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FLM 104 - Production Management


Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours

Prerequisites: FLM 106  

 
Description
This course introduces students to problem-solving techniques and technical tools used to manage a production for the television and film industry. Students learn to read and manage a call sheet as well as several other documents necessary in film production. Students also learn skills necessary to become a production assistant in the film industry.


Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

  1. Define the job responsibilities of a production assistant.
  2. Identify necessary components to write a call sheet.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to break down a script.
  4. Manage all aspects of a film production, including finding solutions to problems arising during production.
  5. Utilize the daily schedule to map the film team’s production goals.
Listed Topics
  1. Call sheet
  2. Script breakdown
  3. Movie scheduling program
  4. Permit applications and securing locations
  5. The flow of a film day
  6. Errand runs
  7. Petty cash management
  8. Hierarchy of a film set
Reference Materials
Lecture, films, videos, textbooks, cameras and film equipment
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 3/16/2022


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