For those who enjoy TV but are not satisfied with the current programming, this could be a catalyst for a career in TV production. TV production offers diverse positions and you can enjoy a comfortable living.  Here are a few of the positions you can obtain in the TV industry.

Production Assistant

This is an entry-level position for the college graduate seeking to get his feet wet in the field. You would be responsible for tasks such as answering phones, delivering mail and other items, conducting research, interviewing potential employees for certain TV projects, reading through and editing scripts, organizing files, and other duties as requested by the production coordinator. A production assistant can earn up to $550 a week and is generally an independent contractor although some assistants are hired directly by production companies.

TV Director

The TV director is the person who directs the production of a TV series. This includes planning the budget for the series and gathering the team needed for the series which includes scriptwriters, actors, production coordinators, cameramen, artists, musicians, and production assistants. The TV director chooses which persons will be the actors in a series and he determines the sound and visual effects. He works with the cinematographer to get the right angles for the shows. He also does post-production work.

Sound Engineers

These persons are also important in TV production. They monitor and at times edit the sound quality of TV programs so that when viewers watch the programs, they can hear them clearly without too much hassle. They also set up and use various types of equipment for the job such as microphones and control boards as well as audio software.

Scriptwriters

The scriptwriters are those who write a variety of scripts for TV programs. They work with the producers, actors and production coordinators to ensure that the TV program plots are well written and that they appeal to the audience. Most scriptwriters hold a bachelor’s degree in English or creative writing although some do not have a degree. Scriptwriters need to know how to make realistic characters come to life on screen and they need to know how to work by themselves and with others.