VFX Masterclass: An overview for unscripted and unscripted HETV crew

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Date
23 Jan, 09:00 - 6 Feb 2025, 20:00
Location
London
Age
18+
Price
Free
Application deadline
9 Jan 2025
Career stages
Experienced, Expert
Industries
Unscripted TV, High-end TV
Funding
ScreenSkills funded

Do you work in unscripted or unscripted HETV in production management or editorial and want to understand the VFX production pipeline and marketplace?

This course will demystify the world of VFX. Over the course of the day, delegates will get learn how VFX can elevate unscripted and unscripted HETV projects, as well as the process from pre-production planning to post-production delivery. Through case studies, real-world examples, and interactive exercises, participants will learn how to strategically leverage VFX to solve on-set challenges, enhance storytelling and add production value.

The course is taught by leading VFX producers, supervisors and unscripted line producers and is being delivered in person at key locations around the UK with additional online masterclasses.
 
No prior technical experience in VFX is required, making this an accessible and essential guide for anyone looking to stay ahead in the evolving world of unscripted or unscripted HETV production.

This programme is funded by the ScreenSkills High-end Television Skills Fund, with contributions from high-end TV productions made in the UK and by the ScreenSkills Unscripted TV Skills Fund which invests in training for the unscripted workforce thanks to contributions from broadcasters, SVoDs and production companies.

Who it's for

This course is aimed at:

  • unscripted or unscripted HETV producers
  • unscripted or HETV production managers
  • unscripted or HETV production accountants
  • and other senior or editorial roles in unscripted or unscripted HETV

What it covers

The course will cover:

  • the practical applications of VFX in unscripted production
  • who does what in a VFX production team
  • an overview of the VFX market and what different companies offer
  • how to collaborate effectively with a VFX team so that their work integrates seamlessly with your shoot and edit timelines
  • budgets and scheduling
  • how to maximise impact without blowing your budget
  • new technical developments in the VFX market and how that might impact your project
  • the future and AI

Dates for this course are:

London: Thursday 23 January 2025 09.00 - 17.00

Applications deadline: 9 January 2025

 

Bristol: Thursday 6 March 2025 09.00 - 17.00

Applications deadline: 20 February 2025

 

Manchester: Thursday 17 April 2025 09.00- 17.00

Application deadline: 3rd April 2025

 

Plus additional online sessions, the dates of which are TBC.

How to apply

Click 'apply now' to submit your application. You  will need to be signed into your ScreenSkills account.

Judging information

Please ensure you check your inbox for an email to confirm whether you have been successful. Places which are offered but not confirmed 48 hours before training commences will be offered to someone else. 

Contact information

Name: DV Talent
Email: training@dvtalent.co.uk

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