Industry • Camera

Introduction to the Camera Department

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This course is designed to highlight the exciting possibilities of being a camera assistant, showing that it's not just a stepping stone to becoming a cinematographer but a rewarding career in its own right. You'll explore the full range of responsibilities involved in this role, with detailed insights into the different positions within the camera department and how they work together like a well-oiled machine.

Course Info

Duration:

1 day

Fee:

£225

Capacity:

10 people

Camera assisting is a practical craft. We will provide a comprehensive range of industry-standard equipment for practical demonstrations. This means you’ll learn by doing, truly solidifying your understanding of how a camera department operates on set. To enhance your knowledge, the course will also delve into the specific kit required by a camera assistant on set, detailing each essential piece of equipment and offering a clear understanding of its importance and how it is used on camera.

Want to learn more about the camera department and how to become a camera trainee, second or first assistant? Enrol now!

Overview

· Led by working industry focus puller

· Full industry standard equipment for demonstrations of what is studied

· In depth look of an ACs tool kit

· Covering the basics of how to achieve a career as a camera assistant

· What to expect and knowledge for each role within the department

Schedule

This course will focus on a full overview of the camera department.

This will be an in-depth insight into every role within the camera department and each of their day-to-day responsibilities. It will also look at the nuances between different types of productions, such as film or commercials, and how these roles can differ depending on the project.

The course will highlight the importance of an AC’s tool kit and look at what you need to be prepared with on set as an AC. Benjy will demonstrate the toolkit for each role, showing how it is set up and used for maximum efficiency on a busy set.

The second half of the day will be more practical and exercise-based.

Participants will be shown how to prep for a shoot as if they were on a job, starting with everything being packed away in boxes to being set up and ready to go. Prep also includes assessing every possible scenario for the day to ensure each member is fully prepared and ready with what is needed for a busy day with tight time constraints.

Once the equipment is built and prepped, participants will be given various changes to shooting setups that they can tackle using their new skills. They will also get to practice different elements of each role, including the clapper board and focus pulling.

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