Keyword

Promptor

Script Promptor

5th standard pass. Basic literacy in reading, writing and communicating

Preferably prior experience in performing stunts

The tasks a Promptor is expected to perform include: Prompting actors who forget their lines in operatic productions by whispering to them from behind stage

Standing behind stage and follows script of performance closely Speaking cues and lines by whispering to actors when they forget their lines Directing actions of actors while prompting Substituting actors when necessary

Knowledge of the movie script and the process flow of the script

Knowledge on acting at small snippets if required

Knowledge on how to modulate voice

Knowledge on how to write scripts

Good comprehension skills

Good communication skills

Planning and organising skills

It is not a desk job

Work from home is not available

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available

Travelling is a part of this job role

The job does not involve team handling

Working hours

A Promptor generally works on call and on requirement for a particular film/scene

There is no regular shift job and work is as per the requirement

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?Maybe

The job is not hazardous in nature

Will be updated

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Industry Workforce DemandThe total current employment in the Media & Entertainment Industry is estimated at 4.6 lakh5, and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 13% to 7.5 lakh by 2017This growth is primarily driven by the Television sub-sector, which is expected to grow at a CAGR of 18% over the 5 year period, on the back of cable digitization and launch of new channels. These trends are expected to add close to 1.35 lakh people across various job roles. The film sector, with an expected growth of 12% over the 5 year period, is also expected to fuel workforce demand by ~88,000 employees. Demand from other sub-sectors is expected to be approximately 63,000 additional employees by 2017.

Film making companies

Movie staffing agencies

Maximum number of job openings are available in the metro and major cities