In this class we will go over the essential skills or “basics” that nearly all crafts need to know. This class is designed to apply to a wide variety of crafts and be useful for both the novice and experienced crewmember. The beginning portion of the day will be a brief classroom section discussing good set etiquette, radio protocol, time sheet pointers, and handy tricks of the trade. Then we’ll move on to various hands-on sections including knot-tying, ratchet straps, truck loading and weight distribution, and basic power tool handling and implementation.

• General set etiquette

• Radio etiquette and protocol

• Film lingo/slang sheets

• How to fill out a timecard (pointers and troubleshooting)

• Handy Tricks of the Trade

• Safety on set

• Knot tying

• Basic Power Tool Handling and Implementation

  • Screw Gun

  • Cordless Drill

  • Staple Gun

  • Air Compressor

  • Circular Saw

  • Reciprocating Saw

• Hand signals for aiding trucks/vehicles backing up

• Truck loading/packing

• How to coil cable

• Safety with ladders

DATE: December 5, 2021

LOCATION: Allston, MA

INSTRUCTOR: Travis Trudell (Best Boy & Electrician) & Tom Killberg (Gaffer, Generator Operator, Lighting Technician)

This course is made possible through the IATSE TTF Course Reimbursement Program. If you are interested in this training, contact Local 481 for more information.