For over a year I worked as a full-time production assistant on a lifestyle television series, it was a very long and busy year. I am writing this post because working as a Production Assistant in lifestyle is very different from working as a Production Assistant in film. Check out Working as a Production Assistant […]
Introducing Acting
We have decided to start dedicating some of our time to introducing acting to the site. You can’t really make movies without good actors and it only seems right that we start to explore that world. There is a lot to learn when it comes to acting and there are many different styles and approaches […]
Super Moon 2012
How to Film School stepped outside on May 5, 2012 and spotted a larger and brighter moon, a super moon! It was beautiful, tough to get a good shot of it. Hope you all got to get a glimpse at it too!
Free Daily Production Report
We have added a Daily Production Report to the Free Stuff section of our site! The Daily Production Report or DPR as it is commonly referred to, is a document that the 2nd Assistant Director fills out at the end of every shoot day. The DPR informs of the amount of film or cards shot, […]
Working as a 3rd Assistant Director
The 3rd Assistant Director, also known as the TAD, has the main responsibility of assisting the 1st Assistant Director and the 2nd Assistant Director. The following list outlines the responsibilities of the 3rd but know that this list can grow depending on the size of the project and the amount of background talent being used. […]
Free Expense Report
An Expense Report has been added to our Free Stuff section! Use expense reports to track all spending that is done on a production. If you spend your own money or the productions you should fill out an expense report and send it to accounting. All expense reports should be accompanied by receipts to show […]
Working as a 2nd Assistant Director
As the 2nd Assistant Director, your first responsibility is to report to the 1st AD. The 1st will be the person you always report to and help directly. The 2nd Assistant Director is more of a behind the scenes person, you don’t spend much time on the actual floor unless you are checking in with […]
Working as a Gaffer: What Does a Gaffer do?
This is an in-depth blog breaking down Working as a Gaffer in film and television. Please comment below. As a reader it is your responsibility to help us make this post better! What is it missing? Have any questions? What Is A Gaffer? The Gaffer (gaffer definition) (Chief Lighting Technician) is the Lighting Technician on a […]
10 Shows Cancelled Too Soon
Everyone has their list of shows cancelled and gone too soon, I have put together my list of ten shows that I think deserved another season or more. I always like to see where my list differs from others, let me know in the comments below if I left off one of your favorites. Shows […]
5 Ways to Keep the Sound Guy Happy
Photo Credit: VideoVillain! One of the most overlooked departments on a film set is sound. The sound department for some reason is forgotten or not thought of at all, but they happen to be one of the most important departments on a film set. As a member of the grip and lighting departments there are several […]
Script Breakdown
When it comes to a script breakdown there are multiple categories to consider. You can use programs such as Movie Magic Scheduling, which can be purchased on amazon or Final Draft Tagger, also available on amazon. These pieces of software are and amazing help for your script breakdown but if you cannot afford the software […]
Free Script Breakdown Sheets
A free script breakdown sheet has been added to the free stuff section for our readers! To learn more about breaking down scripts and making use of these breakdown sheets check out our post on Script Breakdowns. This is a very detailed post that goes through the ins and outs of breaking down a script, give […]
