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• FILM 5 Production Manager's Intensive

  • Start
    January 18, 2020
  •  
    10:00
  • End
    January 19, 2020
  •  
    17:00
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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  This workshop is open to the public as a part of the FILM 5 and Trainee programs.
   

  Proper management is an important component of realizing your creative vision. This two-day crash course will teach participants about the organizational tools that help a production to run smoothly and how to manage potential production problems. Topics covered include the role of the Production Manager and team, script breakdown, budgeting, cost reporting, hiring personnel, locations and money management. Bring a calculator – there will be lots of hands-on examples.
  
  Instructor: Melani Wood
  
  

  Note: Required for FILM 5 Production Coordinator trainee
  
  

  Day 1: Jan 18th, 10am - 5pm

  Day 2: Jan 19th, 10am - 5pm
  
  

  Price: $180/220 (AFCOOP members / non-members)

  
  

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• Intro to Filmmaking

  • When
    January 28, 2020
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    18:00 - 21:30
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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  This workshop introduces participants to the elements needed to make an independent film. Participants will walk through the filmmaking process from beginning to end. In addition they will receive a better understanding of the various jobs on a film set and how they work in conjunction with each other. A special focus will be made on the tools and resources that are available for making films in Nova Scotia.
  
  Please note dates are tentative and subject to change, workshops may be added or removed depending on registration numbers and interest.
  

  VENUE ACCESSIBILITY: AFCOOP is located on the main floor of 1531 Grafton St. Upon request a ramp can be set up over the two concrete steps leading up to our main entrance. There are two gender neutral washrooms located inside our office space.
  

  Price: $45/55 including HST (AFCOOP members / non-members)

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• Intro Series Package

  • Start
    January 28, 2020
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  • End
    March 24, 2020
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    1531 Grafton St. Suite 101
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  AFCOOP’s Intro Package is a series of intro workshops designed to give participants a balanced overview of independent film production and the elements involved in creating a project from first draft to final edit. If you want to learn how to make a film, this package is for you!

  
  VENUE ACCESSIBILITY: AFCOOP is located on the main floor of 1531 Grafton St. Upon request a ramp can be set up over the two concrete steps leading up to our main entrance. There are two gender neutral washrooms located inside our office space.
  
  

  PRICE: $280/350 including HST (AFCOOP members / non-members)
  

  
  Please note dates are tentative and subject to change, workshops may be added or removed depending on registration numbers and interest.
  
  

  The Intro series is sold at a discount when purchased as a package and includes the following 7 workshops:

  Intro to Filmmaking
  January 28th, 6pm - 9:30pm

  Intro to Screenwriting 
  February 4th, 6pm - 9:30pm

  Intro to Directing
  February 18th, 6pm - 9:30pm

  Intro to Producing 
  February 25th, 6pm - 9:30pm

  Intro to Cinematography
  March 10th, 6pm - 9:30pm
  
  

  Intro to Sound
  March 17th, 6pm - 9:30pm
  
  

  Intro to Editing
  March 24th, 6pm - 9:30pm

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• FILM 5 Assistant Directing Intensive

  • When
    February 01, 2020
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    10:00 - 17:00
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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  This workshop is open to the public as a part of the FILM 5 and Trainee programs. 
  
  

  This one-day workshop will cover the specific functions of the AD team and provide an overview of how the AD team organizes an efficient independent film. Pre-production and production requirements will be discussed in detail including script breakdown, shooting schedules, on-set responsibilities, and co-ordination of the cast and crew.
  
  Instructor: Nicole Steeves
  
  

  Note: Required for FILM 5 Assistant Director trainees
  
  

  Price: $90/110 (AFCOOP members / non-members)

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• FILM 5 Emergency First Aid on Set

  • When
    February 02, 2020
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    10:00 - 17:00
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101

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  This workshop is open to the public as a part of the FILM 5 and Trainee programs. 
  
