Comprehensive Curriculum

Learn everything about pre-production, from scriptwriting to casting and location scouting.

Hands-On Experience

Get practical insights and tips on how to shoot a film properly and efficiently.

Self-Paced

Progress through the course entirely on your own schedule, with lifetime access to every lesson and resource.

About the Course

Are you a budding filmmaker eager to delve into the world of film production? Our course is your gateway to mastering the art of pre-production. From script development to assembling the perfect cast and crew, we've got you covered. Join us to kickstart your journey towards running your own successful production company. Enroll now and turn your film dreams into reality!

Meet Your Instructor, Landon JW Brave

Hello aspiring filmmakers! I'm Landon Brave, a seasoned industry expert with years of experience in film production. I've faced the challenges you're currently navigating, and I'm here to guide you through them. I'm excited to share my knowledge and help you achieve your filmmaking goals. Let's embark on this transformative learning journey together!

Course Curriculum

14 Chapters · 248 Lessons

  1. 1

    Orientation & Project Selection

    1. Welcome Free preview
    2. Course Map/Syllabus Free preview
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      My Creative Compass

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      Picking Your Project Type

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      Project Pathway Comparison

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      Killing Time - Short Film

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      The Wait - Short Film

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      For Milo - Award Winning Short Film

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      Code 8 - Proof of Concept - Feature Film

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      Megan - Proof of Concept - Feature Film

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      Mentality - Documentary

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      Scarred - Documentary

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      60 Second Docs "Mommy Milk Factory" - Documentary

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      OK Go - Music Video

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      This is America - Music Video

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      The Lizzie Bennet Diaries - Episodic Series

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      Fear the Walking Dead: Flight 462 - Episodic Series

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      Industry Pathway Pro's and Con's

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      Project Matchmaker

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      Defining Scope & Containing Chaos

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      Scope: Your Best Friend & Worst Enemy - Worksheet

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      Scope Definition Worksheet

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      Scope Snapshot Worksheet

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      Scope Snapshot Feedback

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      Setting SMART Goals

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      Vague Goals VS SMART Goals

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      SMART Goal Builder

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      Risk Tolerance & Creative Boundaries

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      Risk Tolerance Scale

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      Risk Factors Checklist

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      Risk Factors Checklist Activity

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      My Risk Profile

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      Time & Money Math

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      Budget & Schedule Calculator

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      Reality Check

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      Pathway Commitment

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      Decision Flowchart

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      Pathway Commitment Form

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      High-Level Calendar Tool

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      Project Brief

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      Module Capstone

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    Module 1 — Script to Elements: Professional Breakdown

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      Reading Like a Producer

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      Scene Breakdown Ex.

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      Scene Breakdown Fundamentals

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      Step-by-Step

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      🎬 Pro Tip: When Slug Lines Are Missing or Unclear

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      Scene Practice

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      Scene Practice Feedback

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      Identifying Production Elements

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      Scene Elements Breakdown

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      Scene Elements Breakdown Feedback

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      Color Coding for Clarity

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      Scene Breakdown Color Key

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      Scene Breakdown: Color Coding

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      Color-Coding Feedback

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      Page Counts & Scene Weight

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      Quick Math Guide

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      Average Setup Times

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      Breakdown Practice

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      Script/Scene Length Feedback

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      Building the Master Elements List

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      Master Elements List Practice

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      Quality Check & Department Handoff

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      Checklist

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      Master Elements List Feedback

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      End of Module Deliverables

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      Mod 1 Capstone

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    Module 2 — Scheduling: Stripboard, One-Liner, & DOOD

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      Scheduling Mindset

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      Scheduling Glossary

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      Scheduling Autopsy

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      Scheduling Autopsy Feedback

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      Strip Board Basics & Board Order Theories

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      Board Order Theories

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      Board Order Theory Exercise

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      Board Order Theory Feedback

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      Day Types, Night Splits & Special Considerations

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      Scheduling Day Types + Meal Penalties

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      Scheduling Sorting Game

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      Scheduling Sorting Game Feedback

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      DOOD Logic (Day-Out-Of-Days)

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      Day Out of Days Code

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      DOOD Exercise

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      DOOD Exercise Feedback

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      Building the One-Liner Schedule

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      One Liner Anatomy

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      One Liner - When to Use

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      One Liner Exercise

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      One Liner Exercise Feedback

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      Tech Scout & Prep Calendar

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      Standard Prep Timeline

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      Tech Scout Calendar

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      Tech Scout Calendar Feedback

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      Contingency Days & Risk Buffers

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      Case Studies

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      What is Weather & Risk Mapping?

