| What: |
This is a one week practical film course, where you learn film making by actually
making a real film, from concept to edited film.
This is a quick and easy way to learn Film Making.
We
only take 14 people on the Workshop to guarantee that you Direct and
Crew on the shoot. All Camera, lights and sound equipment, and all Post production are supplied by Sydney
Film Base.
At the end of the week, you will be able to make your own film and plot your entry into the Film Industry. |
| Where: |
Quality Hotel Sheridan Plaza
295 Sheridan Street
Cairns |
| When: |
The course takes place during evenings and on the weekend. So you can still keep working your Day Job.
Monday night - 1st September 2008
Wednesday night - 3rd September
2008
Thursday night - 4th September 2008
Satuday all day - 6th September 2008
Sunday all day - 7th September 2008
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| Who Should Attend: |
Beginners, Intermediates, Students, Actors, Writers, Producers, Emerging Filmmakers. |
| Who We Are: |
Sydney Film Base's offices are at Screen Australia 101 Eton Road, Lindfield NSW Australia. We have being in business since 1997.
Sydney Film Base is a Film Production Company that delivers
top-quality film courses and workshops all over Australia.
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What will you achieve by attending and participating?
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YOU WILL:
- Be part of a Film Crew on a Real Film on Real
Locations with Actors.
- You DIRECT for part of the shoot and get to do all of the other crew positions on a rotating basis
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YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- Course Book that summarises what it takes to make a film anytime you want to make one after the course.
- Certificate on the final Sunday night of the course
- DVD that includes the film production you have worked on.
YOU WILL KNOW:
- How to develop your film story and format it.
- How to cast your film with the best available actors in your city
- How to produce and organise your film and shoot with small Budgets
- How to operate the camera
- How to get Location Sound
- How to do Three point lighting
- Know how a film is edited
- Which film Festivals to enter
- How to go after film work in the film industry
- How to develop your film career as a full-time money earner, or
- How to become an A -List Film Director or Screenwriter
Course Content & Schedule
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Monday 1st September 2008 |
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(Please arrive by 6pm)
6pm - 6.30pm Registration and Introductions of the 14
Course Participants
6.30pm - 9.30pm - The Screenplay
- How to format a script
- How to generate a three dimensional character
- How to structure the short film story
- Demonstration of the Impro Exploratory technique to develop the story.
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RESULT By 9.30pm we will have developed a five -
seven minute short film story.
Voluntary Homework: Write the first draft script of the story.
Over the years we have found the results of the above
techniques have produced a strong short film story for emerging or beginner Film Makers.
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Wednesday 3rd September 2008 |
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| Static camera shot on a Sydney Film Base production Car Trouble |
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6.30pm - 9.30pm “Producing the Film”
Cast: * How to find the best Actors for your film. * How to conduct a casting.
Crew: The 10 Person Crew. Over the two day shoot
You will revolve through all 10 roles.
Tonight we define the ten roles from Director - Production Runner.
How to find crew for after course projects
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Equipment: We have a tour of the Camera, Lights, Sound, Equipment and Tracks: (itemised below)
All Film Equipment is supplied by Sydney Film Base for the One Week Course
You will know:
- Which equipment you need for future film shoots
- The cost of buying the equipment
- The cost of renting the equipment for Film shoots.
- The cost of hiring professional crew.
Locations:
* How to negotiate locations
* How to find locations for free or for a micro budget
We will shoot the one-week course Short Film in actual locations around Cairns.
9.30pm -10pm - Production Meeting / Script Development
* Production and script issues are addressed for the weekend film project.
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Thursday 4th September 2008 |
6.00pm - 9.30pm - “Technical Aspects of Film Making”
Learn Tonight:
* How to Operate a camera
* How to frame a shot
* How to get great exposure
* How to light a film set
* How to get great location sound
* How to Shot List
* What a Storyboard is
9.30pm -10pm - Production Meeting / Rehearsal
* Production issues are addressed for the weekend film project.
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Experienced actors attending the rehearsal for the short film shoot.
These will be actors who will act in the weekend short film.
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Saturday 6th September 2008 |
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| Marking a shot on a Sydney Film Base course production Suburban Terror |
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9.00am-6pm
- The Film Shoot - Location 1
Today you will work as a crew member on a real film. -Every person revolves through the 10 Person Crew roles. A designated
time is allotted for each crew role. This is 100% hands-on practical.
