ON SET 3 DAY FILMMAKING EXPERIENCE

NEXT WORKSHOP DATES TBD

IN THIS 3-DAY IMMERSIVE WORKSHOP:

– Learn the basics of being a Production Assistant – the most common entry-level position on a film crew.

– Work alongside working filmmakers in the making of a short film.

– Gain practical on-set film production experience.

– Learn how the various departments such as Grip & Electric, Sound, Camera, and Art work together and how best to assist in those departments.

– Build invaluable professional connections within the MN film community.

– Be eligible for paid PA positions on incoming film productions.

Friday, September 15th

12 pm – 5 pm, presentation from UMFO and Lost Forty Studios, and introductions to instructors.

Saturday, September 16th

Call-time at 10 am, wrap at 5 pm. (specific times subject to change)

Sunday, September 17th

Call-time at 10 am, wrap at 5 pm. (specific times subject to change)

DAY ONE – INTRODUCTIONS

From the concept of our project all the way through our plan of execution, you’ll meet the instructors and learn on-set protocols for each department so that everyone is prepped and ready to make our film.

DAY TWO & THREE – SHOOT

“There’s nothing like a good ol’ film light in a fogged-up studio.”

Filming in controlled environments, all participants will be hands-on under the guidance of the department leads, switching between departments throughout the day, making it happen.

Post-Production

“That’s a wrap!” Students will be sent a link to the final product to reference!

INSTRUCTORS

This workshop will be led by LOST FORTY STUDIOS and a revolving team of professional filmmakers from the MN film community.

Nickolaus Swedlund, PROGRAM DIRECTOR, co-founder at Lost Forty Studios

Matt Roy, PROGRAM PRODUCER, co-founder at Lost Forty Studios

Erin Roberts, WORKSHOP DIRECTOR, freelance actor, director, content developer.

COST $50 – please email exec@uppermidwestfilmtv.org for scholarship information.

CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED In order to be sure you receive as much individual, hands-on instruction, we are keeping this class small.

SIGN UP TODAY!

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS – ATTENDEES MUST:

Be over 18 years old at the time of the event (accommodations can be made with parental or legal guardian approval).

Be able to lift over 25 lbs.

Follow verbal directions.

Maintain a positive attitude.

Thrive in a highly social environment.

Actively participate for the duration of the event.

This program is a presentation of UMFO in partnership with Minnesota North and the IRRRB

This program is a presentation of UMFO in partnership with Minnesota North, the IRRRB, and the Blandin Foundation.