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      Weather & Risk Mapping Sample

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      Weather & Risk Mapping Exercise

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      Contingency Days Exercise

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      Contingency Days Exercise Feedback

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      Final Review & Polish

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      Production Readiness Checklist

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      Board Builder Activity

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      Board Builder Feedback

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      Capstone Activity

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      Capstone Feedback

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      Mod 2 Quiz

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      End of Module Deliverables

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    Module 3 — Budgeting 101→401

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      Budgeting as a Creative & Strategic Tool

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      Budgeting Glossary

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      Sample Budget

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      Above the Line vs. Below the Line

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      Budget Top Sheet

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      Budget Classification

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      Fringes & Payroll Realities

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      Fringe Factors

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      Kit Rentals & Gear Costs

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      Kit Rental Basics

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      Production Insurance Essentials

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      Post-Production Placeholders

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      Tax Credit Assumptions & Incentives

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      Contingency & Completion Reserve

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      Cash-Flow Curve

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      Budget Defense & Delivery

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      Investor Red Flags

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      Capstone Assignment

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      Module 3 Quiz

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      End of Module Deliverables

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    Module 4 — Business Affairs & Chain-of-Title

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      The Entity Decision

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      LLC vs S Corp

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      EIN & Banking

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      EIN & Banking

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      IP Chain-of-Title Basics

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      Chain of Title Guide

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      Option & Purchase Agreements

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      Option Agreement Anatomy

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      Life Rights Agreements

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      Life Rights

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      Writer Agreements

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      Writer Agreements Guide

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      Music Pre-Clearance Plan

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      Music Pre-Clearance Guide

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      Union Signatory Basics

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      Union Signatory

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      Vendor Contracts & Terms

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      Vendor Contracts

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      GDPR/CCPA for Releases & Privacy

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      Privacy Compliance

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      Assembling the Chain-of-Title Package

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      Chain of Title Package

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      Deal Memo Lab

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      Legal Readiness

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      End of Module Deliverables

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    Module 5 — Insurance, Permits, & Safety

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      Insurance is Production Oxegyn

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      High-Risk Coverage: Stunts, FX, Pyro

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      Permits & Jurisdictional Rules

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      Working with Fire Marshals & Neighbors

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      Safety Officer & On-Set Safety Culture

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      Risk Assessments

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      Medical Plan & Emergency Response

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      Intimacy Coordination

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      Weapons Protocols

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      Minors & Teachers

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      ADA Compliance & Accessibility

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      End of Module Deliverables

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    Module 6 — Casting: From Breakdowns to Deal Memos

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      Casting as Creative + Logistics

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      Writing Role Breakdowns

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      Audition Types & Best Practices

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      Callbacks & Chemistry Reads

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      Making Offers

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      Union Tiers and Background Casting

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      Nudity & Intimacy Riders

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      Casting Minors

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      Immigration & Work Status

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      Deal Memos & Contracts

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      Timecards & Payroll Setup

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      End of Module Deliverables

  8. 8

    Module 7 — Hiring Crew & Building a Culture

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      Crew Structure & Department Roles

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      Leadership Roles Defined

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      Sourcing & Vetting Crew

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      Reference Checks

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      Rates, Kits & Payroll

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      Harassment Policy & Reporting

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      Conflict Resolution on Set

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      Inclusive Set Practices

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      Sustainability & Green Production

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      Crew Onboarding & Culture Launch

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      End of Module Deliverables

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    Module 8 — Locations & Logistics

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      Location Scouting Fundamentals

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      Building a Lookbook

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      Permits & Legal Requirements

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      Location Contracts & Fees