The practical CREW roles
that you
will do:
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Director
Director of Photography
Camera Assistant
Gaffer
Clapper |
Boom
Sound Recordist
Continuity
Producer Runner
Production Assistant. |
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7.30 - 10pm - Fun Social Dinner - Voluntary
Restaurant TBA. Allow approx. $25.
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Sunday 7th September 2008 |
9.00am - 10.00am - Shoot Analysis Meeting
We consolidate the main points involved in the Shooting Process.
- Scene Covarage
- Location sound
- Lighting
10.00am - 1pm - The Edit and Post Production
See part of the Film Post-Produced
One scene from the film shoot will be:
- Picture edited
- Sound edited
- Colour corrected
- Music added
- Titled
1pm - 2.30pm - Lunch
2.30pm - 6.30pm - “The Film Shoot - Part 2” On Location
In this afternoon film shoot we will shoot an exterior scene.
Every person continues to revolve throughh the 10 Person Crew roles.
A designated time is allotted for each crew role. This is 100% hands on practical.
Professional Equipment
That you will operate and use during the shoot
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JVC HD Pro 720p Camera
Fujin Lens with Converter Wide
Angle
Manfrotto Tripod
Seinheiser Microphone ME66
Rycote Mount
Windshield
Boom Pole |
Radio Microphone
Le pele Mic
Tracks 4 meters
4 x 850 Watt Red Head Lamps
Gels and Spun
3 x Reflectors
Clapperboard |
Post-Production Equipment
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MacBook Pro
Final Cut Pro Studio |
External Drive
DV Deck & Recorder |
6.30pm - 7.00pm - Formal Course Conclusion and Social
Certificates presented with pizzas & drinks (Allow $5 - $10)
This will also be a chance to screen the day's rushes.
Hi I am Colm O'Murchu Since
we started in 1997, we have learned how to produce one of the very best
film courses for potential Film Makers. We have years of experience and
therefore I would like to personally
guarantee that you will have an incredible week, learning how to
be a Film Director. Achieve the following in one week.
- Sydney Film Base Certificate in Film Directing.
- How to find the Best Actors that will act in your film and for nothing.
This improves the quality of your film production dramatically
- How to make your film happen with ease.
I will show you a method that organizes the film
effortlessly.
- Save Thousands of Dollars on your Film Production
All the ways to cut your Cash Budget for your Film to the absolute
Minimum. These secrets will save you thousands of Dollars. . This part
of the course pays itself back 10 times over.
- Have the best value and Quality Camera Equipment for your shoot.
We show you the Camera Lights and Sound Equipment that you need to make
your film look professional and slick and where to get it. We bring in
all of my Professional Camera Equipment to show you.
- We use Profesional Equipment
on the practical exercises and on the Film Shoot during the Course.
This is included in the Course Investment.
- Operate a professional Camera like a Pro
Learn all about Focus Lenses and F-Stops Exposure on our professional HD Pro Camera.
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- Make your film Sound Professional.
Get Crisp present Location Sound with our Sound Equipment. I show you
all the tricks for getting Location Sound. You will never be
embarrassed by your sound quality on your film. We use professional
microphones.
- Why does some American TV Shows like 24 and CSi look so pretty.
Learn how to light your film and make it look awesome and professional
for next to nothing in your lighting setup.
- Make New friends and creative Connections.
We are not one of those courses where nobody interacts and it is
impossible to get to know anyone. We have regular social events that
enrich your social and creative life. This is purely voluntary. Also
you get to know every one on our practical parts of the course.
- You will actually work on a Film Set on Location.
Hey it would not be a Film Course if we did not make a Film.
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- A tight slick Edit makes a Film Come Alive. See before your own eyes
the edit of the Short Film as it is made. We use Final Cut Pro Studio.
- A DVD copy of the Film that you worked on.
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YOU CAN BOOK YOUR ONE WEEK FILM COURSE PLACE
ONLINE AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE
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If you are one of the Following:
- Beginner who wants an exciting career
- Actors who want to know how Films are made
- Short Film Maker who wants to make better Films
- Film
Industry professionals who want to make their own Film
- Writers who want to produce their own Films
- Film Enthusiasts/ Hobbyists who want to learn about Film
...then this is the course for you. |
Listen to Former StudentS |
- " One
year ago I started the Film Makers Course. I had no idea how to make my
first film. In that time I have produced written and directed and acted
in my own 15 minute film . I have crewed on numerous other films and
today I am launching my own Production Company. This all happened as a
direct result of the Film Course "
Pegah Ghaemi.
