Better video skills in the Youtube age
VIDEO-MAKING is becoming one of the most important skills on the planet thanks to the explosion of capacity on the internet for “moving pictures” that market products and services, and an ever-growing hunger from the public for better quality information packaged in slick clips.
Dubbo Filmmakers is an informal group that welcomes filmmakers of all levels – from complete novice to expert – from all over the Dubbo region and beyond. The crew is determined those skills in this region should be top notch and have scheduled a number of film workshops, with industry professional facilitators.
The club believes it’s a great opportunity to learn new skills, build on your existing skills and network. These courses are heavily subsidised by a grant from Create NSW and sponsorship from the Western Plains Cultural Centre.
Filmmakers course coordinator Kellie Jennar said the ability to create video content for the purpose of business, education, entertainment, personal branding or sharing of information has become essential in the 21st century.
“These abilities are just as, if not more, important in regional and rural cities where there are vast distances to cover and limited access for some services,” Ms Jennar told Dubbo Photo
“Create NSW recognises the unique barriers and talents in regional and rural NSW towns, and as such, have awarded a grant to the Dubbo Filmmakers to coordinate a number of industry professional workshops, with professional filmmakers and lecturers travelling to Dubbo to facilitate these courses.
“These courses are presented in partnership with the Western Plains Cultural Centre, who support and celebrate filmmaking in the Orana region,” she said.
There is even an opportunity to be a producer of a short film (under the guidance of a mentor) and receive a screen credit to add to your portfolio.
Two-day Producer Workshop for Video and Screen Creators
z December 8-9, 2018, 9am-5pm each day
z Do you make videos, short films, music videos, or screen content for online? Then this course is for you.
z As a content maker/producer, you need to be aware of your legal obligations regarding cast and crew (including volunteers), insurance, copyright, permissions, screen credits, and so much more. Margaret Tillson, a current film and TV producer, will take you through the A-Z of producing short form content.
z More info and to book at 2-day-producing.eventbrite.com.au
z Participants will be given the opportunity to produce a short film (optional). If you are interested in being a producer of a short film in this project, please contact Kellie via dubbofilmmakers@gmail.com
One-day Directing Workshop with Megan Riakos
z Saturday, December 15, 2018, 9am-5pm z Participants will learn how to direct actors for screen as well as how to prepare for the shoot. As a practical workshop, participants will be given the opportunity to practice their directing skills with local actors. z More info and to book at 1-daydirecting.eventbrite.com.au