  This workshop will cover the lifesaving essentials of any life-threatening medical emergency, with particular emphasis on how to deal with scenarios while working on a film set! You'll learn how to properly perform Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and how to deal with: heart attacks, strokes, choking, how to use a defibrillator, and more. This eight hour course is an asset to any work place and will provide recognized certification in Emergency First Aid/CPR.
  
  

  Price: $90/110 (AFCOOP members / non-members)

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Intro to Screenwriting

  • When
    February 04, 2020
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    18:00 - 21:30
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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  A study of screenwriting both technically and creatively, this course is ideal for novice writers with little or no experience. Participants will learn how the elements of story (plot, conflict, theme, dialogue, and character development) are used specifically for film. This course will also cover technical details such as formatting and film specific writing techniques. This workshop will give you the boost you need to dive in, or fix up your next great project.
  
  Participants are encouraged (but not required) to bring a short film idea to be discussed if time permits.
  
  

  VENUE ACCESSIBILITY: AFCOOP is located on the main floor of 1531 Grafton St. Upon request a ramp can be set up over the two concrete steps leading up to our main entrance. There are two gender neutral washrooms located inside our office space.

  
  Price: $45/55 including HST (AFCOOP members / non-members)

  
  

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• FILM 5 Art Department Intensive

  • Start
    February 08, 2020
  •  
    10:00
  • End
    February 09, 2020
  •  
    17:00
  • Location
    5663 Cornwallis St. Suite 101
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  This workshop is open to the public as a part of the FILM 5 and Trainee programs. 
  
  

  This Art Department Intensive workshop will centre around what it takes to properly understand and break down a script in Art Department terms. We will look at the roles within the art department, the conceptual sketches and ideas that designers produce, the layers involved in putting sets together, and how colour affects the visceral response of a set.
  
  Instructor: Luke Merdsoy
  
  

  Note: Required for FILM 5 Art Department trainee 
  
  

  Day 1: Feb 8th, 10am - 5pm

  Day 2: Feb 9th, 10am - 5pm
  
  

  Price: $180/220 (AFCOOP members / non-members)

  
  

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• FILM 5 Role of the DMT

  • When
    February 11, 2020
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    18:00 - 21:30
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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    20

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  In this workshop you will learn what the DMT is responsible for, how to handle digital files on-set, the essentials of backing up and what software to use.
  
  Instructor: Andrew Coll
  
  

  Note: Required for FILM 5 DMT trainee
  
  

  Price: $45/55 (AFCOOP members / non-members)

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• FILM 5 Post-Production Workflow

  • When
    February 13, 2020
  •  
    18:00 - 21:30
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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  This workshop is open to the public as a part of the FILM 5 and Trainee programs.
  
  What happens after all the filming has wrapped up? The post-production team goes to work! This workshops will explore the overall post-production workflow for a short film. Participants will be given an overview of the role of the DMT, off-line vs. on-line editing, colour correction, sound design, foley, audio mixing and deliverable formats.
  
  Instructor: Shawn Beckwith 
  
  

  Note: Required for FILM 5 Assistant Editor trainees
  
  

  Price: $45/55 (AFCOOP members / non-members)

  
  

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• FILM 5 Lighting & Grip Intensive

  • When
    February 15, 2020
  •  
    10:00 - 17:00
  • Location
    180 Thornhill Drive, Dartmouth NS B3B 1V3
  • Spaces left
    15

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  This workshop is open to the public as a part of the FILM 5 and Trainee programs. 
  
  

  Come to learn the fundamentals of on set electric and grip practices in this exciting full day workshop. In this course, our industry professional will provide instruction in distribution systems, working with various lighting fixtures, basic theory and much more. 
  
  

  This workshop will be taking place at William F. Whites. This will allow you to work with professional equipment as well as help you become familiar with the rental facility!
  
  

  Note: Required for FILM 5 Grip & Electrical trainee
  
  Price: $90/110 (AFCOOP members / non-members)

  Day 1: March 7th, 10am- 5pm

  Day 2: March 8th, 10am- 5pm

   

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• Intro to Directing

  • When
    February 18, 2020
  •  
    18:00 - 21:30
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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    20

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  This workshop will explore the tools and techniques available to a director to create projects from script to screen. The workshop will touch on elements like working with actors, visual storytelling, sound design, and the directors’ role in post-production. If you want to be a director, this workshop is for you.
  
