Pre-Production: Role of a Producer

As I am producing our major project throughout the entire year, it is important that I understand exactly what the role entails and what is required of me to be a producer. 

 I have researched into the role through a trusted website called 'creative skill set' which specialises in developing the screen-based arts skills and knowledge.  When researching the role of a producer, Series Producer at Tiger Aspect Tom Beattie, defines what a Producer is:
  • A Producer oversees the development of everything
  • They are in control of creating schedules and budgets
  • They have to work with a variety of people
  • They choose the best things for the end result
  • They are responsible for all aspects of production
  • They Bring together and approve the whole production team
  • They are accountable for the success of the finished programme or film
  • They raise the development of financing and supervise the development process
  • They approve locations, final shooting script, production schedule and budget
  • During production, they are responsible for the day - to - day smooth running of the production team
  • They are in constant communication with the Director and other creatives 
  • They approve all script changes and cost reports
  • They are the point of contact for all production partners, investors and distributors
  • During post - production, they liaise with the Director and Editors to ensure everything is as it should be
  • They deal with finance, distribution and marketing 
  • They have a legal obligation under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to prepare appropriate health and safety procedures

 To be a Producer, you must have:
  • Good Business sense
  • An understanding of finance
  • Creative Vision
  • Be self motivated
  • Be able to motivate others
  • Be a problem solver
  • Understand the creative process of filmmaking
  • Secure the finance
  • Prepare and control the production budget
  • Work well under pressure
  • Motivate the production team
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and codes of practice
  • Understand the relevant Health and Safety Procedures

 There are many things on this list that I already have the confidence to undertake however there are a few that I am unsure of.  As the Producer it is my job to work out how to become knowledgeable in the areas that I am not confident of and put them into practice for the remainder of the year. Below is what I am not confident on and how I will achieve this: 
  • I am unsure of how to secure finance and understand how budgeting can be used effectively as there is no room for mistakes when it comes to dealing with money.  To tackle this problem I will research into financing and also ask Production Managers the best way to budget and stick to it.  
  • I will email a Producer that I met on my placement with TwentyTwenty and get her advice on how to motivate others as well as myself so that I can draw on her experiences and make sure that I do the best job I can for my production team. 
  • I will also research into the Laws and Regulations of the health and safety act to ensure that the production remains within the legal boundaries and we are covered in everyday possible if there was to be an accident. 

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