Film Pre-Production to Production: From Idea to Execution

From 55.72 C$ /h

In this course, aspiring filmmakers will master the full workflow of taking an idea from concept to execution, with a special focus on the skills needed to excel as a First Assistant Director (1st AD). You’ll learn essential pre-production and production skills, including script development, scheduling, shot planning, casting, cast and crew management, shot listing, storyboarding, safety and risk management, on-set communication, conflict resolution, and time management. Through practical exercises and personalized feedback, you’ll build the confidence to lead a seamless production.

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

Hello! I am a filmmaker with over 10 years of experience in the industry across New York City, Los Angeles, and now London. I have taught at the American Film Institute as well as freelanced as an editor, collaborating with a slew of creative professionals. I love working with new artists who wish to expand their creative and technical minds through editing and creating new work. I look forward to speaking!

Education

BFA from the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts (California, United States of America)
MA from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (London, United Kingdom)

Experience / Qualifications

Edited, sound engineered, and color corrected dozens of short, feature, and episodic films using tools such as Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe After Effects, and Adobe Audition.

Recipient of several film festival awards for editing work.

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Filmmaking

Project management

Strategic planning

Reviews

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New York

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