Date: Mon, 24 Mar 2003 18:55:47 +0000 Subject: Training Programme March-May 03 From: edinburgh mediabase
Digital Video Tasters - (5 evenings)
The ideal introduction for those with little or no experience of digital filmmaking. The course takes you through the complete production process from concept to screen, using digital cameras and non-linear editing software. "Hands on, practical and relevant". Evening course which runs for five weeks 6 - 9pm.
APRIL: Monday 7th & Tuesday 8th
JUNE: Monday 2nd & Tuesday 3rd
Band 1: �60 / Band 2: �80 / Band 3: �100
Tutor: Keith Bowman - Co-founder of GObO Film and Video Productions, producing films for broadcast and corporate markets. Technical trainer at Edinburgh College of Art. Contributed in a supervisory, operational and training role on over 100 productions during the past 10 years across a wide range of genres and styles..
Canon XL1
Tutorial on Canon's award winning, highly versatile camcorder. Course introduces the features of the XL1, theory and practice of using digital video, 6-9pm.
MAY: Monday 12th
Band 1: �25 / Band 2: �30 / Band 3: �35
Sony DSR500WS
Tutorial to the versatile, widescreen broadcast quality camera and Sony's DVCAM digital tape format. Course covers the camera's extensive range of features and advanced image manipulation options. Suitable for those with some dv experience, 6-9pm.
MAY: Tuesday 13th
Band 1: �30 / Band 2: �35 / Band 3: �40
16mm Camera Assistant
Introduction to Aaton's16mm film camera and ARRI's SRII , the basic procedures of cinematography and the role of the camera assistant. The course covers loading film, lenses, film stock and light exposures. Two night course, 6 - 9pm.
MAY: Monday 19th & Tuesday 20th
Band 1: �40 / Band 2: �50 / Band 3: �60
Lighting
Workshop covers key lighting issues including: contrast, quality, direction, intensity, colour temperature, gels, safety and 3 point lighting. Emphasis on practical problem solving techniques for drama and documentary. Two night course, 6pm - 9pm. MAY: Monday 26th & Tuesday 27th
Band 1: �35 / Band 2: �40 / Band 3: �50
Location Sound Recording
Introduction to a range of location sound recording equipment, and training in its use and value in different sound recording situations. Two night course, 6pm - 9pm. APRIL: Thursday 3rd & Friday 4th
MAY: Thursday 1st & Friday 2nd
Band 1: �35 / Band 2: �40 / Band 3: �50
Tutor: Jonnie Burnett - filmmaker with background in audio recording and music production.
Documentary Workshop
This workshop will follow through the whole process of documentary making from initial idea to final output. Course includes practical camera work and instruction on how to shoot without manipulating the subject. Weekend course, 10am to 5pm. MAY: Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th
Band 1: �60 / Band 2: �80 / Band 3: �100
Tutor: Gail Frater - Lecturer in Audio Visual Studies at Stevenson College. Broadcast history includes 5 X 30" documentaries for BBC1 EX-S series and 6 X 10" documentaries for BBC Choice.
Working with Actors
Weekend workshop for directing actors. Covers a wide range of creative processes and techniques by which directors can work from a script to performance. Participants will be taught theatrical techniques which can be used to great effect in film direction to get the best performances from actors. The second day will be spent exploring these methods with professional actors. The course does not involve camera work.
JUNE: Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th
Band 1: �50 / Band 2: �65 / Band 3: �80
Tutor: Fiona Walton - 14 years in professional theatre. Directed over 42 productions. Now working directing tv drama for BBC
Script Writing
Introduction to the script writing process: how to develop an idea into a completed script, with focus on short film narrative drama. Aim is for students to emerge inspired and armed to begin writing short film screenplays. Feedback and analysis for works-in-progress and completed scripts. Run over two Saturdays, 10am - 5pm. APRIL: Saturday 12th & Saturday 19th
MAY: Saturday 10th & Saturday 17th
Band 1: �50 / Band 2: �65 / Band 3: �80
Tutor: Nigel Smith - Experienced short film writer and producer. Producer for multi award winning Cry for Bobo.
Producing a Short Film
The workshop will lead your through the whole process of producing a low budget short from idea to script to screen to marketing and distribution, 10am to 5pm.
APRIL: Saturday 26th & 27th
MAY: Saturday 24th & 25th
Band 1: �60 / Band 2: � 80 / Band 3: �100
Tutor: Rebecca Knapp - experienced producer of over 20 short films.
i-Movie
An entry level computer editing package. The course involves hands on practical exercises and is the ideal budget editing solution, 6-9pm. APRIL: Friday 18th
MAY: Friday 16th
Band 1: �25 / Band 2: �30 / Band 3: �35
Final Cut Pro on Apple G4 PowerBook
Apple's groundbreaking editing system specifically tailored for use with digital video. System has incredible graphics capabilities delivering professional results 10am - 5pm APRIL: Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th
MAY: Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th
Band 1: �70 / Band 2: �90 / Band 3: �110
Final Cut Pro Advanced
Follow up course exploring the extended possibilities of the powerful editing system. Advanced topics to be covered include motion effects, colour effects, keyframing, video filters and DVD authoring.
APRIL: Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th
MAY: Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th
Band 1: �80 / Band 2: �100 / Band 3: �120
i-Movie, Final Cut Pro Tutor: Tadhg O'Sullivan - Former technician at Galway Film Centre. Freelance editor. Experienced with Discrete Logic Edit, Avid Film Composer, Final Cut Pro, 16mm and 35mm film.
Avid Editing: 2 Day Course
Non-linear editing on industry standard Avid editing system. 10am -5pm. APRIL: Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th
MAY: Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th
Band 1: �70 / Band 2: �100 / Band 3: �130
Avid Tutor: David Hay - Freelance editor and projects officer at Mediabase.
new courses starting next year ...
Steadicam, Music Video production, Filmmaking for the web, Dreamweaver, Flash, Cubase, Photoshop and much more...
Please contact Mediabase to register your interest. t: 0131 220 0220 / e: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
tel 0131 220 0220 for information and bookings
Prices are based on a band system. 1: un-waged/ student
2: low waged/ charitable organisation
3: high waged/ commercial organisation
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