Workshops
AFW 1-Weekend and 2-Weekend Warrior Workshops
Production and instruction from a menu of action sequences that include chase scenes, gun fights, bar fights, sword duels, knife fights, falls, fire and all things destructive in the art of film violence. From story and shot selection to staging and fight arranging & coordination you get training and experience. From the classroom to your resumé reel in one to two weekends!
Next 1-Weekend Workshops:
March 20 – 22, 2008 - NYC Area
April 19 – 21, 2008 - Boston Area
Tuition (does not include housing):
Fight Arrangers: $450.00
Actors: $300.00
Editors: $300.00
The AFW offers mentoring and instruction provided by DGA directors, professional stunt coordinators, fight directors, acting coaches, and stunt performers who guide you through exercises and short action film productions.
A workshop designed for students, teachers, and working professionals who crave action film experience but can't sacrifice time away from school or work. The workshops are conveniently located for east coast participants and easily accessible by public transportation for commuters. Inexpensive housing is also available and all meals are catered to better utilize the time.
General Curriculum
Students receive instruction in camera fighting, staging and stunt doubling, special effects and post-production. Productions and exercises consist of a variety of staged action sequences and fight disciplines shot in various film styles using a variety of weaponry, simple stunts, and special effects. AFW chooses scripts that best showcase the talents of its students, and unlike other film workshops, AFW produces each project to maximize production quality and the artistic potential of the participants.
For us, it's about quality instruction, hands-on professional experience, and making you look good.
All students take away an edited broadcast quality DVD of their work!
Directing Students
Directors are mentored as they direct the projects and communicate with producers, actors, stunt coordinators, and camera operators throughout the preproduction, shoot, and editing phase.
Fight Arranger Students
Work closely with professional stunt coordinators who will be responsible for guiding them in the safe creation of exciting fights and stunts for camera production.
Actor/Combatant Students
Actors play roles in the exercises and projects, The workshop thrives on individuals who are action-oriented and seeking footage to pump up their reels. The shooting scripts are adapted for the student actors who participate, so we feature everyone!
Faculty
A.C. Weary (DGA director, television and film) • J. Allen Suddeth (professional stunt coordinator and fight master) • Dale Girard (fight master, professional stunt man) • Eric Hartmann (postproduction editing and digital effects) • Ted Sharon (acting/movement and choreography for the camera)
Equipment
Broadcast quality DVX 100A Panasonic cameras, jib, dolly, car mounts, steady-cams, Arri lighting equipment and Apple/Mac G5 with Final Cut Pro editing and After Effects.
Housing
Housing arrangements are available for students unable to commute for an additional charge.
How to Apply
The AFW is designed for actors and actresses with training in stage combat, movement, athletics, or dance who are physically fit and up to the rigors and demands of action film production work.
All interested in applying should download & fill out their application and send in their deposit (by check or Paypal) with a full body photograph, and resumé to:
- Action Film Workshops
- 140 Highland Avenue
- Montclair, New Jersey 07042
