Film Production is a group project, with many different roles working together to create the final product. Director, producer and cinematographer might be a students' goal but there are other positions just as vital that they might not have considered/that might be a stepping stone to their desired career.
Our Masterclasses are great if students are looking to include extra academic evidence on their personal statement application or are keen to prepare themselves for university discussion this coming September. Delivered by St Mary’s expert academic staff and supported by our current students, learners will have the opportunity to ask all the questions they need prior to attending or applying to university.
Lesser-known jobs in the film industry masterclass day
Film Production is a group project, with many different roles working together to create the final product. Director, producer and cinematographer might be a students’ goal but there are other positions just as vital that they might not have considered or that might be a stepping stone in their desired career.
The day is broken down into three hour and a half sessions.
Continuity/ Script Supervision – The role of a script supervisor makes sure that what is captured on set will fit together in the cutting room. Inconsistency in shots will distract viewers and make editing a natural and realistic scene almost impossible. In this session we will test your observation skills as we look at the role of a script supervisor and the importance of continuity in a Film or TV episode.
Location scouting – The location you chose to film in will give the audience more information on your characters, their lives and the narrative of your story. However it isn’t as simple as picking somewhere that will look good. We will look at the factors you should take into account when selecting a filming location like the area, facilities and external factors. We will take a walk around the Campus and look at the issues and benefits that might come from choosing specific locations.
Foley sound – Sound is arguably the most important element of any Film and is often overlooked by new filmmakers. For various reasons that we will look into not all sound can be collected on set, some sounds need to collected or created in postproduction. This session will focus on sound creation for film, specifically how to create sound that you can't pick up on set. The learners will work in small groups to create foley sound that could be placed into a film in postproduction.
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These day events usually run between 10:00 – 14:30, but we are more than happy to be flexible. They are suitable for post-16 learners and can be hosted at St Mary’s University all year round.
If you’d like to book a cohort or class to attend one of the below opportunities, please do reach out to us at [email protected].
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