FVT2613 Assistant Directing

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This course is open for 8 weeks
36 lesson series
Certificate of completion
11 hours, 41 minutes of video

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The lessons

Basic Production Techniques
Learn the basics of on-set production and get the quality footage you want on set.

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Realities of the Industry
The entertainment industry does a great job of creating an illusion of how it operates, but how does it really work? Learn from top Hollywood filmmakers what really goes on behind the scenes, and how that impacts your career.

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Careers in Filmmaking
Learn what opportunities exist for a career in the film industry, how to choose the right one, and the best way to prepare for a long, successful career.

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Working Freelance
Learn the realities of working in a freelance-based industry, and how to survive.

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Making Money as a Filmmaker
Learn how to make a living in film production, manage your money, and prepare for the ups and downs of the freelance world.

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The Art of Networking
Like they say, it's all who you know... and they're right. In this module, learn the art of networking, meeting people, and navigating the trecherous waters of Hollywood.

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Moving to Los Angeles
Thinking about moving to LA? Learn how to best prepare and hit the ground running in the second largest city in the United States.

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How to Survive in Hollywood
Emmy-winning Executive Producer Steve Skrovan shares tips and tricks to surviving and keeping your career alive in Hollywood

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Advice from the Pros
Dozens of successful Hollywood filmmakers share their secrets, tips, and advice on how to make it in the most competitive industry in the world.

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Beginning Pre-Production
Once the script is complete, learn the overview of the process of prepping the project to go to camera.

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Breaking Down the Script
Learn to properly break down the script, line the script, techniques for breaking down each scene, how to use scene breakdown forms, and how assistant directors and line producers should manage the breakdowns from other departments on the project.

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Scheduling the Production
Learn to determine the number of shooting days needed to shoot your film, how to determine the shooting order, manage day and night shoots, account for turnaround time, and the benefits of shooting consecutive shooting days.

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Scheduling the Day
Learn how to schedule company moves, meal breaks, learn the productivity arc of a shooting crew, how to work with the director’ shot list, skills for managing a shoot running over schedule, how to generate a one-line schedule, and how to create call sheets.

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Location Scouting
Learn how to scout locations and work with local resources to find the best possible environment for your movie

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Shooting on the Studio Backlot
Learn about the resources and exterior sets available at the major studios in Los Angeles.

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Location Tech Scouting
Learn how to properly scout a location, what to look for and how to prep it for your shoot.

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Community Relations
Learn how to professionally integrate a film production into a community

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Crew Structures
Learn the various types of crews and the positions usually hired for small, medium, and large productions.

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How to Find a Crew
Learn how to find your crew, regardless of how big or small your budget may be.

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The Line Producer
Learn the duties and responsibiltiies of the line producer, both on and off the set.

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The Unit Production Manager
Learn the duties and responsibilities of the Unit Production Manager, both on and off the screen.

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Production Coordinator
Learn the duties and responsibilities of the Production Coordinator both on and off the set.

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1st Assistant Director
Learn the job responsibilities of the 1st Assistant Director.

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2nd Assistant Director
Learn about the responsibilites of the 2nd Assistant Director in pre-production and on set.

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2nd 2nd Assistant Director
Learn the duties and responsibilities of the 2nd 2nd assistant director in pre-production and on set

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Production Assistants
Learn the duties, responsibilities, and expectations of production assistants on set.

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A Day On Set
Learn what happens on a typical shooting day on a movie set.

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Proper Set Etiquette and Behavior
Learn the unspoken rules of how to behave on a movie set.

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Working with Difficult Personalities
Hollywood verteran Casey Slade has worked with everyone from A-list celebrities to new filmmakers, and shares some keen insight on how to deal with egos in the film industry.

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Walkie Talkie Etiquette
Learn how to properly use walkie talkies on set.

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The Attitude of Safety
Learn how human behavior can impact safety on set.

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On Location Safety
Learn to identify and address safety concerns when shooting on location

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Vehicle and Roadway Safety
Learn industry-standard safety practices for working around vehicles and roadways

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Shooting Moving Vehicles
Learn industry-standard techniques for shooting moving vehicles

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Weapon Safety
Learn industry standard practices for using weapons on set

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Environmental Safety
Learn industry-standard techniques for working in various environments

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