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      Neighbor & Community Relations

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      Parking & Basecamp

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      Greenrooms, Holding & Staging Areas

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      Power & Sound Considerations

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      Craft Services & Catering Logistics

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      Restroom Plan

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      End of Module Deliverables

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    Module 9 — Departments Prep (Art, Camera, G&E, Wardrobe, HMU, Sound, VFX)

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      Department Prep & Risk Reduction

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      Lookbook to Budget Translation

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      Rentals vs. Owned Gear

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      Camera & Lighting Tests

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      Wardrobe Continuity Systems

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      HMU Hygiene & Safety Protocols

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      Soundable Sets

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      SFX vs. VFX Planning

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      Color Pipeline Prep

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      Data Management Systems

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      End of Module Deliverables

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    Module 10 — Pre-Pro Rituals: Table Read, Tech Scout, PPM, Rehearsals, Tests

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      The Purpose of Pre-Pro Rituals

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      Running the Pre-Production Meeting (PPM)

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      PPM Department Deep Dives

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      Tech Scout Etiquette & Efficiency

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      Table Reads for Creative Alignment

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      Rehearsal Planning

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      Fight & Intimacy Choreography

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      Camera, Wardrobe & Makeup Tests

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      Sound Tests & Data Workflow Rehearsal

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      Pass/Fail Checklist Before Shoot

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      End of module Deliverables

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    Module 11 — Production Office & Communications

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      The Production Office as the Nerve Center

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      Physical vs. Virtual Office Setup

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      Naming Conventions & Document Control

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      Distribution Lists & Communication Chains

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      Call Sheets

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      Sides & Movement Orders

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      Hot Cost Reports

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      Petty Cash & Purchasing Systems

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      The Wrap Plan

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      End of Module Deliverables

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    Module 12 — Capstone: Your Production Bible

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      The Role of the Production Bible

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      Assembling the Core Financials

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      Locking the Schedule

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      Legal & Risk Package

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      Talent & Crew Readiness

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      Locations Package

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      Departmental Readiness

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      Pre-Pro Ritual Documentation

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      Day-One Readiness

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      Panel Review Prep

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      Review & Feedback

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      End of Module Deliverables (Full Production Bible)

  14. 14

    Bonus Module - Variants & Pathways

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      Short Film (1–8 Days)

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      Feature Film (12–30+ Days)

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      Documentary

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      Music Video

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      Episodic Series

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      End of Module Deliverables

Student Testimonials

Discover how our course is shaping the next generation of filmmakers.

”
Before this course, pre-production felt overwhelming — I had scripts and ideas, but no real plan to bring them to life. The Masterclass broke everything into clear, actionable steps. The interactive quizzes kept me on track, the assignments pushed me to actually do the work, and the feedback was invaluable. Now I’m heading into my first shoot with a full production binder, a confident crew, and zero guesswork. This isn’t just a class — it’s the blueprint for making your vision real.
Jay L.

Las Vegas, NV

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Film school gave me theory — this course gave me results. In just a few weeks, I went from scattered notes and half-finished ideas to a complete pre-production package ready for investors and my crew. The lessons are clear, the assignments push you to take action, and the interactive quizzes make sure you actually get it. It’s worth every penny and then some.
Anna W.

Pittsburgh, PA

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Before this Masterclass, I was second-guessing every decision. Now I have a system I can follow for every project I make. The modules are packed with real-world tools, and by the end I wasn’t just learning — I was running my production like a pro. This course doesn’t just teach pre-production, it gives you the confidence to lead.
Matt R.

Orlando, FL

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The most practical filmmaking course I’ve ever taken — I walked away ready to shoot.
Jacob K.

Houston, TX

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I thought pre-production was just paperwork — until this course showed me how it’s the creative backbone of any project. The structure, the tools, the real-world examples… it all clicked. By the time I finished, I had a budget, a schedule, a cast, and a crew ready to go. I’ve never felt more prepared walking onto a set. If you’re serious about filmmaking, start here.
Ashley T.

Winston Salem, NC

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Everything I needed to start my film — all in one course.
David N.

Seattle, WA

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