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FILMMAKING ESSENTIALS
FILMMAKING ESSENTIALS: 5 Days, 5 Skills
13 - 17th May, Mon-Fri
This course is perfect for beginners, or anyone new to filmmaking who would like to get an overall view of the process.
Taught by various tutors from different discliplines, the course will cover Screenwriting, Producing, Directing, Camera and Editing. Made up of introductory lessons and practical exercises, it is a perfect introduction to the world of Filmmaking.
Day 1 - Screenwriting with Cecilia McAllister
Starting with practical basics, day 1 of the course begins with the script. Students will learn the essential elements of storytelling, understanding film structure, narrative construction, character development, dialogue and visual elements. Script formatting and industry layouts will also be covered.
Day 2 - Directing with Simon Eustace
Day 2 is all about the director. The role of the director will be outlined from prep to post-production. Students will learn the importance of developing the visual concept and shooting styles. The day will also cover the director's responsibilities in working with other key crew such as Production Designer, DOP, costume designer, editor, casting director as well as the actors.
Day 3 - Production with Conor Barry
Day 3 will look at the role of the producer. Key aspects will include project development, scheduling, budgeting, selecting Heads of Department, co-ordinating contracts and releases, sales, marketing and distribution. The day will also cover film financing, with a particular focus on funding short films.
Day 4 - Camera & Sound with Aidan Maguire
Day 4 gets technical with a hands-on experience of filmmaking with the EX1 camera and sound recording equipment. Essentially a crash course in the area, students will learn a range of practical tips to give confidence in working with a range of digital filmmaking equipment.
Day 5 - Editing (tutor TBC)
The final day will look at post-production with a specific focus on editing. Students will be introduced to the art of editing and to the post-production workflow. Taking place in the Filmbase Multimedia room, students will work with FCP 7 & FCPX and will cut together a sequence with an experienced editor. Students will complete the course by learning how to output their edited work to DVD or the web.
For more info, please contact Training Manager Tristan Hutchinson on tristan@filmbase.ie
To book your place on this course, please contact Reception on 01 679 6716 and dial 0 or email reception@filmbase.ie
Cost: €460 members / €490 non-members
Membership: €65 Waged / €50 unwaged
Deposit: €100
Dates: 13 - 17th May, Mon-Fri
Times: 10am - 5.00pm
More Info: Email Training Manager Tristan Hutchinson on tristan@filmbase.ie
MAKE A SHORT FILM - Digital Filmmaking
Make a Short Film - Digital Filmmaking Course
NEXT COURSE: AUTUMN 2013
SPECIAL OFFER: EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT SAVE €100!
Run over 12 weekends, this hands on course will take you through the filmmaking process from script to screen, culminating in two groups shooting two short films.
With all tutors current film practitioners, this course has been designed to encourage and develop independent filmmaking. Ideal if you are looking for a way into the film industry or want to gain a better understanding of filmmaking - at the end of the course you will have a short film to use as part of a show reel for your Curriculum Vitae or film school.
Course Content Includes:
- Short Scriptwriting and Development
- Production
- Direction
- Camera & lighting
- Casting
- Location sound
- Continuity
- Theory of editing
- Art direction
- Assistant directing
- 3 day shoot with Camera & Sound Supervisers
- 3 day edit with an editor
- Professional Sound Mix
*PAY IN FULL BY 20TH DECEMBER AND RECEIVE €100 OFF!!**
The next course begins autumn 2013. To register your interest for this course, please contact Reception on 01 679 6716 and dial 0 or email info@filmbase.ie
For an outline, please email Training Manager Tristan Hutchinson on tristan@filmbase.ie
PLEASE NOTE: SOME EVENINGS ARE REQUIRED TOWARDS THE END OF THE COURSE
Cost:NOTE NEW REDUCED PRICE!! €1150 - Filmbase annual membership included! (Save up to €65)
Deposit: €500 (non-refundable)
SPECIAL OFFER: EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Pay in full before Date TBC and save €100!
Dates: AUTUMN 2013
Class Times: Sat: 10.30 - 5.00 / Sun: 11.00 - 5.30 / Evenings 7 - 10pm
More Info: Call Training Manager Tristan Hutchinson on 01 679 6716 or email tristan@filmbase.ie
Contact Training Manager Tristan Hutchinson for full course schedule tristan@filmbase.ie or book by calling 01 679 6716 and dial 0 for reception
Documentary Filmmaking
Documentary Filmmaking Course
AUTUMN COURSE STARTS SEPTEMBER 7TH
**PLEASE NOTE - THE COURSE TAKES PLACE EVERY SATURDAY 10.30-5PM, AND THURSDAY EVENING 7-10PM**
This popular weekend course, guided by Award-winning director Colm Quinn (Needle Exchange) and aimed at beginners, encourages students to write and present documentary proposals, develop and research ideas, produce, direct and interview. Other subjects taught on this course are digital camera skills, sound recording and advice on funding & markets.
Two proposals are selected to be made into short documentaries over a weekend.
COURSE MODULES
- Introduction to Documentary Filmmaking
- Writing proposals
- Researching
- Camera & lighting
- Location sound
- Producing
- Directing Documentary
- Scriptwriting for Documentary
- 2 day (weekend) shoot
- 3 day edit with a professional editor
AUTUMN COURSE STARTS SEPTEMBER 7TH! To book your place on the course, please call Filmbase Reception on 01 679 6716 and dial 0 or email info@filmbase.ie.
For a full outline with dates and course modules, please email Training Manager Tristan Hutchinson at tristan@filmbase.ie
Cost: €1000
Deposit: €500 (non-refundable)
Membership is included with this course!
Dates: September 7th - 20th October - 7 Saturday days and Thursday evenings
More Info: Call Training Manager Tristan Hutchinson on 01 679 6716 or email tristan@filmbase.ie
"'A fascinating insight into the world of documentary video production. Stimulating - Made me want to start on my own projects straightaway."
- Peter Thursfield
Photojournalist; former picture editor, Irish Times
"I found the Documentary Course to be really rewarding, challenging and inspiring. The training at Filmbase covers so many aspects of film-making. The staff at Filmbase are really encouraging and supportive while being really hands on and practical. Well done for setting up a complete documentary course that allows new filmmakers to experiment and find a voice."
- Kathy Scott
Arts and Entertainment PR Officer
BOOKING INFORMATION
Payment/Booking:
To book a place on any of these courses please contact Filmbase reception in person or call on 01 679 6716. Filmbase Reception opening hours 9.30am - 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.
VISA, MasterCard, Laser, company or personal cheque, cash (all in Euros) are all acceptable terms of payment.
Course Cancellation Policy:
If notice is received at least (i) 14 days in advance of the class, the Customer is entitled to a full refund, (ii) 7 days of the class, the customer is entitled to a full class credit which must be used within 3 months of the date of the original class to another class offered by Filmbase. Customer is not entitled to a refund or class credit if less than 7 day advance notice is given. Failure to provide notice at least 14 days in advance of the class obligates the Customer to pay the full price of the class.
Filmbase reserves the right to amend or cancel the date, time and location of a Training class including replacing the personnel who may be scheduled to deliver the Training. In the event a Training class is cancelled, the customer is entitled to a full refund. Filmbase shall not be responsible for any other loss incurred by Customer as a result of a cancellation or amendment.
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