Screen Training Ireland, in association with VFXAI and Animation Skillnet, and supported by Tyrell CCT and The Foundry, is seeking participants for an intermediate Nuke compositing course. This course aims to provide training for animation and VFX professionals in Nuke compositing. Participants should be skilled in After Effects, and have some basic knowledge of Nuke.

The course will cover the following:

• General and CGI compositing
• 2D Techniques
• Rotoscoping tools
• Paint tools
• Multiple keying setups
• 2D and 3D tracking
• 3D techniques

Date: 02/05/2014
Duration: 3 Days
Venue: Dublin City Centre TBC
Cost: €150.00
Tutor: Matt Leonard, Director and Head of Training Sphere VFX

How to Apply:
Please apply online with current CV at www.screentrainingireland.ie. Deadline for applications: Friday 21st April 2014. For further details contact sorcha.loughnane@screentrainingireland.ie.

Based on Liz Gill’s book 'Running the Show' for First ADs, this course will enable producers and directors to work smoothly and effectively on and off set with key members of their team, including First ADs, HODs and cast. The course will offer participants the chance to enhance their practical production skills, as well as their time and people management skills, and will emphasise how an efficient pre-production period can enhance production itself. The course will be of particular interest to producers and directors who are progressing to managing bigger-budget projects with larger crews, or documentary producers and directors moving into drama.

The course will cover the following:

• Getting the most from your First AD
• Getting the most from your crew
• Pre-production
• Scheduling
• Tech recces, production meetings and tests
• Effective communication
• Running a productive and efficient shoot

How to Apply:
Please apply online with current CV at www.screentrainingireland.ie. Deadline for applications: Friday 9th May 2014. For further details contact sorcha.loughnane@screentrainingireland.ie.

The Marketplace at the Galway Film Fair takes place during the Galway Film Fleadh 8th-13th July 2014 and co-ordinates pre-scheduled meetings between filmmakers with projects in development and/or completed films and invited Film Financiers, Distributors, Sales Agents, Broadcasters, Film Funds and Major Producers.

A pre-selected group of Irish, European and International producers with feature films/documentary projects will have the opportunity to meet with representatives of these companies.

Early Bird Application Deadline: Friday 9th May 2014
Late Application Deadline: Friday 30th May 2014

This popular weekend course, guided by Award-winning director Colm Quinn (Needle Exchange) and aimed at beginners, encourages students to write and present documentary proposals, develop and research ideas, produce, direct and interview. Other subjects taught on this course are digital camera skills, sound recording and advice on funding & markets.

Two proposals are selected to be made into short documentaries over a weekend.

Bruce has been producing and consulting on feature films since 1981. His credits include 'Something's Gotta Give', 'As Good As it Gets' and 'Stuart Little'. He is the author of 'The Visual Story' now in its second edition and available in seven languages. Used all over the world, the book explains the relationship between story structure and visual structure of film, television, video games and graphic design. His latest book, '3D Storytelling', explains how 3D works and how to use it to tell stories. Bruce conducts seminars at USC, AFI, UCLA, Pixar, ILM, Disney, DreamWorks, Blue Sky, and for computer game developers, graphic arts studios, and a variety of universities and colleges in North & South America and Europe.

Bruce will deliver a one-day seminar to a wide animation and games audience, a targeted 2-day programme to cinematographers and camera personnel (10-12 places available), and a 3-day intensive programme for directors (10-12 places available).

Through case studies, lectures and course work, the programme will provide participants will a broad overview of managing projects with VFX elements at all budget levels. Participants will develop the skills and expertise to successfully plan and manage a VFX project throughout all its stages.

Bruce has been producing and consulting on feature films since 1981. His credits include 'Something's Gotta Give', 'As Good As it Gets' and 'Stuart Little'. He is the author of 'The Visual Story' now in its second edition and available in seven languages. Used all over the world, the book explains the relationship between story structure and visual structure of film, television, video games and graphic design. His latest book, '3D Storytelling', explains how 3D works and how to use it to tell stories. Bruce conducts seminars at USC, AFI, UCLA, Pixar, ILM, Disney, DreamWorks, Blue Sky, and for computer game developers, graphic arts studios, and a variety of universities and colleges in North & South America and Europe.

