Step into the world of short films and learn what it takes to bring a story from concept to the screen.
This practical course introduces you to the collaborative process behind filmmaking. Explore important crew roles, learn to maintain production schedules, and plan and shoot a short film.
Through hands-on exercises, you’ll gain valuable knowledge about real film set workflows and contributing effectively to a creative production team. From planning through to execution, you will work in groups, put your new skills into practice, and experience the dynamic journey from pre-production to post-production.
One-hour break 12:30 – 1:30PM
Gain insight into the responsibilities of key crew members, including: First assistant director (1st AD) | Director of photography (DOP) | Production designer | Gaffer | Grip
Script development | Shot lists | Floor plans | Crew allocations
Camera and lighting setups | Film coverage and shot planning | On-set communication
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