Film and Television Production (FILM)

FILM1010. Film & Television Prod. I. (3 Credits)

Explores the foundational hierarchy and work environment found in the Film and Television Production Industry. Emphasis is placed on the students understanding of the fundamental elements, principles and theories of Film prodution, including the classical stage, set and location environments, exposure to the core production departments, their crafts and responsibilities including expected protocols, etiquette and ethics of the production assistant.

FILM1020. Film & Television Prod. II. (3 Credits)

Building on the fundamentals gained frorm the FILM 1010, broadens the exploration of the business of Film and Television Production by understanding the scheduling and budgeting process. Stresses the importance of the Pre-Production strategy as the foundaation for an effective production model. Students will be introduced to production skills that are intrinsic to the success of any type of production. Includes rigorous exposure to crew responsibilites, locations logistics and organizational expectations.

FILM1030. Film & TV Post-Production I. (3 Credits)

Expose students to the final phase of the production process cycle. Introduction to all facets of post production and create an understanding of file protocols, workflow, basic logging of original materials and introduction to the concept of non-linier editing. Organizational skills will be refined and tricks of the trade will be explored to better prepare them for a professional work environment.

FILM1040. Film & TV Prod. Scheduling. (3 Credits)

Continues the exploration into the techniques of Film and Television Production by acquainting students with the pre-production process of script breakdown, scene evaluation and film production scheduling strategies. Utilizes the industry standard. Entertainment Partners/Movie Magic Scheduling software, students will become familiar with this essential pre-production process and will also become proficient in navigating this powerful production software tool.

FILM1050. Film & TV Prod. Budgeting. (3 Credits)

Continues to teach the industry software. Following the pre-production scheduling process, comes the utilization of the data collected through the scheduling process, comes the utilization of the data collected through the scheduling software and the creation of an accurate production budget for Film/Television. Entertainment Partners/Movie Magic budgeting software will be used to introduce students to the complex tasks of calculating costs for talent, crew, locations union fees, overtime/penalties, art direction & scenic, etc. through post production to final product. Students will become familiar with this essential pre-production process and will also become proficient in navigating this powerful production software tool.

FILM1060. Intro to Georgia Film Tax Cred. (1 Credit)

Introduces the Georgia Film Tax Credit. Understanding of these Laws, Rules and Guidelines is the purpose of this class. Includes copies of all state tax credit paperwork, qualifying tax credit categories and complete filing instructions to obtain the credits.

FILM1070. Film & TV Payroll. (3 Credits)

Introduces the fundamentals of payroll principles coupled with the Film Production specific applications. This course provides an understanding of the laws that affect a company's payroll structure and practical application skills in maintaining payroll records. Topics include: payroll tax laws, payroll tax forms, payroll and personnel records, computing wages and salaries, taxes affecting employees and employers, and analyzing and journalizing payroll transactions. Practical experience will be created by use of the industry standard software Vista by Entertainment Partners, rounding out the basic understanding of this accounting principle.

FILM1080. Film & TV Set Cons. & Paint I. (3 Credits)

Introduces set construction techniques, material differences (from traditional construction methods) and safety essentials in relation to the Film and Television Production environment will be the core of this offering. Hands on exposure to building fundamentals for film sets, painting, texturing, faux finishing are included in this basic overview to create amazing visual effects for the camera lens.

FILM1090. Film & TV Set Cons. Paint II. (3 Credits)

Building on the fundamentals gained from the Film 1080, this course broadens the exploration and understanding of advanced construction processes and techniques, specialized materials and unique tool usage. Continued hands on exposure to advanced techniques for film set construction, painting, texturing, faux finishing, foam sculpting and exterior facade creation are included in this second offering.

FILM1100. Intro On-Set Film Production. (6 Credits)

This course provides students with a basic set of skills and insights sufficient to be integrated onto the sets of working film productions. The course is offered in collaboration with the Georgia Film Academy.

