Main Responsibilities of a Film Post Production Supervisor at Film and TV Production Studio
Brandi, a Film Post-Production Supervisor, describes a varied workday, sometimes checking in with the crew—"making sure everybody's getting what they need"—and other times attending film mixes or test screenings—"making sure the movie theater looks and sounds as best as it can." Ultimately, Brandi's role centers on facilitating the creative process by providing support to artists and ensuring the necessary infrastructure is in place for optimal film production.
Project Management, Communication, Teamwork, Problem-Solving, Behind-the-Scenes
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Brandi Craig
Film Post Production Supervisor
Film & TV Production Studio
UCLA
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Video Highlights
1. The day-to-day tasks of a post-production supervisor vary greatly, highlighting the dynamic nature of the job and the need for adaptability.
2. The supervisor plays a crucial role in facilitating communication and collaboration among various team members, including editors, assistants, and creative executives, ensuring the project runs smoothly.
3. Attending film mixes and test screenings are significant aspects of the job, offering opportunities to be involved in both the technical and audience reception sides of filmmaking.
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What does a day in the life of a post-production supervisor look like?
My typical day can look like many different things, so there isn't really a "typical" day. Usually, in the mornings, depending on whether a film is in production, I check in with my production crew. I talk to editors, assistant editors, and creative executives.
I make sure everyone is getting what they need, depending on our stage in the process. Sometimes things are just humming along, like your body's nervous system; you don't have to think about breathing. But other days, I need to check in and assess progress.
Some days I attend screenings. These are test screenings where you see a movie that might not have been released yet. At the end, a person asks for feedback on the film. I set up and run these screenings, spending the day at a movie theater ensuring it looks and sounds its best.
Another favorite part of my job is attending the mixes of films. This is where all the sound comes together: the music, dialogue, and sound effects. Any created sound effects, like those from Foley, are brought together and mixed to create the film's sonic world. I oversee that these processes go well and on time.
The one constant is that I am getting people what they need. People come to me because something needs to happen and be facilitated. My daily task is ensuring artists are supported, along with our infrastructure, to make these films as best as possible.
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