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This 3 day training course introduces you to the various aspects of being a 1st Assistant Cameraperson.ARRI Certified Training for 1st AC Fundamentals
This 3 day training course introduces you to the various aspects of being a 1st Assistant Cameraperson. It will take you through the entire process from getting the phone call, organizing crew, prepping the camera package, pulling focus and wrapping a job successfully. The class focuses on practical application of the skills and will allow ample time for each participant to get familiar and comfortable with various camera systems andaccessories. The class is taught using established industry standard practices and prepares you for real life scenarios.
By the end of this program participants will have an understanding of the responsibilities and duties that a 1st AC provides. They will be able to start with a phone call informing them of a job, proceed to do a thorough and rigorous prep, perform their duties on set with confidence and professionalism and finally to wrap out the job and return the equipment. All of it while having fun! Each class has a limit of 12 attendees to ensure ample hands-on experience with the equipment, and a high ratio of time with instructors. Typical on-set situations and common workflows will be explored. You will also learn the most effective ways to deal with situations that might arise while you are shooting, so you are prepared to handle different scenarios calmly and with confidence.
The class is taught by an experienced Local 600 Union 1st AC who will draw from real-life experiences to explain the various aspects of being a 1st AC.
Who should attend
-1st AC’s who are new to focus pulling
-2nd AC’s who are ready to transition to the next level
-Utilities that would like to learn more about being a 1st AC
-Those interested in understanding better what a 1st AC does
-Rental staff
-Production staff
What you will learn
-The initial phone call and setting up the job
-Organizing a crew keeping any restrictions in mind
-Interfacing with the DP and getting job specific information
-Interfacing with the camera house rental agent to build the package
-Interfacing with Production to establish rental and kit details
-Prepping the camera package
-Learning the basics of industry leading camera systems and accessories
-Established focus pulling practices
-Tips and tricks to help in tricky focus situations
-Managing the job and expectations
-Differences in Commercials, Narrative and other projects
-Wrapping the job
-Post job house-keeping
Duration: 3 days
Trainer: Ambar B Capoor, Local 600 1st AC
Language: English
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
3700 Vanowen Street, Burbank, 91505, US, United States
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