Thursday, 28 January 2016
Wednesday, 27 January 2016
Personnel- Size of Team and Roles
1)
- A skeleton crew is a film crew that only includes the bare essential members, this is usually to save money in making the film.
- The producer and Director are not included in the skeleton crew because they are there to film every day.
Skeleton Crew
- Director of photography. One reason this was chosen was because then you can spend more time on the talent rather than worrying about lighting. Another reason is if you lack faith in your lighting skills then it is best just to hire someone to do it. The Third and final reason is that they can work to a really strict time limit which means that you can save time to work on other aspects.
- Make-up/Hair. The first reason they are chosen is because they always think about continuity which means that they make it seem that they are actually in the setting the talent state. The second reason this person is chosen is because they make the talent feel like they are in character by the way they dress the talent which makes your film better. The third and final reason is that they bring a sense of professionalism to the set which the crew can feed off of.
- Production Assistant. The first reason why this person was chosen was because they are needed to keep everything running well. The second reason is that most PA's have good attitude so they are willing to doe what you ask. The third and final reason is that some days you are to tired to move equipment around so having a PA means that someone is always on hand to help you start working.
- Location Audio. The first reason why this position was chosen was because sound is more important than picture and missing out on it means your film would lack in professionalism. The second reason why this was chosen by Noam Kroll was because sound contributes to the overall success of your film. The third and final reason this role was chosen was because they care more about sound than you do which means that your film will look very professional compared to doing the sound yourself.
- Gaffer/Grip. The first reason why this person was chosen was because the camera man can focus on the light and camera but this would mean that neither really succeed in making your short film look really professional. The second reason this position was chosen was because they can help get the most out of you DP as they work hand in hand together. The third and final reason this was chosen is because they can make the lighting look amazing which helps make your film look professional.
References:
http://www.indiewire.com/article/the-5-people-filmmakers-need-for-a-tiny-skeleton-crew?page=2
http://www.indiewire.com/article/the-5-people-filmmakers-need-for-a-tiny-skeleton-crew
- This is an article by Noam Kroll describing whats needed for a skeleton crew. taken 27/01/16
- A skeleton crew is a film crew that only includes the bare essential members, this is usually to save money in making the film.
- The producer and Director are not included in the skeleton crew because they are there to film every day.
Skeleton Crew
- Director of photography. One reason this was chosen was because then you can spend more time on the talent rather than worrying about lighting. Another reason is if you lack faith in your lighting skills then it is best just to hire someone to do it. The Third and final reason is that they can work to a really strict time limit which means that you can save time to work on other aspects.
- Make-up/Hair. The first reason they are chosen is because they always think about continuity which means that they make it seem that they are actually in the setting the talent state. The second reason this person is chosen is because they make the talent feel like they are in character by the way they dress the talent which makes your film better. The third and final reason is that they bring a sense of professionalism to the set which the crew can feed off of.
- Production Assistant. The first reason why this person was chosen was because they are needed to keep everything running well. The second reason is that most PA's have good attitude so they are willing to doe what you ask. The third and final reason is that some days you are to tired to move equipment around so having a PA means that someone is always on hand to help you start working.
- Location Audio. The first reason why this position was chosen was because sound is more important than picture and missing out on it means your film would lack in professionalism. The second reason why this was chosen by Noam Kroll was because sound contributes to the overall success of your film. The third and final reason this role was chosen was because they care more about sound than you do which means that your film will look very professional compared to doing the sound yourself.
- Gaffer/Grip. The first reason why this person was chosen was because the camera man can focus on the light and camera but this would mean that neither really succeed in making your short film look really professional. The second reason this position was chosen was because they can help get the most out of you DP as they work hand in hand together. The third and final reason this was chosen is because they can make the lighting look amazing which helps make your film look professional.
References:
http://www.indiewire.com/article/the-5-people-filmmakers-need-for-a-tiny-skeleton-crew?page=2
http://www.indiewire.com/article/the-5-people-filmmakers-need-for-a-tiny-skeleton-crew
- This is an article by Noam Kroll describing whats needed for a skeleton crew. taken 27/01/16
CV
Harry Bilk
Runner
078975421289
harry@gmail.com
Based In London
I am a inexperienced film/production runner and i have worked in no professional productions but countless student films. I feel that i am a keen worker and i have a good attitude to get the work done.
I have basic camera skills which include zooming, panning and tilting.
I have basic camera skills which include zooming, panning and tilting.
Student Productions
Runner for The Horror Inside (2012)- Short film
Stage Runner for The Nutcracker (2012)- Theater Performance
Floor Runner for Pompeii- Cover (2014)- Music Video trailer
Other Relevant Experience
Customer Assistant for Tesco (2012 to 2015)
Sales Assistant for AJ's Food and Groceries (2015 to Present)
Maths- B
English- B
Science- C
Drama- A
Media Studies- C
Education
Maths- BEnglish- B
Science- C
Drama- A
Media Studies- C
In sixth form i am currently studying:
Media Studies Btec Level 3Business Studies Btec Level 3
References available on request
Friday, 15 January 2016
Team and Crew CV's
Introductory Paragraph
- The right CV's are characterized by the relevant information and ones that refers to fact and past experience.
