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A slate, also known as a clapperboard, is used to identify which scene and take is being shot at any particular time. ?? Slating is also essential for syncing audio and video in post-production. The loud “clack” sound it makes causes a sharp spike on the audio track, marking the moment in which the post-production team matches the video frame of the slate closing. After using the slate, the director can start the scene with “action!” ??

Production designers might not get the recognition that directors, writers or producers receive for a project, but they are equally instrumental in its overall success. Their responsibilities on set range from supervising the art department to brainstorming the creative vision of the film with the director to managing the budget with producers. The story that is being told through film or television lives in a visual world. It is the responsibility, through collaboration with other professionals and departments on set, to create that world with authenticity and within the creative direction and overall budget of the project. Follow us on social to learn more about the diverse positions available in the world of film!

When you hear the director call “wrap,” that’s the end of the shoot day! ?? Wrap is an important phrase because it lets everyone know to stop production. Camera operators know to stop rolling and the film crew begins tearing down. Cast and other talent immediately know they are free to leave, so long as there are no post-production needs. It can also be used to wrap a scene, actor or item depending on the director.

The productions team behind “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People” is #NowHiring! Learn more about each position and links to online applications in the post below.??

Have you ever watched a fight sequence in a movie and thought: “Wow. That looked so fake.”? The job of a stunt coordinator on a film or television set is to make sure that doesn’t happen. ???? They are the ones responsible for the planning and safe execution of all action sequences in a project and are the ones to thank when you instead think: “Wow! That was awesome!” From casting the stunt performers to creating the choreography with the director to ensuring authenticity and safety, the stunt coordinator is invaluable on set. Want to know more about the different jobs that make moviemaking possible? Follow Cherokee Film Institute and discover your future in film.

Industry and community partnerships are key to breaking down barriers for Native Americans in film and media. Through a collaboration with Amazon, we're helping open doors for the next generation of Native American filmmakers. "We’re thrilled for the opportunity to collaborate with Amazon for Cherokee Film Institute’s inaugural classes. We hope this collaboration is the first of many bridges built to connect CFI certificate-earners to careers in the film industry." — Brettlyn Bevenue, CFI Program Manager. We’re grateful for this partnership and look forward to the future opportunities it will bring!

Oscar Wilde once said: “Mere color…can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways.” A person in the position of colorist on a film or TV set would most definitely agree with him. The colorist, responsible for the indispensable duty of enhancing the visual look and feel of a project, works very closely with the director, director of photography and cinematographer on a project in post-production. They use color editing software to ensure that mood and color scheme is on point and consistent throughout the movie or show. The greenish hue present through “The Matrix” is a great example of how the work of a colorist can help convey the overall theme of a project. They’re irreplaceable in the creation of a project and can save the budget with their post-production skills and expertise. Cherokee Film Institute is your go-to source for exploring careers in the film industry. Follow us to learn more about the various roles that bring movies to life.

Your passion has a place on set. ?? ??? We're empowering more Native Americans to find themselves in the film industry. Whether it is in the writers' room or behind the camera, we are helping Native American filmmakers step into their roles. We're not just opening doors for Native Americans in film; we're building a community where every creative can find their place. #CherokeeFilmInstitute #MoreNatives

We tend to think of movies and shows as visual works, focusing on what we see. However, one of the most important aspects of film is the sound. Enter the production sound mixer. It’s their job on set to capture and mix all the audio captured for a production. From operating the recording equipment to directing the sound team to managing the boom and wireless microphones, the production sound mixer is a crucial position on set. Imagine your favorite monologue in your favorite movie. Didn’t it sound amazing? Yes, it was because of the great writing and the actor’s performance, but it was also because a production sound mixer made sure of it. From scouting locations for potential sound issues before filming to solving audio problems like background noise in real time, what you hear in a film is the work of a dedicated professional. Curious about the wide range of jobs in the film industry? Follow Cherokee Film Institute to learn more about where you could find your perfect fit.

Over the weekend, 2News KJRH visited our classroom! Hear from one of our students about what they are learning and the importance of Native American representation in film and media. https://lnkd.in/g_e2kZn6