Film Production - Grip & Rigging Technician l, TCC (FP31 (100201)  Technical Certificate of Credit

This course provides students with a basic set of skills and insights sufficient to be integrated onto the sets of working film productions. The course is offered in collaboration with the Georgia Film Academy.

Explores the foundational hierarchy and work environment found in the Film and Television Production Industry. Emphasis is placed on the students understanding of the fundamental elements, principles and theories of Film production, including the classical stage, set and location environments, exposure to the core production departments, their crafts and responsibilities including expected protocols, etiquette and ethics of the production assistant.

Building on the fundamentals gained from the Film 1010, broadens the exploration of the business of Film and Television Production by understanding the scheduling and budgeting process. Stresses the importance of the Pre-Production strategy as the foundation for an effective production model. Students will be introduced to production skills that are intrinsic to the success of any type of production. Includes rigorous exposure to crew responsibilities, locations logistics and organizational expectations.

Explores the foundational concepts, skills and work environments for a Grip in the Film and Television Production Industry. Emphasis is placed on the students understanding of the terminologies, fundamental elements, principles and expectations of a grip, including duties on a classical stage and in a location environment. Exposure to the basic equipment used by the Grip / Rigging department.

Building on the fundamentals gained from the Film 1410. Broaden the exploration of the equipment used in The Grip / Rigging department, including expected protocols, etiquette and ethics. Stressing the importance of pre-production preparation and organization / inventory procedures of equipment during the production process. Students will be introduced to basic safe handling of Grip essential equipment and accessories. Advanced rigorous exposure to grip / rigging crew responsibilities, logistics and organizational skills.