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National Film and Television School: Script Supervision and Continuity for Film and Television
Institution | National Film and Television School View institution profile |
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Department | Film and Television |
Web | https://nfts.co.uk/ |
info@nfts.co.uk | |
Telephone | 01494 731425 |
Study type | Taught |
Certificate - Cert
Summary
Train to keep film and TV productions running smoothly in this integral on-set role.
This full-time course is **delivered in partnership with the BBC** and has been created in response to high Industry demand. It is designed to thoroughly train you in becoming a Script Supervisor, so on leaving the course, you’ll have all the practical experience you need for starting out in the professional world.
The Script Supervisor’s role is an exciting, varied and demanding job requiring many skills for being part of the production team.
This course will give you the skills and confidence to prepare and provide scripts, running orders, camera shots and information, prior to a rehearsal, recording or shooting day. In the studio, you’ll learn how to keep the production team informed through cueing, timings, shotcalling, liaising with presentation, and maintaining an accurate log. You’ll learn how to support the director and producer and get live programmes on and off air.
You’ll learn the vital skills needed for continuity, keeping track of takes, timings and shooting set-ups essential for the editor, as well as checking correct dialogue, actions, costume, make-up and props.
Level | RQF Level 4 |
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Entry requirements | This course is open to UK applicants and EU/EEA Nationals with UK pre-settled/settled status (subject to meeting residency requirements) and applicants who are currently in the UK on a valid visa for the full duration of the course. 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 have any questions, please email info@nfts.co.uk |
Location | National Film and Television School Beaconsfield Studios Beaconsfield HP9 1LG |
Summary
This full time course is delivered in partnership with the BBC and designed to thoroughly train participants in becoming a key member of a filmed drama or television production team.
**"This course has given me the confidence to pursue script supervision as a career." - Michelle Dunne, 2019 graduate**
Participants will learn from practical hands-on workshops and through on set and in studio experience on a range of drama and entertainment projects. This will ensure that participants leave the course with the practical experience for starting out in the professional world.
The Script Supervisor’s role is an exciting, varied and demanding job requiring many skills for being part of the production team, working closely with directors and producers, interacting with performers and programme participants, and providing accurate information on location, in the studio gallery and for the edit suite.
All NFTS students can attend Masterclasses. Recent guests include David Fincher (Fight Club), Greta Gerwig (Little Women), Steve McQueen (12 Years A Slave), Edgar Wright (Hot Fuzz), Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag), Ben Wheatley (Free Fire), Rapman (Blue Story), Louis Theroux, Debra Granik (Winter’s Bone), Denis Villeneuve (Bladerunner 2049), Lynne Ramsay (You Were Never Really Here), Sam Mendes (1917), Asif Kapadia (Senna), Joanna Hogg (The Souvenir), and Russell T Davies (Doctor Who).
Level | RQF Level 4 |
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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. If you have any questions, please email info@nfts.co.uk. |
Location | National Film and Television School Beaconsfield Studios Beaconsfield HP9 1LG |
Fees
England | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
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Northern Ireland | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
Scotland | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
Wales | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
In partnership with the BBC, this full time course is delivered in partnership with the BBC and designed to thoroughly train participants in becoming a key member of a filmed drama or television production team.
Participants will learn from practical hands-on workshops and through on set and in studio experience on a range of drama and entertainment projects. This will ensure that participants leave the course with the practical experience for starting out in the professional world.
The Script Supervisor’s role is an exciting, varied and demanding job requiring many skills for being part of the production team, working closely with directors and producers, interacting with performers and programme participants, and providing accurate information on location, in the studio gallery and for the edit suite.
All NFTS students can attend the School’s masterclasses programme, with recent guests including Martin McDonagh (In Bruges, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri), Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag, Killing Eve), Asif Kapadia (Amy, Senna, Diego Maradona), Lynne Ramsay (You Were Never Really Here, We Need to Talk About Kevin), Louis Theroux, and M Night Shyamalan (The Sixth Sense, Glass).
Level | RQF Level 4 |
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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. If you have any questions, please email info@nfts.co.uk. |
Location | National Film and Television School Beaconsfield Studios Beaconsfield HP9 1LG |
Fees
EU | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
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England | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
Northern Ireland | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
Scotland | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
Wales | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
Channel Islands | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
Republic of Ireland | 3650 GBP for Whole course |
About the National Film and Television School
First established in 1971, the National Film and Television School (NFTS) has evolved to become a leading global institution, developing some of Britain and the world’s top creative talent. In 2018, the NFTS was awarded both the BAFTA for Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema and the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education.
As one of the leading film schools in the world, the NFTS operates like a major studio, with state-of-the-art production facilities that are essential for creating outstanding content for film, TV, games, animation, design, and much more. It’s a …
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