Bruce will deliver a one-day seminar to a wide animation and games audience, a targeted 2-day programme to cinematographers and camera personnel (10-12 places available), and a 3-day intensive programme for directors (10-12 places available).

Bruce has been producing and consulting on feature films since 1981. His credits include 'Something's Gotta Give', 'As Good As it Gets' and 'Stuart Little'. He is the author of 'The Visual Story' now in its second edition and available in seven languages. Used all over the world, the book explains the relationship between story structure and visual structure of film, television, video games and graphic design. His latest book, '3D Storytelling', explains how 3D works and how to use it to tell stories. Bruce conducts seminars at USC, AFI, UCLA, Pixar, ILM, Disney, DreamWorks, Blue Sky, and for computer game developers, graphic arts studios, and a variety of universities and colleges in North & South America and Europe.

Bruce will deliver a one-day seminar to a wide animation and games audience, a targeted 2-day programme to cinematographers and camera personnel (10-12 places available), and a 3-day intensive programme for directors (10-12 places available).

PLAZA CINEMA | 10.00 - 12.00 | ENTRY - €5

Panel: Sandy Lieberson, Hilary Durman, Pat Collins, Gabrielle Tana, Tracey Seaward and Catherine Tiernan.

A chance to meet experienced producers from the film and television world, to raise topics for discussion and put questions to the panel.

Bookings should be made through the Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival Box-Office, places are limited so get dialling 028 28600.

PLAZA CINEMA | 12.15 - 13.30 | ENTRY - €5

An introduction to basic sound recording techniques. Many of the films submitted to the festival have poor sound quality, as many filmmakers neglect this craft and do not understand how sound can be greatly improved using little more than the equipment they already have.

Bookings should be made through the Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival Box-Office, places are limited so get dialing 028 28600.

PLAZA CINEMA | 13.30 - 14.45 | ENTRY - €5

This seminar introduces the role of the DoP, how he creates a team, how he organizes a crew, and his/her relationship to the director and other key crew members.

Bookings should be made through the Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival Box-Office, places are limited so get dialling 028 28600.

PLAZA CINEMA | 14.45 - 16.00 | ENTRY - €5

The role of the first assistant director is far more important than most people realise. He makes the schedules, breaks down the script, and is responsible for the day to day running of the set, as well as directing the background action.

Bookings should be made through the Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival Box-Office, places are limited so get dialling 028 28600.

PLAZA CINEMA | 17.15 - 18.30 | ENTRY - €5

An introduction to the art of animation with a distinguished practitioner.

Bookings should be made through the Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival Box-Office, places are limited so get dialling 028 28600.

PLAZA CINEMA | 16.00 - 17.15 | ENTRY - €5

What role does music play in film? Directors and composers can have a marriage made in heaven (Fellini/Rota, Leone/Morricone) or they can forever disagree on the nature of the relationship (Hitchcock/Hermann). Jim Sheridan and Jack Gold will look at the key ingredients that are needed for a creative collaboration between composer and director.

Bookings should be made through the Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival Box-Office, places are limited so get dialling 028 28600.

ADELPHI CINEMA| 15.00 - 17.00 | ENTRY - €5

A public seminar of general interest with a distinguished producer speaking about his experience working with world famous director Alan Parker.

Bookings should be made through the Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival Box-Office, places are limited so get dialling 028 28600.

CARLTON CINEMA | 10.00 - 13.00 | ENTRY - FREE

An opportunity for individual film makers to discuss their funding issues with seasoned professionals. Please book individual sessions through the CFSFF box office.

Bookings should be made through the Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival Box-Office, places are limited so get dialling 028 28600.