Despite the 'director' tag, this is more of a logistical than an artistic role: the assistant director is primarily responsible for ensuring that everything runs smoothly during the shooting [..]

Carries out the director’s instructions and runs the set. The first A.D. is responsible for preparing the production schedule and script breakdown, making sure shooting stays on schedule and on budget. The second A.D. is responsible for distributing information and cast notifications, keeping track of hours worked by cast and crew, management of ex [..]

a film crew member whose job it is to manage the set protocols and keep the film shoot on schedule.

An assistant to the director, the first A.D. runs the set, plans the cost-efficient scheduling of locations and talent, schedules the days’ shooting and is responsible for carrying out the director’s [..]

Assists the director in planning the timeline and overseeing the day-to-day management of cast and crew.

Some directors have an assistant director. They work very closely with the director and assist in any way that is appropriate. Each director tends to use the role of assistant director differently, th [..]