All Certification Tracks Require Completion of
Welcome to the Industry
The film industry does a great job of portraying itself as an industry full of parties, expensive dinners, and afternoons spent poolside. But behind this illusion is the reality of a lot of hard work and sacrifice. In this course, we’re going to explore the realities of the film industry, as spoken by people who make a living in it.
We will waive this requirement for anyone who has participated in three professional films. Participants must submit a request for the waiver including proof that they worked on the films (check stubs, letter from employer or IMDB credits) to fimcertification@asbury.edu.
2.5 hours of video content + reading + quizzes
Online Course Cost: $100
CERTIFICATION TRACKS
The Audio Department
Sound.... the Picture's Better Half. George Lucas famously said that the sound is the other half of the movie-going experience, and a good audio track will engage the audience as much as poor audio will push them away.
In the Audio Recording Course, you will learn the step-by step approach to recording high-quality audio on set, from choosing the right microphones to learning how to use a boom mic. Leading audio experts including the head of Apple Audio and inventor of THX Tom Holman, teach you the craft that has taken them a lifetime to learn.
Give the audience the sonic experience they want through the vibrant world of motion picture audio in the Audio Recording Course.
3.5 hours of video content + reading + quizzes
Online Course Cost: $175
Camera Department
Learn how to be a Camera Assistant (1st or 2nd AC). We will demystify the camera and lens, giving you techniques used in film every day. Academy Award-winning and Emmy-winning cinematographers teach you focusing and exposure techniques. Learn how to use the Zone System, camera, focal length, and how to use the shutter for technical and artistic shots. We also cover how to use macro focus, lens care, the science of lenses, and the role of the camera crew on set. Instructors include Camera Operator Harry C. Box (Heroes and Brothers and Sisters), Cinematographer Laura Beth Love (Zen and the Art of Senioritis and Little Magdeline), Camer Operator Rick Taylor (Ghostbusters, The Price of Happiness, Perfect Game, and He-Man) and Camera Operator Lance Fisher, S.O.C. (House M.D., Blade: Trinity, and The Shield).
3.5 hours of video content + reading + quizzes
Online Course Cost: $200
Grip Department
Learn how to use the most commonly-used grip equipment, proper rigging techniques, using clamps and stands, setting-up dolly track and dolly, as well as the roles of the grip department. Go on set with Emmy and Academy-Award-winning cinematographers as they teach you the art and craft of cinema lighting, the attributes of light, and how to create them. Learn how to create low budget lighting options, working with color and simple techniques for lighting people. Instructors include: Cinematographer David Stump, ASC (Fantastic Four, X-Men, and A Quantum of Solace), Gaffer Ron Sill (Iron Eagle and Christmas in Connecticut), Key Grip and Academy Award-winner Richard Mall (Iron Man 1 & 2, Avatar, GI:Joe, and The Italian Job).
6 hours of video content + reading + quizzes
Online Course Cost: $150
Electric Department
Includes the role of the electrician on set, balancing the art and technique of lights; and their relationships with the cinematographer and other members of the crew. Go on set with Emmy and Academy-Award-winning cinematographers as they teach you the art and craft of cinema lighting, the attributes of light, and how to create them. How to create low budget lighting options, working with color and simple techniques for lighting people. Includes instruction from Gaffer Dan Riffel (Iron Man, G.I. Joe, Hancock, Spiderman 3, Mr. & Mrs. Smith and Charlie's Angels) and David Stump, ASC, the Academy Award and Emmy-winning cinematographer of A Quantum of Solace, Fantastic Four, and X-Men.
7 hours of video content + reading + quizzes
Online Course Cost: $225
Entertainment Industry Safety
As filmmakers, it’s easy to feel we are impervious to injury and even death; that somehow, the protective bubble of the filmmaking process will insulate us from accidents.
Unfortunately, in the real world, we know the laws of physics - gravity, electricity, and momentum - apply to everyone; as does the unstoppable force of our legal system. Tragically, dozens of filmmakers have been injured or killed in recent years, and in virtually every case, the accidents could have been prevented.
The Safety Training Course seeks to training crew persons in current safety standards to reduce the risk of accidents or death on set. The Safety Training Program adapts the Industry standard California OSHA and Contract Services Safety Pass program for student, independent, non-union, and union crew persons. This program is modeled after the very same program required of all IATSE crews working on studio and network television shows in California.
6.5 hours of video content + reading + quizzes
Online Course Cost: $200
Locations Department
How to find the best locations, handle permits, work with the public and film commissions, and property owners. Learn from Steven Spielberg’s location manager Mike Fantasia and veteran location manager Veronique Vowell. Featured in these modules include Producer Josh McLaglen (X-Men, Titanic, and Avatar), Director Bethany Rooney (Grey’s Anatomy and Desperate Housewives), and 1st Assistant Director Julia Lennon (Mentalist, Cold Case and Glee).
3 hours of video content + reading + quizzes
Online Course Cost: $100
Production Assistant (PA)
This entry-level position provides support to assistant directors, production office, or assigned department head, and will expose you to virtually every aspect of the production process. Speakers include Production Designer Mark Genlason (Titanic and Hard Rain), Construction Coordinator Robert McEntee (24, Mad Men, and The Italian Job), and Set Decorator Ron Franco (X-Files, True Blood, Heroes, and Mr. & Mrs Smith).
3 hours of video content + reading + quizzes
Online Course Cost: $75
Production Coordination
An overview of the areas that impact the accounting and logistics areas including management, crews, vendors, unions, schedules, finances and insurance. Instructors include: Emmy Award-winning Steve Skrovan (Everyone Loves Raymond), Line Producer Stephen Marinaccio (America’s Next Top Model, Headless Horseman, and Trade of Innocents), Line Producer Richard Middleton (The Artist and Hitchcock) and Supervising Production Coordinator Noelle Green (Spiderman 3, The Terminal and Legally Blond).
5 hours of video content + reading + quizzes
Online Course Cost: $175
Set Construction
You will learn how to construct a movie set, from building flats to painting and texturing the walls to building a floor and ceiling. Instructors include Production Designer and Art Director Jeffrey H. Luther (Curb your Enthusiasm, The Sarah Silverman Program, and Without Warning), and Set Director Ron Franco (True Blood, X-Files, Heroes, and Mr. & Mrs. Smith).
3.5 hours of video content + reading + quizzes
Online Course Cost: $150
Special Effects Make-up Workshop
Learn the art of special effects make-up techniques. Each student will receive their own make-up palette during the class.
Estimated Cost: $150
Coming Soon
Steadicam Workshop
The Steadicam training will be provided by representatives from Steadicam who have years of experience. The course director, David Svenson, has Steadicam credits from both television and film including: Homeland, Banshee, War Room, and Chasing Grace. Steadicam rigs will be provided. This course will include an additional certification directly from Steadicam. Dave's IMDB Page.
Location: Asbury University, Miller Building, 1 Macklem Dr, Wilmore, KY 40390
Cost: $1000
This happens only once a year: Oct 11-Oct 14, 2017