Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Stage directors, or directors, bring theatrical productions to life. They take the words in scripts written by playwrights and help actors interpret them visually for the audience. They also oversee the design and production of the set, props, and costumes, either following descriptions in the script or creating their own vision for the play. They coordinate all creative aspects, including music, lighting, and other elements, and prepare shows for opening.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
NoneOutlook
About as Fast as the AveragePersonality Traits
Artistic
Creative
Organized
Career Ladder
Stage Director and Producer
Stage Director for First Class Production
Stage Director
Assistant Stage Director
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