Course summary
What does it take to be a great producer? We can all learn to draft a simple budget or to hire a small group of technicians, but the best producers know how to start the right projects in the right way, with a strong creative sense and commercial purpose – long before they ever get to that point in the process. The key to becoming a producer who is attractive to creative collaborators and financiers alike is an understanding of the whole process. An understanding, in short, of the market, the business – and of yourself. All producers must have a wide range of skills, from creative and organisational intelligence to financial prowess and marketing insight. The aim of this new six-month Certificate course is to develop your skills and judgement across the entire cycle of a feature film’s life. This course, meeting weekly online in an evening class format, aims to help participants develop discover their own producing strengths by teaching technical producing skills and using real case histories. Industry speakers on the course include: Angus Lamont, Producer, Stuart Murdoch, Director, Chris Young, Producer, Colin Monie, Editor and more. Course dates: 19 January 2023 - 6 July 2023
Modules
This course is designed to help new producers enter the world of professional filmmaking. Over 24 weeks, and across four modules, we explore the key components of development, finance, production/post-production, sales & distribution, seen from a producer’s perspective, whilst developing the individual strengths of each participant. During the course you will develop an understanding of which projects have the potential to entice and excite audiences; hone your ability to work with writers to achieve a screenplay that can attract director, cast, finance, and distribution; develop the ability to package those creative and financial elements to an industry standard; acquire an understanding of how to run cast and crew; and learn how to manage the expectations of finance and distribution partners as you take the film through post production and delivery – all while keeping a firm grip on the sales, distribution and marketing opportunities to ensure the film can reach the widest audience possible. The six months culminate in the presentation of a market-ready proposal for your own feature film, including an outline of the film’s talent, finance, and sales/distribution package. Module 1 – Development Module 2 – Packaging and Financing Module 3 – Production and post-production Module 4 – Distribution, Sales and Marketing
Entry requirements
We are looking for people who are enthusiastic, keen to work hard as part of a team and quick to learn. You should have a good general education, but no other specific educational requirements are needed for this course. Previous experience working in the film or television industry would be an advantage, or knowledge gained from an alternative production activity, for example, a University or College media course project. If you are not an EEA National, you must already be in possession of a UK visa valid for the duration of this course. We are unable to accept your application if you do not. While the course curriculum will be delivered online, it is intended that industry placements will take place in Scotland so applicants should be available to undertake these. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. How to apply
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £3650 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £3650 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £3650 | Whole course |
| Wales | £3650 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
Fees for 2024 to be confirmed
Provider information
National Film and Television School
Beaconsfield Studios
Station Road
Beaconsfield
HP9 1LG