Open Channel’s popular Production and Production Management course is kicking off on 25th March with Ros Walker and guest lecturers.
PPM1201: Sundays March 25, April 1, 15, 22, 29 (10am – 5pm) Tuesdays March 27 April 3, 17, 24 May 1 (6.15pm – 9.15pm)
Ros Walker is one of Australia’s most respected screen production professionals. Her feature film credits include co-producing Peaches, line producing Big Mamma’s Boy and Not Quite Hollywood and production managing Life and Only the Brave. She produced the documentary Portrait and is producing the documentary Remain in Light. From 1998-2002 she was Manager of Film Victoria and has served as the Victorian Chapter Head of SPAA (Screen Producers Association of Australia).
This course is designed for those seeking to production manage or produce independent productions. It provides a comprehensive overview of the entire production process and includes practical applications, field trips, and guest speakers.
Learn about:
Breaking down a script Budgeting according to the Screen Australia A-Z template Scheduling a production Contracting cast and crew Fulfilling cast and crew obligations Working with locations Understand basic industrial issues, accounting, taxation, insurance and delivery requirements of the production The differences between film and television Standard post-production pathways Building a career in this field Set safety How to run a production and production paperwork
This course is a heady and information filled introduction to the business side of the screen industry. Includes a half-day film law workshop with leading entertainment lawyer Shaun Miller (Mary and Max, Gettin’ Square, Suburban Mayhem, John Safran’s Music Jamboree).
Who should do this course? Ideal for beginners or experienced filmmakers wanting an in-depth insight into production management, as well as a broad understanding of the entire production process. Also useful for emerging Producers.
Where can I go after this course? Apply for work in the Production Office, or for emerging Producers, you can go on to study the Professional Producing Advanced Diploma course at Open Channel.
For more information visit
http://www.openchannel.org.au/training/c_productionmanagement.html.
Telephone: 03 86109300
Email: shortcourses@openchannel.org.au
This Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
