The 1st AD works directly with the Director to manage of the minute to minute operations on the set during the process of filming, as well as co-ordinating the necessary communication of details of future operations as the filming progresses.
Other duties include tracking the progress of filming versus the production schedule, observing all rules related to union crafts, labor contracts and location agreements, maintaining safety on the working set, and working with the Unit Manager to keep operational costs within the budgeted plan.
A Second Assistant Director is responsible for information distribution and reporting, cast notification and preparations during the shooting process, recording of all data relative to the working hours of the crew and cast, management of the background cast (atmosphere or "extras"), preparation of call sheets, production reports,and other documentation.
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| Michael Elliot http://www.independenttalent.com/ Second Unit Director or Assistant Director / Producer Agent Independent Talent Group Kate Ledger +44 207 636 6565 Latest Credits Include Antichrist - First Assistant Director 2009 Bright Star - First Assistant Director 2009 Into the Storm - First Assistant Director 2008 |
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| First Assistant Director http://www.marcociglia.com Marco is an assured and trusted professional with a solid track record in providing each project with the key skills required to stay on schedule. He possesses a strong ability to work with and meet the needs of both the creative and investment teams to create high quality feature films & TV drama across a range of budget levels. Marco has over 10 years practical production experience as a 1stAD with an extensive slate of features including a wealth of stunt & vfx driven action pictures. He has worked on all major formats from 35mm to HD. Marco has successfully run feature films worldwide including in Romania, Lithuania, Hungary, Malta, Spain, Italy, Luxembourg, UK & Northern Ireland. He is fully conversant with Final Draft, Movie Magic/EP scheduling software. Marco is bond recognised and extensively trained in health & safety, with a 100% safety record. His core abilities include diligent project oversight & management, handling complex & demanding schedules, effective leadership & crew management, strong clear communication skills, and a flexible & confident approach to any challenge. - (Read more) |
| Nick Shuttleworth http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0796038/ Recent Credits include: - (Read more) |
| Tom Rye http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0753235/ Experienced Assistant Director.
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| Scott Bunce http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0120336/ St Albans
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