Make Your Scenes Authentic

Learn directly from Lindsay Mcgrail, Award-Winning Technical Consultant (Gone Girl, Entourage The Movie, Shameless, and Leverage)!

Whether you are an actor, producer, director, writer or part of the creative team, it is the collective objective that every scene be remarkably detailed. Whether it's setting up the correct tools on a doctor's tray for an ER scene, or ensuring the right courtroom employees are present during a trial scene, attention to detail is what can make or break the authenticity of a scene.

The art of technical film consulting is a push and pull between this factual vision and the fantastical realm of the filmmaker. No matter what the budget, it is not always necessary to just chase large scale accuracy. Instead, a focus needs to be on making every scene as detailed and evocative as possible.

From professionals to brand new filmmakers with little or no budget, begin the great habit of making sure your work is authentic and credible. Care enough about your project to get it right and arm your team with knowledge. Since nothing beats going to the source for accurate information, Stage 32 has brought you Lindsay Mcgrail - Hollywood's go-to woman for technical consultation!

In this Stage 32 Next Level Webinar, Lindsay Mcgrail will take you through the process of the art of film and TV consulting and technical advising. Lindsay will cover everything from how to hire a technical advisor, to how to be authentic without prior knowledge of a topic, to what a beta reader is and why you need one, to what to consider when you first sit down to write the script, plus much, much more. If you have a project that needs accurate scenes – medical, historical, occupational, etc. – this is your go-to guide to learn how to be as authentic in your scenes as possible!

Your Stage 32 Next Level Webinar host Lindsay Mcgrail is an award winning technical consultant, actress and producer. She has been the Technical Consultant on everything from big budget films, such as Gone Girl and Entourage the movie, to hit TV shows such as Shameless and Leverage, to the Award Winning USC short, Only Light, about child sex slavery in America. Lindsay also also the co­founder of Hollywood Detectives, a company formed by retired and active law enforcement, Bounty Hunters, International PI's and K9 that provides Producers with complete packages of skilled actors to play Police, Sheriff, LAPD, SWAT, and real Private Investigators/Bounty Hunters. There’s a reason she’s the go-to person in Hollywood, and she’s here to teach exclusively for Stage 32!

What You Will Learn

1. Why it's the collective objective that every scene be remarkably detailed.

2. When to hire a technical consultant: I've been hired at many different stages of production.

3. Nothing beats going to the source for accurate information on any topic - How do you approach them?.

4. How to step into uncharted territory armed with knowledge.

5. What is a beta reader and do you need one?

6. Attention to detail and symbolism: One director's POV.

7. Where to find your expert. How much will they cost?

8. Formula for success; award winning films, scripts and performances.

9. So you're an expert and you want to play in our sandbox?

10. We are all seeking the highest and truest expression of who we are. Go team!

11. Let me take you through the steps of our indie darling, USC 546 project Award Winning short, Only Light, A story about Child Sex Slavery in America.

12. Getting ready to write, produce or begin principal photography of an action drama? Things you will want to consider; Technical Consultant, tactical advisor, script advisor, weapons safety training, tactical choreography, story development, character development, casting, props, weapons, wardrobe, k9 and picture cars.

13. Live Q&A with Lindsay!

Who Should Attend?

• Writers
• Script Consultants
• Directors
• Producers
• Line Producers
• Actors
• Head of Creative Departments; set dressing, props, wardrobe, art department
• Anyone with a skill set interested in becoming a technical consultant

About Your Host, Lindsay Mcgrail, Technical Consultant

Lindsay McGrail, co­founder of Hollywood Detectives, has found her way onto some pretty incredible sets; Gone Girl, Entourage the movie, Shameless, Leverage, Lie to Me, indie feature Gilded Cage and a USC 546 film project Winner, Only Light. Whether lending her expertise, vision and most times acting chops to $50,000,000.00 features or $40,000.00 indie shorts, the goal is always the same, "not only will I make you look good, I'm fun to work with."

Lindsay's consulting work has come from her training as a nurse, 4 years on the streets of Los Angeles as a Human Trafficking First Responder and most recently working with retired and active law enforcement, Bounty Hunters, International PI's and K9 with her company, Hollywood Detectives. They provide complete packages of skilled actors, fully loaded squad cars, crown vics, wardrobe, weapons and props, K9 and technical support. Her team's highlights for 2014 include; Tabloid 2, AT&T National Commercial, Gilded Cage, Lockhart, Gnome Alone, 24 Hours, Checkmate, Bounty Wars, Beauty Queen Murders, several music videos and indie films. They also just wrapped a feature with Renee Perez.

About the Stage 32 Next Level Webinar Format

Webinars take place online using a designated software program from Stage 32. You can participate from the comfort of your own home and you will be able to communicate directly with your instructor during the webinar. If you cannot attend the live webinar, don't worry! Each webinar is recorded and you can view it on-demand as many times as you'd like for up to a year.