Tue 5th - Sat 30th Apr 2022
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
We’ve got a range of courses coming up this year so do let us know at training@productionguild.com if you would like to be on the list to hear when booking/applications open. This is usually about six weeks before the course date.
Dates and fees are subject to change. All fees are exclusive of booking fee and VAT
Movie Magic Budgeting 10
May
Fees: PGGB Member: £xx Non-member: £XX
A one-day course for those who are completely new to Movie Magic Budgeting software and/or those looking to upgrade to the new version 10. It will be an in-depth and hands-on course designed for anyone working in production.
If required, licences and software will be available to hire. A deposit will be charged and refunded on deactivation of the licence.
Runners - June
Fees: £85
The Production Guild of Great Britain's Runners training is designed to prepare you for working in the film and TV drama industry. The course is delivered by leading film and television industry professionals and will cover what is expected of you in such a demanding yet rewarding work environment. It will also help to channel your ambition into achievable career routes in film and TV.
'I had had an interest in the TV and film industry for a while when I found out that the Production Guild were running a short course, which I was delighted to secure a place on. The tutor and guest speakers provided valuable advice and different ways to break into the industry including CV tips. Following on from the course I was able to get my first production role. I am excited to have started my career within the industry and I am enjoying every moment. Thank you, Production Guild, for this great opportunity.'
Leadership and Negotiation
June 2022
Fees: PGGB Member £195 Non-member £225
In this workshop we’ll introduce ways to help you to prepare for and manage situations where you know what you want and need, but the other party sees it differently. Using a mix of discussion and exercises we’ll cover the principles of negotiation and try out some practical tools that you apply to any situation. In this industry we constantly need to negotiate - contracts, credits, rates of pay, our terms of contract. Yet often when it comes to negotiating for ourselves, we can find it awkward or difficult to ask for what we think we deserve. This workshop will cover the key strategies to a successful and positive negotiation. The course will focus on the influencing skills for leadership and negotiation.
Influence is critical to success whether you need to make a deal, ask for a rise, bring in change, sort out differences of opinion or convince someone to do what you ask. Any of these might come under the heading of ‘difficult’ situations, but what can you do to make it less daunting, and increase your chances of success?
Supporting Mental Health
June 2022 – 09.00 to 11.00
Fees: PGGB Member: £80 Non-member: £100
In response to the current mental health crisis in the production community, The Production Guild partnered with mental health company, Solas Mind, and commissioned a certificate course for the industry: 'Supporting Mental Health'.
This workshop will increase awareness and understanding around mental health and will help individuals to recognise the signs and offer support to people suffering from mental distress in the workplace and in the community.
Introduction to Production Accounting
11th and 18th June 2022
Fees: £325 (no member non-member difference before)
This two-day course, held over successive Saturdays, offers a comprehensive two-day introduction into production accounting. Taking place at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, the course is aimed at accounting graduates or any individuals who are interested in finding out more about production accounting or looking to move their careers into accountancy in film and TV production.
IOS
2nd July 2022
Fees: PGGB members: £220 Non-member: £275
This course is designed and delivered by Media Safety Limited covering health and safety for both freelancers and the employed working in film & TV production. It is IOSH and Safety Passport approved. The training is a comprehensive industry specific course delivered by health and safety practitioners allowing you to fully understand what skills and knowledge are needed for you to perform your role in production safely and efficiently. These essential skills are recognised and valued by productions and HoDs.
Please note that no courses will be held during August 2022 but we may be taking applications for courses in the autumn.
Runners
September 2022
Fees: £85
The Production Guild of Great Britain's Runners training is designed to prepare you for working in the film and TV drama industry. The course is delivered by leading film and television industry professionals and will cover what is expected of you in such a demanding yet rewarding work environment. It will also help to channel your ambition into achievable career routes in film and TV.
Supporting Mental Health
September 2022 –19.00 to 21.00
Fees: PGGB Member: £80 Non-member: £100
In response to the current mental health crisis in the production community, The Production Guild partnered with mental health company, Solas Mind, and commissioned a certificate course for the industry: 'Supporting Mental Health'.
This workshop will increase awareness and understanding around mental health and will help individuals to recognise the signs and offer support to people suffering from mental distress in the workplace and in the community.
Movie Magic Budgeting 10 (advanced)
Saturday 24th September and 8th October 2022
Fees: PGGB Member: £xx Non-member: £XX
This is an advanced course held over two Saturdays with half a day on each. It is aimed at people who regularly use and are comfortable with Movie Magic Budgeting software and wish to enhance their skills. It will be an in-depth and hands-on course designed for anyone working in production.
If required, licences and software will be available to hire. A deposit will be charged and refunded on deactivation of the licence.
Leadership and Negotiation
One weekday November 2022
Fees: PGGB Member £195 Non-member £225
In this workshop we’ll introduce ways to help you to prepare for and manage situations where you know what you want and need, but the other party sees it differently. Using a mix of discussion and exercises we’ll cover the principles of negotiation and try out some practical tools that you apply to any situation. In this industry we constantly need to negotiate - contracts, credits, rates of pay, our terms of contract. Yet often when it comes to negotiating for ourselves, we can find it awkward or difficult to ask for what we think we deserve. This workshop will cover the key strategies to a successful and positive negotiation. The course will focus on the influencing skills for leadership and negotiation.
Influence is critical to success whether you need to make a deal, ask for a rise, bring in change, sort out differences of opinion or convince someone to do what you ask. Any of these might come under the heading of ‘difficult’ situations, but what can you do to make it less daunting, and increase your chances of success?
Payroll
16th, 23rd and 30th November 2022
Fees: PGGB Member: £85 Non-member: £120
We are running three half days courses focussing on different aspects of payroll. Each course will run from 13.30 to 17.00.
The courses will provide a comprehensive overview of efficient payroll processes and the implications of the PACT/Bectu agreements. It will help to give clarity around working with the agreements and how to streamline payroll processes.
Supporting Mental Health
November 2022: 09.00 to 11.00
Fees: PGGB Member: £80 Non-member: £100
In response to the current mental health crisis in the production community, The Production Guild partnered with mental health company, Solas Mind, and commissioned a certificate course for the industry: 'Supporting Mental Health'.
This workshop will increase awareness and understanding around mental health and will help individuals to recognise the signs and offer support to people suffering from mental distress in the workplace and in the community.