FILM1110. Make-up, Hair & Wardrobe Tech.. (3 Credits)

This course is designed to build on previous acquired knowledge and skills learned as a licensed cosmetologist. And develop the necessary skills requred to be successful within the film and television industry. Emphasis will be placed on research and design of hairstyles and make-up applications dating back as early as 3000 BC. Other topics in this course include tools and knowledge of products, artificial hair enhancements, hair coloring techniques, and selection of wardrobes for film and television. A portion of this course will be taught in a laboratory setting for the development of all skills required to be a competent Film and Television Production Hair Style and Make-up Technician.

FILM1120. Intro Special Effects Make-up. (3 Credits)

Licensed cosmetologist practice artistic abilities with each service performed. A Special Effect Make-up Technician also portrays the same artistic abilites with a keen eye for color and imagination. Within this course the student will continue to use acquired skills to create special effects make-up applications for film and television production. Course topics include research design of special effect make-up, basic art skills, tools and products used to create special make-up effects, aging techniques, replica productions, easy molds, transfers and tatoos, airbrushing techniques, and application to create desired results. A portion of this course will be taught in a laboratory setting for the development of all skills required to be a competent Film and Television Production Hair Style and Make-up Technician.

FILM1310. Basic Skills Elec/Light Film I. (3 Credits)

Explores the foundational concepts, skills and work environments for an electrician in the Film and Television Production Industry. Emphasis is placed on the students understanding of the fundamental elements, principles and expectations of an electrician, including duties on a classical stage and location environments. Exposure to the basic equipment used in the Electrical / Lighting department, including expected protocols, etiquette and ethics.

FILM1320. Basic Skill Elec/LightFilm II. (3 Credits)

Building on the fundamentals gained from the Film 1310. Broaden the exploration of the equipment used in the Electrical / Lighting department, including expected protocols, etiquette and ethics. Stressing the importance of pre-production preparation and organization / inventory procedures of equipment during the production process. Students will be introduced to basic safe handling of electrical instruments and accessories. Advanced rigorous exposure to electrical / lighting crew responsibilities, logistics and organizational skills.

FILM1350. Electric and Lighting. (6 Credits)

This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge of electrical distribution and set lighting on a motion picture or episodic television set in order to facilitate their entry and advancement in the film business. The course is offered in collaboration with the Georgia Film Academy. Topics include: the role of the Electric Department on a film or episodic TV production; workflow within the Electric Department from preproduction until after wrap is called, safety procedures; proper etiquette; electrical distribution for the set; selecting lighting choices in regard to color, quality, and quantity in order to support the script; producing and controlling lighting in regards to color, quality, quantity, and direction; the relationship between light and the camera/lenses; and tasks performed by a lighting technician on a typical day on the set.

FILM1410. Basic Skill Grip/Rig Film I. (3 Credits)

Explores the foundational concepts, skills and work environments for a Grip in the Film and Television Production Industry. Emphasis is placed on the students understanding of the terminologies, fundamental elements, principles and expectations of a grip, including duties on a classical stage and in a location environment. Exposure to the basic equipment used by the Grip / Rigging department.

FILM1420. Basic Skill Grip/Rig Film II. (3 Credits)

Building on the fundamentals gained from the Film 1410. Broaden the exploration of the equipment used in The Grip / Rigging department, including expected protocols, etiquette and ethics. Stressing the importance of pre-production preparation and organization / inventory procedures of equipment during the production process. Students will be introduced to basic safe handling of Grip essential equipment and accessories. Advanced rigorous exposure to grip / rigging crew responsibilities, logistics and organizational skills.

FILM1430. Basics Dolly/Track Operations. (3 Credits)

Explores the function, set-up and operations of a Dolly on a film set. Includes use of straight track, curved track and dance-floor. Intro to the many different brands and styles of dollies, including their preferred usage. Basic functions of a dolly, dolly grip and standard/optional accessories. Hands on experience setting up and operating a dolly in a production environment.

FILM1450. GFA Grip and Rigging. (6 Credits)

Grip and Rigging is an introduction and orientation to the practice of rigging and supporting grip equipment, cameras, vehicles, and other physical/mechanical devices. Grips are first and foremost team members. In addition to gaining a thorough knowledge of the equipment used in grip and rigging, students will engage in on-set exercises in inventory, maintenance, set-up, trouble-shooting, teamwork, set protocol and safety. The purpose of this course is to prepare students to work on a motion picture production set. As such, student responsibilities are matched to potential responsibilities as a team member on a production set as closely as possible.

