This is a tough brief. There was a lot to deal with, so Martin will have to use all of his Key Skills to succeed. Communication skills are vital in this job. However, you're also going to be dealing with budgets, so number skills are just as important.

The Main Key Skills

Communication:
In this job, you need to be a good communicator. You will need to be able to communicate your ideas clearly to the rest of your team and give good direction. You'll also be dealing with people from all backgrounds, from the general public to experts.

Martin had to find a great deal of information in a short time. Some people hate using the phone and prefer email but, for quick initial queries, it's sometimes better to talk to someone. If you can't get hold of people, you need to be able to leave good clear voice messages.

A successful film is all about being able to research and come up with good ideas. You need to be creative and know how to write for your audience. Script writing is tough and even the most experienced people find it difficult at times. Being able to take good notes is important when you're researching, interviewing and filming.

Number:
Number skills are important when it comes to keeping track of budgets. Martin had a relaxed attitude to this, but he did keep all his receipts. He was able to keep track of every singe cost and come in exactly to budget.

IT:
Martin found he had to use the Internet to research the top five toys. He was comfortable doing this and managed to find all the information he needed.

Word processing is also vital for writing scripts and preparing schedules. It's going to help your communication if you know how to send emails. Martin used an Excel spreadsheet to detail and calculate all the costs involved in making his film.