5-Day Workshop

Introduction

The 5 day workshop includes additional modules on Greenscreen and Special Effects. Students will also be invited to pitch their movie ideas.

In addition to the free video editing softwarefree audio mastering software and free script writing software, each student will receive a portfolio of their work. This portfolio will be required should they wish to apply for third level courses in Film or Media production after the Leaving Certificate Examination.

Cost Per Person: € 25 Per Day

Additional information on the schedule of the 5 day workshop can be seen by clicking on the class times below

Day 1

  • Tripod Workshop
    • Why use a tripod?
    • Unfolding and setting up a tripod in the best location
    • The tripod plate
    • Connecting a camera to the tripod 
  • Cinematography Workshop
    • The rule of thirds
    • Panning and movement
    • Close-ups and wide shots
  • Film Crew Roles
  • Choosing Cast and Crew
  • Choosing Scripts
  • Team 1 & Team 3 filming their chosen scripts.
  • Team 2 & Team 4 are cast in the above films. 
  • Finish Filming
  • Pack Away Equipment
  • Upload Sound and Video Files from SD Cards. 

Day 2

  • Lighting Workshop
    • Creating mood
    • Colour and shadow
    • 3 point lighting
  • Audio Workshop
  • I’ll just have water!
  • Team 2 & Team 4 filming their chosen scripts.
  • Team 1 & Team 3 are cast in the above films. 
  • Finish Filming
  • Pack Away Equipment
  • Upload Sound and Video Files from SD Cards. 

Day 3

  • Green-screen and Chromakey Workshop
  • ‘Pitching a Movie’ Workshop
  • Team 1 & Team 3 Pick-ups & Re-shoots 
  • Finish Filming
  • Pack Away Equipment
  • Upload Sound and Video Files from SD Cards. 

Day 4

  • Video Editing Workshop
  • Screenwriting Workshop
  • Teams 2 & 4 Pick-ups and Re-shoots
  • Finish Filming
  • Pack Away Equipment
  • Upload Sound and Video Files from SD Cards

Day 5

  • SOFTWARE WORKSHOP
  • Video Editing Software
  • Audio Mastering Software
  • Screenwriting Software
  • View all 4 Films
  • View Blooper Reels.
  • Presentation of Certs.
  • Presentation of Oscars.