Actor Patrick Murphy gives us some advice on how to mind your p and qs on set ahead of his 4-day Acting for Camera Showreel Course at Filmbase (4th – 7th August 2016).
1. Always be Early
….and let an AD know your whereabouts at all times if you go wandering. Film sets don’t have time to send out search parties.
2. Pace yourself.
Keep a bag of dried fruit and nuts on you. The slow releasing energy will help keep you going.
3. Relax when you can
Try not to be too animated whilst waiting for your scenes and reserve your energy for when the camera is rolling.
4. Get to know the Crew
…and learn their names. Directors and cast may change a lot, but crews will mostly stay the same, and these are the guys you will be working along side for years to come.
5. Don’t be a Diva
A good attitude goes a long way, and word spreads fast about those with bad ones.
ACTING FOR CAMERA SHOWREEL
Filmbase
4th -7th August 2016, Thurs – Sun
€275 members / €295 Non-Members
This intensive 4-Day Acting for Showreel course is ideal for past acting students, or those with experience from similar course, to prepare, workshop, rehearse and shoot a scene.
Intro:
Filmbase have just announced an updated intensive 4-day ACTING FOR CAMERA SHOWREEL course. It is often difficult for aspiring and developing film actors to acquire worthy professional footage for inclusion in their showreel, Filmbase have decided to run a program specifically designed to facilitate this, covering relevant topics such as self-taping, acting techniques and self management.
Course Content:
Working with scene partners, you will be given scenes to workshop, rehearse, and learn. The course culminates in an intensive shoot day, where your scene will be shot, edited and sound designed for inclusion on your professional showreel.
This is a fantastic opportunity to produce a professional scene, working in a structured, professional context.
This is ideal for students of Level 1 and Level 2 Acting courses at Filmbase, or equivalent courses from other institutions. Places are extremely limited, so early booking is advised!
Lead Tutor: Patrick Murphy
Patrick is best known for recurring role of Karl in over 4 seasons of Love/Hate and has just landed a role in the acclaimed show, Vikings. He has been acting for the last 9 years and has appeared in numerous TV shows and films along the way. Patrick has studied Meisner, Stanaslavsky and done most other acting for camera courses Ireland has to offer. He has recently won the Underground Cinema’s Best Music Director award.
Over the years he honed in on what casting directors looked for in showreels, and he started his own production company, ‘Whispered Films’. As well as producing award-winning films, he has been creating showreels for actors across Ireland and England, both editing previous work and filming new scenes as needed. His back catalog includes creating popular music videos, adverts and documentaries.
Dates:
- 4th – 7th August, Thurs – Sun
Class times:
- 10.00 – 5pm each day
Pricing:
- €275 members / €295 Non-Members
- €100 Deposit
Location:
- Filmbase, Temple Bar, Curved street
To book your place on this course, please contact Filmbase Reception on 01 679 6716 and dial 0. For more information on this course, email our Training Department at training@filmbase.ie. Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking a course.
