Directors

(NOC 5131)
+12.42%
 

What do Directors do?

Directors interpret scripts, select casts and direct performers and other aspects of productions.

How to become: Directors

In general, you usually need a university degree, college diploma or other post-secondary specialized training in your area of work.

You may need experience and to be able to demonstrate directing, creative or performing skills.

You may need membership in a related guild or union.

Many recent entrants have an undergraduate university degree, and almost 1 in 10 has a graduate degree.

They may require experience and be able to demonstrate directing, creative or performing skills.

Where to study for a career as: Directors

University of the Highlands and Islands
Multi-campus, Scotland, GB

Related Program(s):
Theatre Industry Practice BA (Hons) Bachelor
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Tyndale University
Toronto, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Media Arts - Production Bachelor; Honours
Media Arts - Production Bachelor
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Yorkville University - Ontario Campus
Concord, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Bachelor of Creative Arts - Toronto Bachelor
Bachelor of Creative Arts - Online Bachelor; Online
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Durham College
Oshawa, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Film and Motion Design -- Media Fundamentals Diploma; Co-op
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York University
Toronto, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Drama & Creative Arts / Théâtre et arts visuels Bachelor; Honours
Cinema & Media Arts Bachelor
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Emily Carr University of Art + Design
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA

Related Program(s):
Film + Screen Arts (Bachelor of Media Arts) Bachelor
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Modified on January 26, 2022

How much do Directors make?

Low:
$36,400
Average:
$65,333
High:
$98,010

Job openings for Directors

Job Seekers:
11,500
Job Openings:
11,400