Producers also coordinate the activities of writers, directors, managers, and other personnel. Producers must have a working knowledge of new technologies as they relate to creating special effects. Working Conditions Acting demands patience and total commitment, because there are often rejections when auditioning for work and long periods of unemployment between jobs. Coupled with the heat of stage or studio lights and heavy costumes, these factors require stamina. Evening work is a regular part of a stage actor's life as several performances are often held on one day.
Flawless performances require tedious memorizing of lines and repetitive rehearsals.
On television, actors must deliver a good performance with very little preparation. Actors working on Broadway productions often work long hours during rehearsals. However, once the show opens, they have more regular hours, working about 30 hours a week. Directors and producers often work under stress as they try to meet schedules, stay within budgets, and resolve personnel problems while putting together a production. Directors must be aware of union rules and how they effect production schedules.