  Please note dates are tentative and subject to change, workshops may be added or removed depending on registration numbers and interest. 

  
  VENUE ACCESSIBILITY: AFCOOP is located on the main floor of 1531 Grafton St. Upon request a ramp can be set up over the two concrete steps leading up to our main entrance. There are two gender neutral washrooms located inside our office space.
  
  

  Price: $45/55 including HST (AFCOOP members / non-members)

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• FILM 5 Set Etiquette Workshop

  • When
    February 19, 2020
  •  
    17:00 - 21:00
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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    14

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  This workshop is open to the public as a part of the FILM 5 and Trainee programs. 
  

  Learn all about the jargon, the do's and don’ts and find out what to expect your first time on a film set. This course is required for all on set FILM 5 trainees and is included as part of the FILM 5 application fee. If you have previously taken this course, you are not required to take it again.  

  This workshop will run from 5 - 9pm.
  

  (Required for all FILM 5 Trainees)

  Price: $60 (for AFCOOP members and non-members)
  

  Instructor: Jenny Reeves

  Jenny Reeves has been a member of IATSE Local 849 representing Motion Picture Technicians in Maritime Canada for 7 years in the craft service department. She was organized into the local in 2011 and now serves the organization as President. She also serves as the co-chair of the Nova Scotia Federation of Labour Anti-Racism and Human Rights Committee.

  Since Becoming President of Local 849 in 2017, Jenny has undertaken strategies within the local to organize and grow the membership. She is committed to continuing education and has recently received a Diploma from the IATSE Executive Officers Training Institute and earned a certificate in the Women in Leadership Program at Cornell University. Passionate about safety and equality, Jenny actively promotes anti-harassment initiatives and diversity and inclusion within the industry. She started teaching Set Etiquette and Set Safety workshops within the local and for other industry organizations such as AFCOOP, NB Film Co-op, and the NSCC Screen Arts program.
  

  Before going into the film world, Jenny worked in various other industries including forestry, manufacturing, construction and the oilfield.
  

  Jenny lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia with her partner Kimberley and their dog Ziggy. She works full time in her craft as well as helping out with the family forestry business and undertaking her duties to the local. In her downtime she enjoys cooking, camping and other outdoor activities such as paddling and snowshoeing.
  

  
  
  

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• FILM 5 Continuity & Script Supervision

  • When
    February 20, 2020
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    18:00 - 21:30
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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    15

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  The Script Supervisor is an essential role on a professional film set. Learn from an industry professional about continuity and matching, what to watch for during filming, and how script continuity contributes to the quality and effectiveness of a film.
  
  Instructor: Maggie Thomas
  
  

  Note: Required for FILM 5 Continuity Trainees.
  
  

  Price: $45/55 (AFCOOP members / non-members)

  
  

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• FILM 5 Camera Assistant's Intensive

  • Start
    February 22, 2020
  •  
    10:00
  • End
    February 23, 2020
  •  
    17:00
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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  This workshop is open to the public as a part of the FILM 5 and Trainee programs.
  
  

  This two-day course covers the tasks associated with a being a 1st assistant camera, loader and trainee as well as the basics of camera operation. Topics covered include the working relationship with the DOP, focus pulling, slating, marking, reports, loading, light meters roles in the department, the industry as a whole and the next steps to take, priorities of an assistant – Setting up camera, changing locations, which gear to take first, weather gear and so much more.
  
  Instructor: Mike Snider
  
  

  Note: Required for FILM 5 Camera Assistant trainee 
  
  

  Day 1: Feb 22nd, 10am - 5pm

  Day 2: Feb 23rd, 10am - 5pm
  
  

  Price: $180/220 (AFCOOP members / non-members)

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• Intro to Producing

  • When
    February 25, 2020
  •  
    18:00 - 21:30
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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  This workshop will go over the Producer's role in independent film production. Whether you want to go into producing or production management, or even just to be able to produce your own work, this workshop has the essentials in understanding what it takes.
  

