Screen East in Partnership with EYE Film & Television

An Introduction to TV Production Management

This one day workshop is aimed at those new to the industry and/or looking for an introduction into the role of a TV Production Manager. The emphasis is on Factual TV although there is a drama element. The course will examine aspects of the role from pre to post production, from setting up for a shoot to delivering a programme. This is a practical presentation with down-to-earth advice and guidance including: avoiding common pitfalls, good practice, and the vital qualities needed by a production manager. The afternoon session is totally interactive where delegates apply their knowledge and skills in practical activities.

Date: Thursday, 12th February 2009

Venue: Eye Film & TV, 2 Dove Street, Norwich, NR2 1DE

Booking: Please contact Sue Brody – sue@eyefilmandtv.co.uk

Cost: This course is 100% funded through ERDF, RIFE, and in the case of Norfolk-based businesses and freelances Norfolk County Council funding.

Screen East in Partnership with Soho Editors and NUCA

A Comprehensive Study of Final Cut Pro 6

This a five-day hands-on course introducing delegates to the primary feature set and basic interface of Final Cut Pro. Delegates should have a basic knowledge of the Macintosh OS. The presentation includes an opportunity to achieve an Apple Certified Pro, Level 1 in Final Cut Pro. This qualification can count towards the new Final Cut Studio (FCS) Master Pro certification.

Course Outline is:

Lesson 1 Screening and Marking in the Final Cut Pro Interface

Lesson 2 Editing Clips in the Timeline

Lesson 3 Finishing the Rough Cut

Lesson 4 Trimming to Refine Clip Duration

Lesson 5 Trimming to Refine Sequence

Lesson 6 Refining the Edit Process

Lesson 7 Supporting the Editing Process

Lesson 8 Capturing Footage

Lesson 9 Applying Transitions

Lesson 10 Mixing Audio Tracks

Lesson 11 Creating Titles

Lesson 12 Changing Motion Properties

Lesson 13 Applying Filters

Lesson 14 Finishing and Outputting

Date: Monday, 23rd February 2009 to Friday 27th February 2009 (5 days)

Venue: Screen East, 2 Millennium Plain, Norwich, NR2 1TF

Booking: Please contact Natalie Brady - Natalie@sohoeditorstraining.com

Cost: £1,250.00 plus VAT Funding: If you live and work in the East of England you could be entitled to up to 50% (excl VAT) of the cost of this course (£625.00) from Beyond 2010. Please contact David Wilkinson for further information – d.wilkinson@screeneast.co.uk

Screen East in Partnership with Scenario Films

An Introduction to Film Sales, Marketing and Distribution

This one day workshop is aimed at those new to the industry and/or looking to further understand the processes of effective film sales, marketing and distribution. The workshop will also include a practical opportunity to understand and develop effective pitching technique. The presentation is a balanced mix of presentation and delegate interaction. Topics covered include: Film as a product, pitching, the production chain, the role of the sales agent, principles of marketing a film, the issues and pitfalls of self-marketing and distribution, the commercial distribution of film, distribution marketing plans, marketing tools used by distributors, the cost of cinema releasing, getting the message out.

Date: Thursday, 26th February 2009

Venue: The hat Factory, 65 - 67 Bute Street, Luton, LU1 2EY

Booking: Please contact David Wilkinson – d.wilkinson@screeneast.co.uk

Cost: This course is 100% funded through ERDF, RIFE, and in the case of Norfolk-based businesses and freelances Norfolk County Council funding.

Screen East in Partnership with Adrian Reynolds

Creative Problem Solving for Creatives

If you’re working in or aspiring to work in the Creative Industry your success will be down to one thing – your ability to generate viable ideas. At a time when the economy is in recession and digital technologies are changing the media landscape, there is no better opportunity to boost your creativity. This one day workshop will provide you with the skills to help you become more creative. The presenter – Adrian Reynolds – has spent years exploring what makes some people highly creative. His journey has taken him to the cutting-edge of brain science – and working alongside some of the UK’s leading creative thinkers and innovators. Delegates will leave the workshop having learned new ways to connect with their own creativity and become more confident and focused. The workshop will involve and individual and group activities and because good ideas alone are never enough you’ll be exploring methods to improve the odds of your concepts getting off the ground. This is an event designed for people who are prepared to leave their preconceptions at the door and be provoked into new ways of thinking, doing and being. If you’re up to the challenge this is an ideal opportunity for you to develop your creativity in fun and practical ways.

Date: Tuesday, 3rd March 2009

Venue: Screen East, 2 Millennium Plain, Norwich, NR2 1TF

Booking: Please contact David Wilkinson – d.wilkinson@screeneast.co.uk

Cost: This course is 100% funded through ERDF, RIFE, and in the case of Norfolk-based businesses and freelances Norfolk County Council funding.