What is an Art Director
Art Directors are responsible for a wide range of production projects specifically related to the artistic design of the film. They act as project managers for the Art Department ensuring that the Production Designer’s creative vision for each location and film set is carried out in a timely manner. The Art Director will help to […]
Pros and Cons of Being a Film Producer
A career in film production may seem like a lot of fun and it very well could be a rewarding opportunity, but it’s important to realize that there will be times when things aren’t all peaches and cherries. A job in film production has its ups and downs. Beverly Boy is outlining the pros and cons […]
Film Crew Hierarchy: A List of Film Crew Positions & Roles
Film crew production teams are large, coordinated groups that consist of several different film crew members, each holding specific film crew positions, responsible for various roles on and off the set. When working anywhere in video production, one of the most challenging tasks early on is understanding the film crew hierarchy and related film crew […]
What Roles Does a Second Unit Director of Photography Have on Set?
The film set is an incredibly busy and powerfully efficient environment where time is money. Each individual on the set has their own roles and responsibilities. Which, together, form a highly effective and efficient work crew. The second unit director of photography represents the second camera crew for a large scale production. And actively engages […]
What is DIT in Film?
There are several major film roles that represent the many helping hands that come together to produce a movie or film. The DIT is one such profession that you may or may not have heard of in the past, but what is DIT in film and what does this individual do on the set? The […]
How to Be a Good Producer
Video production is an extremely competitive industry, and video producers are the first to be recognized for success within the field. However, learning how to be a good producer that stands out in the extremely competitive environment that you work in can be challenging. There’s a lot that stands between becoming a producer and actually […]
Production Assistant Clothing and What NOT to Wear when Working on the Set
Production Assistants frequently wear loose fitting, comfortable clothing that allows them to move freely and functionally around the set. They’ll probably have on a pair of sunglasses most of the time if working outside, and they are likely to be seen in articles that allow for comfort over style. Knowing what production assistants wear when […]
What Does Director of Photography Mean?
The Director of Photography represents one of the most important roles on the film set. This individual is responsible for ensuring that the Director’s vision is perfectly captured on the camera. They direct the camera crew actions, to ensure that the resulting footage is exactly as the vision had depicted. In fact, there are many […]
How Do I Hire a Production Coordinator?
A great production starts with hiring a professional production coordinator that can keep the records and tasks involved with the project in order so that essential duties are appropriately assigned and completed throughout the production. The production coordinator is tasked with the role of keeping the cast and the film crew informed of their jobs […]
What is a Unit Production Manager, and What Skills Do They Use on Set?
The Unit Production Manager works with the location department to provide assistance to the location manager and the assistant location manager. These individuals liaise between the location and the film crew staff making sure that individuals that reside on the property as well as owners or landlords are kept informed of the production events and […]