FILM1510. GFA Set Construction and Paint. (6 Credits)

Designed to equip students with entry-level skills and knowledge of set construction for the film and episodic television industries. Students will participate in class projects that include reading blueprints, set safety, use of power tools, carpentry, scenic paint and sculpting. Additionally, emphasis will be placed on set etiquette including, but not limited to attitude and professionalism. The course is offered in collaboration with the Georgia Film Academy.

FILM2010. Adv. Skill Film TV Prod I. (3 Credits)

Reinforcing the foundational knowledge gained in Film 1010 & 1020, reinforce the structure embedded in the hierarchy and work environment found in the Film and Television Production Industry. Emphasis is placed on the students understanding of the fundamental elements, principles and theories of film production, including the classical stage, set and location environments. Hands on instructional exercises reproduces production department environments, responsibilities, protocols, etiquette and ethics used daily by production assistants.

FILM2020. Adv. Skil Film TV Prod II. (3 Credits)

Building on the fundamentals gained from the course Film 2010, students will broaden the exploration of the business of Film and Television Production by better understanding the scheduling and budgeting process. Stressing the importance of the Pre-Production strategy as the foundation for an effective production model. Students will be introduced to production skills that are intrinsic to the success of any type of production. Advanced rigorous exposure to crew responsibilities, locations logistics and organizational expectations.

FILM2030. Ess. Fil TV Post-Prod. II. (3 Credits)

Building on the fundamentals of the final phase of the production process cycle gained from the Film 1030 course. Continue development of skills used in all facets of post production and creating/maintaining file protocols, advanced workflow, logging of original materials and introduction to non-linier editing with Adobe Premier. Advanced Problem solving and group projects will further prepare students for a professional work environment.

FILM2040. Adv Film TV Prod Sch. Mov Mag. (3 Credits)

Building on the fundamentals gained from the FILM 1040 and FILM 1050, broadens the exploration of the business of Film and Television Production by a deeper understanding the scheduling and budgeting process using the Entertainment Partners/Movie Magic software. Stressing the importance of detail and thorough Pre-Production strategies for an effective production model. Students will further perfect skills that are intrinsic to the success of any type of production. Advanced rigorous exposure to crew/union requirements, locations logistics, organizational techniques, scheduling conflicts management, custom reporting, globals and working with estimated time. Familiarity with important organizations and resources for industry production personnel, locations, and equipment cost estimating. Software integration with Final Draft and Movie Magic Budgeting.

FILM2050. Adv Film TV Prod Bud Movie Mag. (3 Credits)

Building on the advanced skills gained from the FILM 2040, students will delve deeper into the budgeting process to examine the intricacies of large scale production planning. Students will be introduced to custom reporting, shortcuts, problem solving, What if? scenarios, foreign exchange rates and estimated time. Perfecting skills in the budgeting technique to minimize errors in cost estimations for film and episodic TV production. Advanced proficiency in software operation, integration and usage of the Entertainment Partners/Movie Magic products.

FILM2080. Film TV Ad Set Con Scenic Pain. (3 Credits)

Building on the techniques learned in FILM 1080 / FILM 1090, students will be exposed to basic script breakdown, evaluation and budgeting concepts in regards to set creation for a Film project. Advanced techniques will be studied for simulating steel, concrete and stone textures. Advanced techniques for cutting and sculpting foam to create rock, stone faade and concrete. Fundamental Math and Geometry for set construction will be reviewed, as well as safety practices for working on sets from above the ground-level.

FILM2090. Set Con Scen Paint II. (3 Credits)

Continuing the exploration of the set construction area of film productions, students will design a set, based on script specifications, draw sketches and plans and construct a portion of the set, based on the design requirements. Introduction to advanced structure creation like platforms, multi-story/complex facades including creative uses for shipping containers, will be presented. Students will also be exposed to safety and basic operations and usages of heavy equipment (Scissor-Lifts, Condors, Fork-Lifts /Pallet-Jacks, etc) used in the construction process and construction shop organization.

