SCREENWRITING A-Z-From dream to reality, script to screen.  Characters, dialogue, flow, emotional tides.  Screenplay readings, marketing to Hollywood or Indiewood.

 

CINEMATIC STORYTELLING-Finally, a real look at the difference in 'shooting a movie' vs 'visually telling a story'.  What makes one engaging and the other boring?  No holds barred, this class is not for the faint of heart.  Truth hurts.

 

MARKETING 101-How to bring attention to you and your project in a few easy steps.

 

PRODUCTION MANAGMENT-How to set up and operate an independent production company on and off the set.

 

SPECIAL EFFECTS MAKE UP- Bloodworks, scars, aging,bruises and disfigurement.

 

DIGITAL CINEMATOGRAPHY 101-Everything you need to know about lighting for digital cameras vs film cameras.  Chroma keys(shooting with green & blue screens) Professional vs amateur looks.  What is a "Film Look" and how to get it.

 

LOCATION SCOUTING 101-Not all locations are suitable for shooting your picture.  Some key aspects to consider and how to prepare location releases.

 

PRODUCING 101-The basics of script breakdown, budgeting and projecting costs.  Basics of asking for money to make your movie. Sources for finding monies.  Preparing a Movie-Biz Plan for Production.

 

DIRECTING ACTORS FOR MOVIES- Learn how to use the best verbal commands for getting the best results from actors.  No shouting or abusing the actors, please.

 

ACTING FOR MOTION PICTURES-Say it Slow, move closer, speak lower.  How to control your face for the camera and get more close ups.  Everything you need to master to be a sought-after actor/actress.  Acting secrets that will help you to win more speaking roles.

 

LEGAL ISSUES FOR THE INDEPENDENT FILMMAKER-Releases, licenses, contracts.  What you need to protect yourself and others when making your movie.

 

EDITING 101- More than a 'cut and paste' job.  This is the most crucial step in bringing your movie to the screen.  Basics of movie-making in the editing studio.

 

DOCUMENTARY-MAKING-Want to document history?  Re-tell the past?  You'll need to know the 10 basic rules for making a documentary movie.

 

EVENT SHOOTS 101- Want to shoot weddings, graduations, baby showers, business meetings, seminars, concerts.  These tools will help you to be prepared and be effecient.

 

PRODUCTION ASSISTING ON MOTION PICTURE SETS-Want to get a taste of various hats worn on the motion picture set?  This short course will prepare you to contibute valuable assistance on any set at a moments notice.  We will de-mystify and clarify what is meant by  being a PA.

 

ROLE OF THE GAFFER, GRIP & BEST BOY- The most needed jobs on the set to help the camera crew accomplish their mission.  Learn the ins and outs of what is expected if you want to participate in any or all of these positions.

 

CAPTURING GOOD SOUND FOR MOVIES-Learn which mics will give you the best sound under which conditions.  Don't leave the sound to chance unless you have the resources to re-do it all in the studio.