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The Importance of the Showrunner in Series Production
Many people often have questions about what a showrunner is and what they do.
This term originates from the USA’s television industry. Perhaps due to the gradual crossover of markets, and the various uses that have attached themselves to the title, it’s common to find disagreements in the audiovisual sector of what a showrunner actually is.
In this post we’ll delve into the profession from the perspective of international filmmaker, showrunner, director, and screenwriter Paco Cabezas.
- Definition
- Functions of the showrunner
- Working with them
- Paco Cabezas’ experience
1. Definition
In short, a showrunner is completely responsible for the production of a series, from the writing phase, to the final cut of the montage and the moment of its launch. The showrunner is a figure with both creative and executive power, who leads the project through a successful production.
2. Functions of the showrunner
What is the difference between a showrunner and an executive producer with maximum responsibility? Don’t they essentially perform an identical role?
