Basics Film-Making 01: Producing
Published on 24. November 2008
Book
Paperback/Softback
176 pages
978-2-940373-57-4 (ISBN)
Description
This title examines the many facets of the producer's role. It gives a dynamic overview of the realities of producing film today, exploring the process from development through to post-production and distribution.
Reviews / Votes
"Contemporary, well written and accessible." - Fred Samia, School of Visual, Performing and Communication Arts, Chaffey College, USA. "Very accessible for all students who want to embark on a career in film. Gives a very sound overview of the roles and responsibilities." - Michael Smith, Leeds College of Art and Design, UK.More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Lausanne
Switzerland
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
200 colour illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 230 mm
Width: 160 mm
Weight
540 gr
ISBN-13
978-2-940373-57-4 (9782940373574)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Charlotte Worthington
Basics Film-Making 01: Producing
E-Book
01/2009
1st Edition
AVA Publishing
€23.99
Available for download
Person
Charlotte Worthington is course leader in Film and Digital Media Production at London Metropolitan University. She has worked extensively as a producer and director in the UK television industry. As well as a practising film-maker and writer, Charlotte also works as a creative consultant.
Content
How to get the most out of this book. Introduction. The Producer: The role; Different types of producer; The production process; The production team. The Basics: Producer greats: Lois Weber; Copyright; Legal, ethical and practical issues; Health and safety; Shooting formats; Budget; Exhibition and distribution. Producing commentary: Producer greats: Susan Fromke; The team; Documentary styles; Development; Proposal and treatment; Budget; Pre-production; Production; Post-production; Case study: The producer/director. Producing drama: Producer greats: Matthew Weiner; The team; Development; Pre-production; Production/principle photography; Post-production; Case study: The creative producer. Producing magazine shows: Producer greats: Various; Types of TV format programmes; What is a magazine show?; The team; The production schedule; Production; Post-production; An example weekly magazine programme; Case-study: The executive producer. Learning curves: Producer greats: Andrew Eaton; Oliver Goodrum - Breathing in; Joao Tristao - Ambulance Blogger; Daniel and Jesse Quinones - Cage Fighter; Daniel and Jesse Quinones - Cold Calling. Conclusion. Glossary. Acknowledgements and credits.