Roles and missions of audiovisual producers
Audiovisual producers are professionals whose mission is to produce audiovisual content. Their main responsibilities are varied and include: planning, organizing and monitoring all aspects of audiovisual production, including selecting and financing projects, managing budgets and deadlines, finding and hiring technical staff, planning and coordinating locations and equipment, managing studios and sets, preparing shooting plans and lighting, pre-production and post-production of projects, and purchasing equipment. Audiovisual producers also work closely with artists, executive producers, directors, editors and distributors to ensure the quality and consistency of projects. In addition, audiovisual producers must ensure that all plans are followed through, contracts honored, deadlines met and budgets maintained. Finally, they are responsible for protecting the interests of artists, producers and distributors, as well as ensuring that all technical and creative aspects are integrated coherently and efficiently.
Salary and career development for audiovisual producers
The salary of an audiovisual producer is highly variable, depending on experience, location and the projects they work on. In France, gross annual salaries for audiovisual producers can vary considerably depending on experience. Here's an overview:
0 to 2 years: from 24,000 to 32,000 euros
2 to 5 years: from 33,000 to 42,000 euros
5 to 10 years: from 43,000 to 52,000 euros
10 to 15 years: from 53,000 to 65,000 euros
Over 15 years: more than 65,000 euros
In the audiovisual world, there are many career prospects for producers. Here are five possible professions for those wishing to specialize in the sector:
Director
Production manager
Editor
Art director
Post-production manager
