My role as Arts director by Saqib Younis

Art Director 
Art Directors act as project managers for the biggest department on any film – the Art Department. They facilitate the Production Designer's creative vision for all the locations and sets that eventually give the film its unique visual identity. Art Directors are responsible for the Art Department budget and schedule of work, and help the Production Designer to maximize the money allocated to the department. Art Directors are usually requested by the Production Designer, and are responsible for the Assistant Art Director, the Draughtsman* (as many as 20 Draughtsmen may be employed on big budget films), the Art Department Assistant(s) and all Construction personnel. As Art Directors must find practical solutions to creative problems while simultaneously monitoring the budget, this is highly skilled work. Many Art Directors work on television drama and commercials, as well as on films. The hours are long and the job can involve long periods working away from home. Art Directors work on a freelance basis. However as this is only a A2 sixth form coursework project so some of the above do not apply to me for example the control of the budget as there is not really a budget. Also I won’t have to work away for long periods; however I will be overlooking the construction on the trailer and the shots which have been taken. Also on how the scene looks and if I think it fits the film. The key factor involved in this role is that
•a good eye for decoration and detail;
•ability to conceptualize ideas;
•ability to think visually;
•methodical approach to work;
•ability to lead a team;
•ability to see the broader picture and to co-ordinate effectively;
•diplomacy and sensitivity when working with artists and crew;
•knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Health and Safety legislation and procedures