Film Production

• Development - This is simply the process of 'finding' a story. Ideas for films come from a variety of sources, they can range from novels, real life events to computer game adaptations. Once you've got an idea you'll need someone to write a pitch for you which you take to a film producer in an attempt to get some funding to make your film. Even at this very early stage you need a very clear idea of who you're aiming you film at so you can include elements that will appeal to them.
  Pre-production - Once you've got funding you establish your budget and can begin to get a film crew together, you can storyboard the script. You also need break the script down into individual scenes and identify all the locations, props, cast members, costumes, special effects and visual effects needed.
  Production - This is simply the process of 'making' the film. Provided you've done your job properly in the pre-production stage making the film should be straight forward. 'Film' is very expensive and difficult to store so an increasing number of film makers are using digital cameras to save money.
  Post-production - During this stage you take all the 'film' you've shot and give it to a film editor. They will then begin putting it together. Special effects will be added, a soundtrack will be added, any missing dialogue will be re-recorded and added resulting in a 'rough cut'. This will be shown to the director and a test audience who will offer feedback. Often this causes scenes to be filmed and added or removed.
  
  
  What is the job of the following titles in film making? 
  

  • writer - Research and develop storylines and write screenplays. 

  • producer- Producers have control over many aspects of the film. Their main job is to create an environment where all the other people can flourish. They turn story ideas in to profitable films. 

  • casting director- Organizes the selecting/casting for the film. They arrange the interviews and also help organize contracts for the selected actors. They work with the director and producer to understand their requirements. 

  • director-The director helps bring the film to life. Helps carrying out duties such as casting, script editing, shot composition, shot selecting and editing. They are responsible for the films commercial success failure.  

  • film finance- films sales agents help film makers looking for distribution deals. They also work with film makers to develop marketing strategies. 

  • camera operator - prepare and operate the camera and its equipment. they work with the director and photography director to achieve the correct visuals. 

  • editor-They work closely with the directors of the film. Their job may require them to work in an edit suit for long hours. 

  • production designer- They production designer defines and manages every visual aspect of the film. They work with the director and producer to produce a budget and schedule. 

  • marketing- People who work in the marketing of the films job is to a marketing plan and campaign in order to boost sales/profits. 

  • exhibition- exhibition is the retail branch of the film industry. It involves their public screening, usually for paying customers in a site devoted to such screenings, the movie theater.

  
  
  • camera operator
    
    
    
• editor
• production designer
• marketing
• exhibition