- It is important when using any font to make sure that the text is clear and easy to understand.
- 10 out of 15 people fail to customize their CV when handing it in to a employer.
Why Customize your CV
The two most important reasons are:
- If you talk about the relevant information then you are most likely going to be chosen for that specific job.
- Customize your CV by talking about why you are so different to make yourself stand out from the crowd.
CV Rules according to MFJC
- Always customize your CV to stand out.
- Check that your CV does not contain relevant information.
- Repeat the tittle of the job
- Remove where you live.
- Make sure you include relevant things.
- Think want the person reading it wants to hear.
- Do not drag on.
- Do not lie about your tittle. For example, director.
- Keep the size as small as possible to avoid spam filters.
- Save it as 'Your Name' 'Tittle' 'Company'.
If you are applying to be a runner then assure your CV has the right information.
But What if I have no Experience
-The Article says to be smart if you have no experience because if you have no experience then state why you want the job.
Specialize
- The worst thing you can do in your CV is say that you want to experience the job because it is a common factor in most CV's
- The article implies that specializing your CV means that you have to make it stand out in order to impress your employer.
Example CV's
- The advice is to research the company and the job role.
- The example CV I found most helpful was the Runner example as if i was in applying for a job in production then that is what i would go for.
The things all CV's have in common are:
- That they are clear and simple.
- Include the tittle of the job under your name.
- Repeat the tittle of the job
- Contains the relevant information
- Important information at the top.
- Do not drag on.
Reference:
Information taken from this website on 15/01/16. Website: http://myfirstjobinfilm.co.uk/cvadvice.html
- The right CV's are characterized by the relevant information and ones that refers to fact and past experience.
- It is important when using any font to make sure that the text is clear and easy to understand.
- 10 out of 15 people fail to customize their CV when handing it in to a employer.
Why Customize your CV
The two most important reasons are:
- If you talk about the relevant information then you are most likely going to be chosen for that specific job.
- Customize your CV by talking about why you are so different to make yourself stand out from the crowd.
CV Rules according to MFJC
- Always customize your CV to stand out.
- Check that your CV does not contain relevant information.
- Repeat the tittle of the job
- Remove where you live.
- Make sure you include relevant things.
- Think want the person reading it wants to hear.
- Do not drag on.
- Do not lie about your tittle. For example, director.
- Keep the size as small as possible to avoid spam filters.
- Save it as 'Your Name' 'Tittle' 'Company'.
If you are applying to be a runner then assure your CV has the right information.
But What if I have no Experience
-The Article says to be smart if you have no experience because if you have no experience then state why you want the job.
Specialize
- The worst thing you can do in your CV is say that you want to experience the job because it is a common factor in most CV's
- The article implies that specializing your CV means that you have to make it stand out in order to impress your employer.
Example CV's
- The advice is to research the company and the job role.
- The example CV I found most helpful was the Runner example as if i was in applying for a job in production then that is what i would go for.
The things all CV's have in common are:
- That they are clear and simple.
- Include the tittle of the job under your name.
- Repeat the tittle of the job
- Contains the relevant information
- Important information at the top.
- Do not drag on.
Reference:
Information taken from this website on 15/01/16. Website: http://myfirstjobinfilm.co.uk/cvadvice.html
Thursday, 14 January 2016
Materials- Archive Material, Library Material, Internet and Property Rights and Copyrights
Archive Material
- Archive material is old footage used in previous productions from various genres.
- Documentary film makers often use Archive footage. Authenticate their narratives.
- Archive Material example is Senna they used footage to create a film about him.
Example: The Cove.
The footage was used to help expose the cruelty of Japanese fisherman and their treatment towards dolphins. The footage was effective because it made the audience feel bad because the footage is real and it shows the slaughter of dolphins.
Library Material
- Library material refers to material effects there is a lot out there.
- When a film is complete, the wild tracks of non dialogue is completed by the production company.
- Many productions would build up a library of sounds over the years.
- Large production company would sell these sound clips in order to make some profit.
- There will be archives of videos materials these are often referred to as action essentials.
The BBC sound effects library is a CD available to order from their website. It is packed full of sound effects. This is effective because it can save time buying these CD's instead of going to all different places and recording them.
There are many different types of bundles for different types of genre and how popular they are. For example, there is the comedy bundle which includes laughter which costs £4.95. On the other hand with the standard issue set the price of that is £99.00 because it includes more popular noises.
Internet
- The internet is one of the newest ways to get cleared sounds and effects for your movie.
I could use freesound.org because they have many sound clips that are very popular in movies. For example, these include sounds of vehicles which i can use if i have a driving scene.
Website: https://freesound.org/browse/
Freesound is a free website where you can get free sound clips to use in and movies or short films you make. I could use this site to build my own sound library because it is free and it can save time and money. Some may be good quality others may not.
