Film Production in the real world

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Course Two Has Five Modules

• How to Navigate

• Be Prepared

• The Set vs. Location Part I

• The Set vs. Location Part II

• Communicating

Course Two - Module 1

How To Navigate: Dig deeper into what you will face and what you need to make it in the biz.

Lesson One: Build Your Strengths

education • hierarchy • level

Lesson Two: Life’s Not Fair

what to expect • how to deal • options

Lesson Three: Finding Good Mentors

identify • research • cultivate

Course Two - Module 2

Be Prepared: Make sure you are prepared for the job ahead and that you know what to expect.

Lesson One: Be Prepared

prep • potential problems • expectations

Lesson Two: What Can You Bring?

prep • packing • organization

Lesson Three: Production Office Etiquette

environments • tight spaces • intensity

• What to Take to the Job

Course Two - Module 3

The Set Vs A Location Part I: Module 3 takes you on the exciting journey of what’s it like to be on location.

Lesson One: Being On Location

overview • basecamp • location jobs

Lesson Two: Permits And Insurance

process • rules • risks

Lesson Three: Approaching The Job

set parking • navigation • etiquette

• Sample Neighborhood Flyer

Course Two - Module 4

The Set Vs A Location Part II: Module 4 continues with the crazy things that can happen on location.

Lesson One: What Is Lockdown? Crowd Control

filming in public • proper crowd control • what not to do

Lesson Two: Remember, It’s The Real World

unpredictability • safety • awareness

Lesson Three: Sound vs. No Sound

terms • challenges • PA’s and sound

Course Two - Module 5

Communicating: Communication is so important - on every film set.

Lesson One: Being A Good Communicator

team sport • opinions • chain of command

Lesson Two: Three Kinds Of Listening

passive • active • standing by

Lesson Three: Secret Tips

insider tips • initiative • how to stand out