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This course explores the post production management techniques for HETV and feature films. It covers the tasks and documentation essential to provide effective post production workflows, providing insights into job roles, duties, shorthand, and etiquette for ‘best practice’ collaboration.
We will introduce the pivotal role of the post production supervisor (PPS), highlighting their importance in planning, scheduling, budgeting and delivering the final picture and sound masters. By the end of the course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the inner workings of HETV and feature film post production.
Day One: What is Post-Production
Key topics will include:
• The combined workflow,
• The role of the post production supervisor (PPS)
• The delivery list
• Script Breakdown
• Scheduling
Day Two: On Set capture - Offline - Grade
Key topics will include:
• The Workflow document
• Camera and on set capture
• Editorial offline
• Conform / Online Grade
• Budget
Day Three: Sound/VFX/Delivery
Key topics will include:
• Sound Post
• VFX
• Managing Post Crew and Facilities
• Cost reporting
• Quality Control and security
• Delivery (technical and paperwork)
Freelance Rate: £465
Corporate Rate: £930
Bursaries, supported by Screen Scotland, to contribute to the costs of attending this course may be available to those who are eligible. Please read the bursary guidelines which are published below first to check if you are eligible. If you are eligible, please indicate if you are also applying for a bursary or not.
Please apply as far in advance of the course date as possible to give yourself the best chance of securing a supported place, as we may not be able to accommodate all applications.
Your bursary application and supporting documents should be sent to scotland@nfts.co.uk after submitting this application form. Please submit your bursary application within 24 hours to ensure your course place is reserved while your bursary application is processed – otherwise we may be required to release it to another applicant. Your bursary documents are reviewed by a panel and we aim to be in touch as soon as possible with an outcome for you.
NFTS Scotland Bursary Guidelines
NFTS Scotland Bursary Application Form
If you are not eligible for an NFTS Scotland bursary, please read our Alternative Funding Avenues document, which points you in the direction of a few other places which may be able to help. Please submit your application in plenty of time as timescales for funders differ.
Please complete the application form to apply.
If you require any assistance, please contact NFTS Scotland on 0141 729 8190 or email scotland@nfts.co.uk