Property Rights and Copyrights
- If you want to use a company material then ask permission and be prepared to pay for it.
- Time is spent reffing sounds by sound designers. Foley artists and effects editors should get paid appropriately.
- The most important thing to remember is that anything you use must have written permission. Video piracy makes films more boring.
- If a sound has been created by someone else they have the right of form.
- Archive material is old footage used in previous productions from various genres.
- Documentary film makers often use Archive footage. Authenticate their narratives.
- Archive Material example is Senna they used footage to create a film about him.
Example: The Cove.
The footage was used to help expose the cruelty of Japanese fisherman and their treatment towards dolphins. The footage was effective because it made the audience feel bad because the footage is real and it shows the slaughter of dolphins.
Library Material
- Library material refers to material effects there is a lot out there.
- When a film is complete, the wild tracks of non dialogue is completed by the production company.
- Many productions would build up a library of sounds over the years.
- Large production company would sell these sound clips in order to make some profit.
- There will be archives of videos materials these are often referred to as action essentials.
The BBC sound effects library is a CD available to order from their website. It is packed full of sound effects. This is effective because it can save time buying these CD's instead of going to all different places and recording them.
There are many different types of bundles for different types of genre and how popular they are. For example, there is the comedy bundle which includes laughter which costs £4.95. On the other hand with the standard issue set the price of that is £99.00 because it includes more popular noises.
Internet
- The internet is one of the newest ways to get cleared sounds and effects for your movie.
I could use freesound.org because they have many sound clips that are very popular in movies. For example, these include sounds of vehicles which i can use if i have a driving scene.
Website: https://freesound.org/browse/
Freesound is a free website where you can get free sound clips to use in and movies or short films you make. I could use this site to build my own sound library because it is free and it can save time and money. Some may be good quality others may not.
Property Rights and Copyrights
- If you want to use a company material then ask permission and be prepared to pay for it.
- Time is spent reffing sounds by sound designers. Foley artists and effects editors should get paid appropriately.
- The most important thing to remember is that anything you use must have written permission. Video piracy makes films more boring.
- If a sound has been created by someone else they have the right of form.
Wednesday, 13 January 2016
Material Clearances
Task 1
Cleared in this sense means that you have made sure that everything you need in order to distribute this film has been achieved. For example, if there are any brand logos that appear in your short film you have to make sure that you have the clearance to involve this company in your short film.
-This link also is very useful in the sense that it explains what you need to do in order to clear your film. For example it has a whole section on brand and logos. This is useful because it means that you can distribute your film if you have followed the list carefully.
- There is a tip that states that it is useful to create fictional brands in order to avoid product placement.
Task 2
Film clearance is the time of getting all the needed permission for filming and making a short film. For example, the clearance required for using a set while filming.
Task 3
Clearance Checklist:
- If your script is fictional, then make sure you do not include real people unless without written consent.
- If your film is based around a true event then also make sure you have written consent.
- Anything that appears in your has to be cleared this includes anything from products to a billboard in the background.
- Any music you include has to be cleared, even if it was created by yourself.
- Any location you use has to be cleared in order to avoid being sued.
- Any talent that appears in your film needs written consent to be able to participate in your film.
Cleared in this sense means that you have made sure that everything you need in order to distribute this film has been achieved. For example, if there are any brand logos that appear in your short film you have to make sure that you have the clearance to involve this company in your short film.
-This link also is very useful in the sense that it explains what you need to do in order to clear your film. For example it has a whole section on brand and logos. This is useful because it means that you can distribute your film if you have followed the list carefully.
- There is a tip that states that it is useful to create fictional brands in order to avoid product placement.
Task 2
Film clearance is the time of getting all the needed permission for filming and making a short film. For example, the clearance required for using a set while filming.
Task 3
Clearance Checklist:
- If your script is fictional, then make sure you do not include real people unless without written consent.
- If your film is based around a true event then also make sure you have written consent.
- Anything that appears in your has to be cleared this includes anything from products to a billboard in the background.
- Any music you include has to be cleared, even if it was created by yourself.
- Any location you use has to be cleared in order to avoid being sued.
- Any talent that appears in your film needs written consent to be able to participate in your film.
Friday, 8 January 2016
Finance- Requirements and Expenditure
An important part is to understand the availability of finance in your short film production. There are two main potential sources of finance for your short film. For example:
Requirements
The main requirement you have to think about is weather you have the funding to create this short film or not. For example, you might want to hire a cast to star in your short film but without the necessary funding then you will really struggle to hire a good cast and crew.
Expenditure
Expenditure is the amont of money you spend on a certain project. The most amount of expenditure you will use is on things like the cast or equipment. These are important because they are crutial in making a short film.
Requirements
The main requirement you have to think about is weather you have the funding to create this short film or not. For example, you might want to hire a cast to star in your short film but without the necessary funding then you will really struggle to hire a good cast and crew.
Expenditure
Expenditure is the amont of money you spend on a certain project. The most amount of expenditure you will use is on things like the cast or equipment. These are important because they are crutial in making a short film.
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