  
  Please note dates are tentative and subject to change, workshops may be added or removed depending on registration numbers and interest.
  

  
  VENUE ACCESSIBILITY: AFCOOP is located on the main floor of 1531 Grafton St. Upon request a ramp can be set up over the two concrete steps leading up to our main entrance. There are two gender neutral washrooms located inside our office space.
  
  Price: $45/55 Including HST (AFCOOP members / non-members)

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• FILM 5 Location Sound Recording

  • When
    February 29, 2020
  •  
    10:00 - 17:00
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
  • Spaces left
    18

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  This workshop is open to the public as a part of the FILM 5 and Trainee programs. 
  
  

  Build a foundation for location sound recording in this informative workshop. In this course, our industry professional will provide instruction in technique, equipment and basic theory.
  
  

  Note: Required for FILM 5 Sound Recordist trainee
  
  

  Price: $90/110 (AFCOOP members / non-members)

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• FILM 5 Trainee Meet & Greet

  • When
    March 05, 2020
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    18:00 - 20:00
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101

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  The trainee meet and greet is designed to help FILM 5 teams meet with potential trainees so that the best possible matches are made. This is an opportunity for trainees to approach FILM 5 teams and express interest in working on their project. 
  
  

  The trainee meet and greet also functions as a networking event giving everyone involved a chance to get to know each other producing possible future working relationships. 
  
  

  The trainee meet and greet is only open to trainees and members of the FILM 5 program. 
  
  

  Price: FREE

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• Intro to Cinematography

  • When
    March 10, 2020
  •  
    18:00 - 21:30
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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  This workshop is designed to give participants a balanced understanding of the elements involved in recording moving images for film. Participants will learn the theory of creating an image, working with the camera, working with the lighting department, and a brief overview of the equipment and tools used to create compelling imagery.

  
  Please note dates are tentative and subject to change, workshops may be added or removed depending on registration numbers and interest.
  
  VENUE ACCESSIBILITY: AFCOOP is located on the main floor of 1531 Grafton St. Upon request a ramp can be set up over the two concrete steps leading up to our main entrance. There are two gender neutral washrooms located inside our office space.
  
  

  Price: $45/$55 including HST (AFCOOP members / non-members)

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• Intro to Sound Recording

  • When
    March 17, 2020
  •  
    18:00 - 21:30
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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  A study of the principals of sound, this workshop will cover the art, technique and theory of sound recording for film. The workshop will cover the theory of on-set sound recording, sound foley (reproduced sound), and sound design. Sound is an important part of your project so you can’t afford to miss this information packed workshop!
  
  Please note dates are tentative and subject to change, workshops may be added or removed depending on registration numbers and interest.
  
  VENUE ACCESSIBILITY: AFCOOP is located on the main floor of 1531 Grafton St. Upon request a ramp can be set up over the two concrete steps leading up to our main entrance. There are two gender neutral washrooms located inside our office space.
  
  Price: $45/$55 including HST (AFCOOP members / non-members)

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• Intro to Editing

  • When
    March 24, 2020
  •  
    18:00 - 21:30
  • Location
    1531 Grafton Street, Suite 101
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  This workshop will cover the nuanced and intricate process of editing a film. Participants will learn about various editing styles and how they can affect the film as a whole, as well as different techniques to achieve these styles. 
  
  Please note dates are tentative and subject to change, workshops may be added or removed depending on registration numbers and interest.
  
  VENUE ACCESSIBILITY: AFCOOP is located on the main floor of 1531 Grafton St. Upon request a ramp can be set up over the two concrete steps leading up to our main entrance. There are two gender neutral washrooms located inside our office space.
  
  Price: $45/$55 including HST (AFCOOP members / non-members)

  
  

  
  

  
  

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