An Introduction to Film and Video Production

with Martin Smith

Learn the basic skills needed to produce a short film from script to screen. This course is ideal for those with little or no experience, looking to create professional short films using basic equipment and little money. The weekend covers the basic principles of script writing, image composition, working with the camera, editing techniques and special FX. All equipment needed is provided but students are encouraged to bring any equipment they would like to use, or about which they would like to ask questions. A DVD will be supplied of the finished film produced.

Photo: Martin Smith

Martin is a local film–maker and has been commissioned to work all over Brighton and the South East, France, and Spain. An experienced tutor, he has been working for the last five years with adults and young people to create short, low budget films, and has worked on a series of award winning short films productions.

For more info visit: www.silverboxfilms.co.uk

20th/21st September at Evolution
10.45 am - 4.45 pm

17th/18th January at Evolution
10.45 am - 4.45 pm

25th/26th April at Evolution
10.45 am - 4.45 pm

Cost: £100 (£85 concessions and earlybird) per weekend. Includes materials and equipment.