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• FILM 5 Prep Course - Producing is Fun

  • When
    August 21, 2018
  •  
    18:00

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  FILM 5 Prep: Producing is Fun!
  Tuesday August 21st 6pm
  FREE
  Three active and experienced producers will join us to discuss being a creative producer on a short film. Whether you have a budding interest in filmmaking, are a director looking to expand your skill set, or are an emerging producer, all are welcome to attend. Come find out why these three busy producers love their jobs!
  Producer Panel: Lara Cassidy, Morgan Salter, Melani Wood
  

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• The Vintage 16mm Cameras Program

  • Start
    August 25, 2018
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    10:00
  • End
    August 26, 2018
  •  
    17:00
  • Location
    5663 Cornwallis St. Suite 101
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  The Vintage 16mm Cameras Program is a one time initiative focused on the process of working with some of AFCOOP’s more obscure 16mm cameras. The program will culminate with a group installation at this year’s Nocturne: Art at Night Festival where works will be projected on 16mm. This year, Nocturne will be held on the eve of Saturday, October 13.

  Up to 14 participants will take part in an intensive weekend workshop on August 25 & 26 led by instructor Gareth Roberts. During the workshop, participants will learn how to operate a variety of 16mm cameras provided by AFCOOP and NSCAD. The workshop will cover handling, loading film, power requirements as well as basic elements of filming, such as ensuring proper exposure, lenses and filtration, manipulating image and in camera editing techniques. No prior knowledge or experience working with analogue film is necessary to participate. After the workshop, each participant will receive one, 100ft roll of high contrast black and white film as well as one, in-kind two-day rental of any of AFCOOP's 16mm cameras covered in the workshop to shoot their film. Films are expected to be edited in-camera and submitted to AFCOOP by September 20 to be sent off for development. A test projection of the films will be presented the week before Nocturne. During the festival, films will be screened as a loop presentation rear-projected onto AFCOOP's front window.

  Price: $150/$175 including HST (members/non-members) 
  Instructor:Gareth Roberts

  Gareth Roberts has worked in the camera field for over 20 years and currently works as a camera operator.  He has an interest in old 16mm cameras and is interested in sharing what he knows.

  Price includes:

  - weekend intensive workshop
  - test film from the workshop
  - 100ft roll of black and white film
  - 2-day rental of analog cameras
  - shipping and processing of film
  - showcasing opportunity in Nocturne 2018
  - a digital version of ones project captured by AFCOOP
  - 100ft roll of vintage 16mm colour reversal film to be used for future projects
  - one, 2-day free rental of any camera covered in the workshop, after the workshop’s completion
  
  Participation in the program is first come first served and has a cap of 14 participants.

  
  

  
  

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• FILM 5 Prep Course - Short Film Panel Discussion

  • When
    August 28, 2018
  •  
    18:00

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  FILM 5 Prep: Short Film Panel Discussion
  Tuesday August 28th 6pm
  FREE
  Join us for a panel discussion on the art of the short film with local auteurs Heather Young. Sol Nagler and Winston DeGiobbi.
  

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• FILM 5 Prep Course - Finding Your Voice

  • When
    September 04, 2018
  •  
    18:00

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  FILM 5 Prep: Finding Your Voice with special guest
  Tuesday September 4th 6pm
  FREE
  Join renowned special guest, actress and film creative, to narrow in on what makes your voice and vision unique.
  

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• FILM 5 Info Session

  • When
    September 11, 2018
  •  
    18:00

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  FILM 5 Screening & Info Session
  Tuesday September 11th, 6pm
  FREE
  Get your last minute FILM 5 application questions answered at this info session.
  

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• Intro to Filmmaking

  • When
    October 02, 2018
  •  
    18:00 - 21:00
  • Location
    5663 Cornwallis St. 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.

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

  INSTRUCTOR: TBD

  
  

  
  

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• Intro Series Package

  • Start
    October 02, 2018
  •  
    18:00
  • End
    November 23, 2018
  •  
    21:00
  • Location
    5663 Cornwallis St. Suite 101
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    15

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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!
  

  NEW PRICE: $225/275 including HST (AFCOOP members / non-members)
  

  Non members should consider purchasing an Associate Membership which saves $10 (associate membership costs $40 including tax)

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

  Intro to Filmmaking
  Oct. 2nd, 6pm - 9pm

  Intro to Screenwriting 
  Oct. 9th, 6pm - 9pm

  Intro to Directing
  Oct. 16th, 6pm - 9pm

  Intro to Producing 
  Oct. 23rd , 6pm - 9pm

  Intro to Cinematography 
  Oct. 30th, 6pm -9pm

  Intro to Sound Recording
  Nov. 6th, 6pm - 9pm

  Intro to Editing 
  Nov. 13th, 6pm - 9pm

  
  

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• Intro to Screenwriting

  • When
    October 09, 2018
  •  
    18:00 - 21:00
  • Location
    5663 Cornwallis St. 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.

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

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• Intro to Directing

  • When
    October 16, 2018
  •  
    18:00 - 21:00
  • Location
    5663 Cornwallis St. Suite 101
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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. 
  

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

  INSTRUCTOR: Nicole Steeves
  Nicole Steeves is a Writer/Director/Actor. She has written and directed six short films and two feature films. Her first feature, Head Space was made possible through the 1K WAVE ATLANTIC program created by WIFT-AT and Ingrid Veninger of pUNK Films. Her most recent feature, Aliens with Knives (Co-Directed with Struan Sutherland) was created in partnership with Cinema 902 and Eastlink Television and is currently starting its festival run. Nicole is one of the five winners of the 2017 national screenwriting competition From Our Dark Side. She was also the winner of the 2015 WIFT Pitch Competition for her project Getaway. Along with co-writer Struan Sutherland and producer Andre Pettigrew, Nicole became one of the CineCoup Top 15 finalists in Canada with their concept for Namas-DIE. Gnaw, a short film created for Cinecoup was picked by Telefilms Not Short On Talent Program and screened at Clermont Ferrand short film market

  
  

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• Intro to Producing

  • When
    October 23, 2018
  •  
    18:00 - 21:00
  • Location
    5663 Cornwallis St. 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 is essential understanding what it takes. 

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

  INSTRUCTOR: TBD

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• Intro to Cinematography

  • When
    October 30, 2018
  •  
    18:00 - 21:00
  • Location
    5663 Cornwallis St. 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. 

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

  Instructor: Halley Davies
  Halley Davies is a freelance filmmaker and I.A.T.S.E. 667 camera assistant. Her love for cinematography and storytelling drew her to NSCAD University where she completed a BFA in Film. Since then she has worked on numerous sets, both as a DP and camera assistant. She enjoys the energy and challenge of being a camera assistant for large productions where she can have hands-on experience with specialized gear and cameras. Her innate creativity brings her back behind the camera where she explores lighting and camerawork to tell a story.

  
  

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• Intro to Sound Recording

  • When
    November 06, 2018
  •  
    ? - 16:30
  • Location
    5663 Cornwallis St. Suite 101
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    15

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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!

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

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• Intro to Editing

  • When
    November 13, 2018
  •  
    18:00 - 21:00
  • Location
    5663 Cornwallis St. 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. 

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

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