Amateur

One of the most difficult, important and rewarding things a director has to do is find, recruit and work with talent.

Summer is a great time to use your camcorder, but there are several important things to consider when shooting during this sultry season.

Practical strategies for keeping your paid and unpaid volunteers happy under a rigorous schedule.

A handy guide to finding, auditioning and hiring the best performers for your next production.

Many actors, like pieces of clay, need to be molded and prodded into perfect form. Your job as director is to recognize actor shortcomings and decide what kind of intervention is necessary.

When directing amateurs, you use different techniques than when working with pros.