What is a production diary? A production diary is a chronological log of events going along the production process. A production diary is useful in making sure all parameters of the production process have been met, as well as providing context for any decisions made during the creative process. In a production diary one should demonstrate the shot types used, equipment used, shooting location, participants, and shooting set up. What format can a production diary take? A written diary ‘Dailies’ (evidence of your footage) with some discussion of the worth of the shots Photography stills capturing the production A ‘behind the scenes’ documentary An audio commentary Questions to consider when recording the production process: What frame rate/resolution are you shooting at? What shot size and composition are you using at various points? What focal length are you shooting at? What additional equipment are you using? Common Production Mistakes to Avoid: Not arriving to production
Introduction: What is a pitch? A movie pitch is when a screenwriter presents an idea for a feature film to people who can help finance or produce it, in hopes of securing money to write the first draft. The pitch process is meant to intrigue the people who can help make a movie—either studio executives, distributors, producers, or directors—to sign onto the project. A movie pitch can be a verbal or a visual presentation of a writer’s big idea, usually preceding the writing of a draft of the film. Film pitches are useful tools that briefly convey the important elements of a film project, like premise, characters, plot, and budget. Types of Pitch: Standard pitch : The standard pitch is a rehearsed, scheduled pitch in which the screenwriter relays their movie idea to a group of investors or production executives. In some cases, the executives may ask the creator to make a pitch deck to accompany their verbal presentation to help expand upon the screenwriter’s vision for the fim. These
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