Description
All participants will be filmed operating each gag and footage will be provided afterwards for demo reel usage.
Stunt Coordinator, Special Effects Coordinator and Armorer JON FUNK will also provide students with guidance on what next steps to take in pursuit of a career in the FX Industry for Film and TV (dangerous goods certificate, ACFC application, permittee courses, pyro ticket, etc.).
With many film workers leaving the industry due to a prolonged strike there is shortage of workers expected in the new year as productions are ramping up full force in 2024.
Start your journey in Special Effects for Film and Television TODAY!
FIRE
Learn how to operate a Propane Firebar to create SFX Fire on Camera.
Atmosphere – SMOKE and WIND
Learn how to operate a SMOKE machine and WIND machine. Interior and Exterior.
Squibs – BLOOD
Learn how to use Pyrotechnics to build a SQUIB. Create bullet hits that look realistic.
Get filmed “getting shot” using a SQUIB.
Air Cannon – DEBRIS EXPLOSION
Learn how to operate an AIR CANNON and FIRING BOX SYSTEM to create realistic explosions on camera.
Black Powder – FIRE EXPLOSION
Learn how to operate a BLACK POWDER lifter to create simulated EXPLOSIONS that look REAL.
WATER
Learn how to work with WATER on camera.