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This practical course will help you better understand where the Camera Assistant’s role fits into the wider Film and TV crew.
It is ideal for junior employees and freelancers working in the Film and TV industries and those wanting to get a foothold on the first rung of the career ladder.
*If you are booking travel and accommodation to attend this course, please contact us in advance to advise us, and book flexibly where possible as we are unable to cover the cost of additional expenses in the event of a course cancellation.*
Previous course participants have said:
'Simon has so much practical industry experience and he passed us an astonishing amount of info. I really enjoyed being able to get to grips with the Arri cameras as they are large and quite intimidating, but I felt I understood the process of using them much better at the end of the course.'
'As a result of this course, I learned more about the career paths possible through the camera department and ways to progress my career into my desired path. I also got the opportunity to experience a number of roles within camera that I hadn't had the chance to before, such as focus pulling.'
Through practical exercises you will gain experience working with actors, industry professionals and understand the equipment, processes and practices involved in assisting the camera team.
The course covers:
- An overview of the camera department and roles within it
- Industry standard camera equipment and accessories
- Identifying kit required for a project
- Checking and testing equipment
- Setting up equipment for a shoot, including practical drama exercises with actors
- Reviewing rushes
- The Camera Assistant's equipment list
- The impact of COVID-19 on camera department operations
Freelance Rate: £
Corporate Rate: £
Bursaries, supported by Screen Scotland, to contribute to the costs of attending this course may be available to those who are eligible. Please read the bursary guidelines which are published below first to check if you are eligible. If you are eligible, please indicate if you are also applying for a bursary or not.
Please apply as far in advance of the course date as possible to give yourself the best chance of securing a supported place, as we may not be able to accommodate all applications.
Your bursary application and supporting documents should be sent to scotland@nfts.co.uk after submitting this application form. Please submit your bursary application within 24 hours to ensure your course place is reserved while your bursary application is processed – otherwise we may be required to release it to another applicant. Your bursary documents are reviewed by a panel and we aim to be in touch as soon as possible with an outcome for you.
NFTS Scotland Bursary Guidelines
NFTS Scotland Bursary Application Form
If you are not eligible for an NFTS Scotland bursary, please read our Alternative Funding Avenues document, which points you in the direction of a few other places which may be able to help. Please submit your application in plenty of time as timescales for funders differ.
This course is not currently open for applications.
Please join our mailing list to receive updates as they become available, or email scotland@nfts.co.uk to register your interest.