FILM2100. GFA Practicum. (12 Credits)

Through cooperative agreements among the film industry, the Georgia Film Academy, and the student, the practicum provides students opportunities to demonstrate techniques learned in the initial Georgia Film Academy's course through on-set productions. Emphasizes student opportunities to practice production assistant skills in a hands-on situation under the supervision of a film industry professionalism. Topics include: demonstrating film production functions, applying film knowledge and skills in the workplace, listening and following directions, and modeling professionals.

FILM2310. Adv Skill Elec Light Film I. (3 Credits)

Expose students to the operation of lighting instruments, distribution components and lighting accessories. Introduction to basics of lighting and distribution troubleshooting, including skills, processes and protocols used for searching out and addressing an electrical problem on set. Advanced organizational skills will be refined and tricks of the trade will be explored to better prepare students for a professional work environments.

FILM2320. Adv Skill Elec Light Film II. (3 Credits)

Continue the exploration into the techniques of Film and Television Production by acquainting students to the basics of lighting for Film. Utilizing industry standards, students will become familiar with 3-point lighting techniques, lighting using practicals, exterior lighting conditions and ambient lighting techniques. Students will also be exposed to the essential functions of Dimmers, LEDs and Smart-Lighting technologies. Students will be able to demonstrate the essential skills needed to work as an electrician in the film and TV production industry.

FILM2410. Adv Skill Grip/Rig Film I. (3 Credits)

Expose students to the operation of stands, clamps and hangers, speed-rail, flags/frames and basic grip accessories. Introduction to basics of grip /rigging troubleshooting, including skills, processes and protocols used for addressing a related grip/rigging problem on set. Advanced organizational skills will be refined and tricks of the trade will be explored to better prepare students for a professional work environments.

FILM2420. Adv Skill Grip/Rig Film II. (3 Credits)

Continue the exploration into the grip / rigging department by acquainting students to the basics of exterior rigging techniques for Film. Utilizing industry standard gear, students will become familiar with the terminology and concepts of rigging items from condors, scissor-lifts, scaffolding and buildings. They will also be exposed to the essential functions of these rigs and optional uses. Thru on-set production simulations, students will be able to demonstrate the essential skills needed to work as a grip in the Film and TV production industry.

FILM2430. Basic Crane Condor Heav Equip. (3 Credits)

Explores the function, set-up and operations of cranes, condors (cherry-picker) and other heavy equipment used on a film set. Includes the use of cranes, arms and jibs. Intro to the many different ways to rig and utilize a condor on location or on a sound stage, including their preferred usages. Basic functions of scissor-lifts and scaffolding and standard/optional accessories and attachments. Hands on experience setting up and operating a crane, condor and scissor-lift in a production environment.

FILM2550. GFA Film Practic./Internship. (6 Credits)

This program is offered in collaboration with the Georgia Film Academy. Through cooperative agreements among the film industry, the GFA, and the student, the practicum provides students the opportunity to work on an actual film or television production and demonstrate production techniques learned in FILM 1100. The four week on-set assignment provides students a real world environment in which to practice production assistant skills in a hands-on situation. Students work under the supervision of a film industry professional, who monitors their progress, while the students keeps a journal of their day to day experiences. Topics include: demonstrating film production functions, applying film knowledge and skills in the workplace, listening and following directions, and modeling professional work habits. Students will also complete a two day course in OSHA safety tailored to motion picture production.

FILM2550I. GFA Film Practic./Internship. (6 Credits)

FILM2900. Film TV Prod Prac/Internship. (4 Credits)

Provides additional skills application in a professional production environment through cooperative agreements among the film industry, the Georgia Film Institute and the student to furnish employment within a variety of production opportunities. Emphasizes student opportunities to practice production assistant skills in a hands-on situation under the supervision of a film industry professional. Supplements and compliments the courses taught in the Georgia Film Institute. Topics include: application of production skills, appropriate employability skills, problem solving, adaptability to differing production environments and acceptable job performance for Production Assistants assigned to the grip, electrical, art department, hair and makeup, SPFX, locations, camera, transportation and production departments.

FILM2900I. Film TV Prod Prac/Internship. (4 Credits)