THE COMISSIONING PROCESS

The Process of Production
The process of production begins with programme development, in which we help clients design a concept suited to their needs. In the pre-production phase, we carry out the required research for the video, design a draft script and storyboard that is subject to approval by the client, and organise a shooting schedule. Client involvement at this stage is crucial- it entails script approval and development, and assistance in organising shooting locations, logistics, interviews, events and filming permission where necessary.

During the production period, our crew travels between locations, shooting the required footage over the number of days agreed upon by the client. Shoots may be split up into phases to accommodate changing seasons or particular events. Back at the Production division, all the footage is transferred onto VHS tapes, shots are logged and interviews transcribed in preparation for the off-line edit. Clients may wish to peruse interview transcripts and suggest which segments should be included in the final script.

The post-production process involves two editing phases- the off-line edit which constructs a detailed video using the VHS transfer footage, and the on-line edit which re-constructs the final video using the original rushes. It is at this stage that music scores are selected, the voice-over recorded, and graphics designed. Clients are asked to preview the off-line and approve or suggest changes, before the video is allowed to move on-line.

In the final phase, clients preview the on-line video and makes any minor suggestions that are incorporated before the video is mixed. As per the stipulated contract, the client takes delivery of one or more digital Master tapes, VHS copies of the Master, and in some cases, the digital tapes containing the original rushes.

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