The project leader, as it were. Makes sure everyone on the team is in communication, is in charge of answering questions, following up with the team, making sure everything is prepped for the shoot, and helping find locations. In charge of post-production communication and ensuring all necessary files are in the Google Drive folder by the due date.
This role does not necessarily need to be present at the shoot.
Creates the vision of the short in the form of a shot list and/or lined script and sends to the AD and DP, coordinates with the producer to find the location, communicates with actors if need be before the shoot, communicates with designers (wardrobe/scenic) before the shoot, communicates with editor after the shoot.
A Burn it Down workshop writer is expected to check back on the website to see what actors have signed up and write roles with them in mind, then write a script according to the episode's assigned challenge.
This role does not necessarily need to be present at the shoot.
Works with the director to carry out the vision for the script. In a Burn it Down workshop the DP operates the camera. Must make sure there will be equipment there day of -- OK if it's just a camera phone! Responsible to upload footage to Google Drive by due date.
In charge of logistics both before and during shoot: Sends call sheet, coordinates with director/producer re: shot list and locations, crew/producer to make sure equipment is set, and cast re: costumes, and makes sure the shoot itself runs smoothly and on time. Responsible for slating each shot.
In charge of recording sound for the short; responsible to upload footage to Google Drive by due date.
Burn it Down workshop actors are in charge of bringing a snack for the crafty; be sure to reach out to the AD (info on call sheet) for any day-of shoot issues (running late, etc).
Check the Google Drive by due date to download video and audio files (contact DP and/or Sound Mixer if any files are missing); will need to sync sound and image, cut the short together, and add any sound/music or color correction desired.
Beginners, fear not! Burn it Down will host an Editing Day where editors gather with a mentor and work together in the summer of 2020.
Helps DP with securing camera and lighting equipment; assist DP with camera and lighting during the shoot.
There to keep track of each shot for the editor to refer to in post-production; check with the director about best takes, note when there are any changes from actors (blocking/lines/gestures, etc) or crew (shift in lighting, technical issues, etc). Responsible for uploading notes to Google Drive folder by due date.
In charge of helping secure location for the shoot; Set the scene with the objects available in the space or ones you source from the group (contact Producer for anything you're missing).
In charge of coming up with actors' costumes -- reaches out to the actors before the shoot to see if they can source from their own wardrobes, and/or you can source from the group.
There to be helpful!
This can also be Editor, Writer, or Producer
If you'd like to be involved but something comes up that you can't make the shoot date, or can only be there part of the time, this role is for you! You can help secure equipment before the shoot date, set up art direction at the top of the shoot, etc.