FP41 Film Production – Grip and Rigging Technician ll, Technical Certificate of Credit
Offered at the Griffin Campus
Program Entrance Term: |
Fall, Spring |
Minimum Length of Program: |
3 terms |
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
22 |
Program Description
This program is designed to prepare entry- level workers for a job as a production assistant assigned to the grip Department in the film and TV/video production industry, with an emphasis in the day-to-day working environment of on-stage and location production operation. With skills in Grip department protocol, proficiency in industry standard equipment, operations and logistical support, knowledge of workplace and production hierarchy and the overall production business, these student will possess the skill-set to enter the highly competitive film and TV production marketplace with an advantage over their untrained counterparts.
Admission Requirements
- Submit completed application and application fee
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
- Meet assessment requirements
The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.
Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.
Program Courses
First Term
COFC 1020 | Professional Tool Use and Safety | 3 |
FILM 2010 | Advanced Skills for Film and TV Production I | 3 |
FILM 2020 | Advanced Skills for Film and TV Production II | 3 |
Second Term
FILM 2410 | Advanced Skills of Grip/Rigging for Film I | 3 |
FILM 2420 | Advanced Skills of Grip/Rigging for Film II | 3 |
FILM 2430 | Basics of Crane, Condor and Heavy Equipment | 3 |
Third Term
Choose one of the following:
FILM 2550 | GFA Film Practicum/Internship | 6 |
| OR | |
FILM 2900 | Film and TV Production Practicum/Internship | 4 |