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The role of Production Assistant is an ideal entry level position for those wanting to pursue a career in film and high-end television (HETV) drama production and is a central one within the production department, providing support to the producers, production managers and the wider production team.
This three day course will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to help you secure a role as a production assistant in drama / film and provide a clear understanding of the responsibilities of the job.
Delivered over Zoom, each session will be fully interactive and involve practical tasks and written exercises to give you hands on experience of the role, based on examples of best practice.
Who Is This Course For?
No previous experience in the film and tv industry is necessary and we actively encourage applicants from groups who are currently under represented in the film and television industries. Please see further details under 'Fees & Funding' below.
The course will cover:
• Indie Film / Studio Pictures / HETV – what does it all mean and what is the difference?
• Overview of crew roles
• The Production Team: roles and responsibilities
• Overview of the strategic thinking undertaken by the production team
• Breaking down a script and production planning
• How to read a Call Sheet
Please make an application.