Fundamentals Of Directing: From Visualization to Post-Production – 4 Class Intensive

"This was a phenomenal class. Thank you for providing a class of this caliber. Heath was informative and engaging."

-Angel M.

In depth and comprehensive 4-session class on the craft of directing with exclusive handouts and downloads

Limited Spots Available

Being the director of a movie or TV series episode is a prestigious title and dream job for many. But being a great director is about more than just calling out “Action!” It’s a difficult job with great responsibility. Whether you’re directing a big budget blockbuster, an episode of TV, or your first micro-budget independent feature, you can’t go into it blind. Being an effective director requires preparation, strategy, discipline, and an overall understanding of your responsibilities and how best to perform them. Do you know each step of a project’s journey and what it takes to make it all run smoothly while also being creatively fulfilling?

Heath Cullens is an accomplished director best known for directing IT’S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA, AP BIO, GREAT MINDS WITH DAN HARMON, and FX’s YOU’RE THE WORST. In this four-session class, Heath is going to arm you with everything you need to be a great director. From directing basics to developing your own visual style and point of view, session 1 will provide you with a good understanding of the director’s overall role and responsibilities. In session 2, Heath will teach you pre-production, including text analysis, building a shot list, camera basics, and how to effectively schedule. Session 3 will focus on production, including working with actors, making your day, knowing when you’ve “got the shot,” and how to manage your crew. Finally, Heath will spend the last session going over post-production, including working with the editor and dealing with notes from producers, investors, and the editor. You’ll leave this class with the confidence, skills, and technique it takes to be a great director.

Plus! Heath will provide you with a series of exclusive and helpful handouts to take with you and use when directing your next project. Downloads include:

• Camera Level & Shot Size
• Shot lists
• Ground plans – hand drawings
• Pre-production guide
• Mood board
• Camera Bible & Camera techniques

Throughout the course of this exclusive online class, you will have direct access to Heath as a mentor by email and via video conferencing.

Praise for Heath's Previous Stage 32 Directing Class

"Sometimes one signs up for a class not really knowing what to expect. This class I could never have anticipated! Heath went above and beyond any expectations I might have harbored. This was one of the best classes I have ever taken on Stage 32 or any other platform. I walked away with so much information, confidence and respect for the role of the director. My heartfelt thanks to Heath"

-Angela R.

"Heath was extremely knowledgeable and a great teacher. He had a perfect combination of facts and passion. He invested a lot of energy into, not only, teaching the class, but he also went above and beyond to inspire the class. Very grateful."

-Rainy K.