The Production Coordinator course defines how to lead and coordinate all aspects of a production office including elements related to prepping, shooting and wrapping of episodic television shows and feature films. This course is intended for local members on the Production Office/Accounting career path and members interested in pursuing the Production Coordinator role. Topics covered include and are not limited to setting up an office, reporting, paperwork (digital and filing), distribution, equipment rental and tracking, asset accrual and tracking, insurance and legal processes, safety considerations, communications with studios, networks, vendors, agents, crew and much more.
Production Coordinator Best Practices
See the whole picture; Learn and execute everything from A-Z
Where do you fit in the production office picture?
Network more effectively; Resume tips, conversation starters and follow-up
You get hired; be prepared to start immediately?
What are the production office needs?
Recognize each document in a mountain of paperwork
Learn how everything is paid for
Understand the pre-production markers
Know Union rules and how a production becomes signatory
Gain an appreciation for the cast and casting
Facilitate rentals and purchases for on-set departments
Transition the office from pre-production to shoot and then wrap
Prepare for a smooth run during the shoot
Understand how to avoid pitfalls and traps in production
Be prepared to prep, be prepared to shoot, be prepared to wrap
DATES: March 13-14, 2021
LOCATION: ABQ, NM
INSTRUCTOR: Carol Kravetz, Production Coordinator
This course is made possible through the IATSE TTF Course Reimbursement Program. If you are interested in this training, contact Local 480 for more information.