Advanced Production Workshop I

Catalog description

This workshop is a year-long advanced-level production course exploring the short form, in which each class will produce up to twelve short films (maximum length per film is 15 minutes). All aspects of production are viewed as a creative extension and continuation of the film writing, directing and producing processes. Students intending to direct a film in this class must have completed an intermediate-level workshop class, and must present a final cut of their intermediate film with mixed sound before they can be considered for a film production allotment in this course. It is also recommended that students come into the class with a producer attached to the project. Students can also enroll and receive credit serving as producers, DPs, or other key crew positions. Students must be ready to present a completed script, in proper screenplay format, at the beginning of the semester. It does not have to be written by the director. Scripts will be discussed in class in a workshop environment. Selected projects will be chosen towards the end of the semester. Students wishing to direct are advised to speak with the instructor before registering for a particular section to ensure that he or she is prepared for the demands of this advanced course. Students interested in working as principal crew members (i.e, producers, cinematographers, editors, sound-mixers, production designers, etc.) are encouraged to enroll with their respective director(s). This is a year-long course; you must register for the second semester if you receive an allotment. NOTE: Films produced for Advanced Film Production Workshop will not be eligible for awards in the First Run Film Festival if they are longer than 15 minutes, including titles. All films produced in Advanced Production Workshop will be screened if entered in the First Run Film Festival, but films longer than 15 minutes will not be…