- "To put it bluntly this course is an inspiration, I still can't
believe how much we got through. I'm still bouncing off the walls with
excitement and have already lined up two collaborations with fellow
students. Colm's teaching makes dreams come true."
- Probir Dutt, Rok Starr Films.
- "If someone wants to learn film making ,
seriously this is for you. It covers mostly everything and I'm amazed
how much I have learnt in seven days. Colm is a legend and he is full
of energy." - Luke Carroll
- “ I’ve completed so many different courses and this is simply the best. Most inspirational and informative "
Helena George
- “ I am now so motivated and have the means and the passion to make my own films.” Fiona Morrison
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A fantastic informative thoroughly enjoyable course for anyone wanting
to make their film look like a million bucks " Michael Walker
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" I've learnt so much in a week. Never thought I could learn how to
film a short in just 7 days. Really enjoyed it. " Remmy Woods
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I would recommend to everyone who likes to make a career out of
filmmaking. The teacher's teaching was excellent" Pratheep Ramachandran
- " Amazing experience of a film set, pre-production and eidting. You are involved all the time " Africa Asencio
- "Do
this course. I am now on the way to my dream career. I have to say it
was a week that changed my life. So much fun , I made some freinds with
similar interest in making films and now we are producing our own
ambitious films." John Schepp
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I had absolutely no idea of the process of film-making and Colm and
Sydney Film Base not only made me feel very welcome but also have
inspired me to believe I can pursue film making further. A brilliant
course." Michelle Papast
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Was a great course! Loved it to bits. I learnt so much more than you
could from a textbook or lecturer, and met a lot of great people. Colm
did an excellent job teaching. Inspired me to continue film-making. "
Leonard Smith
- Exceeded my expectations tenfold
- Adrian Muscat
- Abolutley fantastic, do it, get into it and you will love it and get heaps out of it.
- Lucas Wittingslow
- A Wonderful Opportunity This marvelous course has redefined my direction and fast-tracked my dreams of writing and directing
- Hounour Leigh
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| From The Makeover - a Sydney Film Base production |
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We have strictly limited numbers of 14 people on this course and the course fills up fast.
Most Film Courses Cost anywhere from $3,000 to $30,000. Not Us...
Our Film Directors Course is only...
$1295
(includes 10% GST and we only take 14 people)
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BOOK ON OR BEFORE MONDAY 25th AUGUST 2008 AND SAVE $100
COURSE INVESTMENT DISCOUNTED
$1195
Invest only $495 NOW to reserve
your place.
Pay the balance of $700 on first night of course.
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There are three different methods to invest $495 this week:
- 1. Credit Card. Pay Online via secure Pay Pal
or Phone your card details to 1800131166
- 2. Bank Transfer
- 3. Money Order or Cheque
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Do you dream of an exciting new job and lifestyle?
Both these Film Makers
started with no experience and with no contacts and no money and became
famous successful Film Directors. You can join them when you set
your goals high and take action.
We
now offer and optional Free Coaching Consultancy as part of the One
Week Directors Course. This is where you clarify your goals directions
and actions that you need to take in your film career or film project.
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ONE HOUR FILM CAREER OR FILM PROJECT COACHING FREE
Sydney Film Base will offer you a One Hour Free Coaching Session valued at $190. This is an optional part of the course and is now FREE
- The consultancy occurs during or after the Week Long Course at a suitable time for you.
- At this one-on-one session, we will work out the best strategy for your
film career or film project.
- Your Plan for 2008
- The actions and projects needed to achieve your goals.
- Any specific questions you need answered
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Peter Jackson in New Zealand. Credits include: Bad Taste, the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, King Kong |
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There are three different methods to invest $495 this week:
- 1. Credit Card. Phone your card details or Pay Online via Pay Pal
- 2. Bank Transfer
- 3. Money Order or Cheque
REMEMBER YOU WILL:
- Be part of a Film Crew on a Real Film on Real
Locations with Actors.
- You DIRECT for part of the shoot and get to do all of the other crew positions on a rotating basis.
YOU WILL KNOW:
- How to go after film work in the film industry
- How to develop your film career as a full-time money earner.
- How to become an A -List Film Director or Screenwriter
14 PLACES TOTAL -
Our Cairns Course for this year 2008 starts September 1st
Book early to guarantee your place and save money.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE
If you have any questions please call
1800 13 11 66 (free call)
(9am - 5.30pm ASET)
SYDNEY FILM BASE OFFICE
Screen Australia 101 Eton Road
Lindfield NSW
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