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EPK Directors/Producers (D/P) may be asked to pitch for a job after reading the script. They will consider how the EPK and “making-of” films fit in with the overall press and marketing campaign. Once they have been hired EPK D/Ps work directly with the film company’s publicity department, and with the on-set Unit Publicist, to organise the shooting schedule.

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For the b-roll (general behind the scenes footage of the film’s production) EPK D/Ps select days during the main shoot when major cast members are on set. They make sure they are available for interviews and know when exciting location and action sequences are planned. Once on set, EPK Crews work closely with Assistant Directors and the rest of the crew to find the best position from which to film. Their shot ideally includes a good view of the scene, and also of the crew filming it.

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EPK crews must also ensure that they do not position the camera in actors’ eye-lines during takes. Interviews are usually conducted as close to the set as possible. If special lighting is required, or if the set is too noisy, other areas must be found. At the end of each day’s shoot, EPK D/Ps check the sound and picture quality of any interviews recorded, that any scenes shot are of the right quality.  

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EPKs often have to be ready up to two months before the film’s release to allow for all approvals to be given, and for any changes that need to be made. ‘Making Of’ programmes have to be delivered to television stations up to a month before broadcast. They should be completed well in advance to allow for any approvals and re-cuts. Once the final cut is approved, the picture is graded and the sound mixed to broadcast standards. 

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DVD material requires up to six months lead time. This is to allow for DVD authoring and to dub (translate) or subtitle the programme extras.

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EPKs are produced and edited by a small number of highly specialist companies. These employ Director/Producers (D/Ps) to write and edit each production. Camera and Sound Operators are hired on a film by film basis, and are usually highly experienced film industry practitioners. EPK D/Ps often work on three or four films simultaneously.

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Responsibilities

• Have a wide experience of being on film sets

• Have experience of programme making

• Have experience of editing techniques

• Have experience of journalism

• Understand film production processes

• Have good computer skills 

• Be able to work to a brief

• Be able to multi-task

• Have good communication skills

• Be sensitive and tactful

• Be able to work independently and as part of a team

• Be able to work well under pressure

• Be able to give direction

• Understand the relevant health and safety laws and procedures

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Skills

 

• Producing interviews and behind the scenes footage for press kits

• Producing documentaries about the making of the film

• Producing extras for DVD release

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Qualifications

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• Film and Broadcasting (Level 6)

• HNC Media Analysis and Production

• HNC Photography