in charge of finding and choosing the actors to portray all of the characters in the film. This involves arranging and conducting auditions, casting the actors and finding extras. As with the writer, composer and camera crew, the head of casting must work closely with the directors and producers to understand their requirements for each role.

Responsibility Of A Producer
Producers have a variety of roles, which often change depending on the film's circumstances and budget. They generally manage the production of the film, such as by selecting scripts, organising finances and supervising the cast and crew. The producer has the final word on which scenes will be cut, as well as the film director. Often they are in charge of the selling and distribution rights of the film. Producers are involved in all the stages: development, pre-production, production and post-production.

Role Of The Director
The director is in charge of the artistic and dramatic aspects of the film, portraying their individual style. They are involved in casting, production design and other creative aspects of film making. Directors must be both organised - as they arrange several technical areas of production - and artistic - they require a talent for cinematography and creativity - in order to direct the film to portray their vision. Arguably, the director is the highest ranking position in the making of the film, other than the studio, and spends more time working on the film than anybody else.

Role Allocation In Our Film

Screenwriter: me as I also study English, so writing feels the most natural to me.
Producer: Zoe because she can take on a variety of roles to control the production of the film.
Director: me because I'm most familiar with the Rom-Com genre so feel I can portray the style and I'm very organised.
Camera Person: Liam as he is the most familiar with the equipment, such as the tripod
Editor: Liam since he enjoys editing and has more experience with it.