Stage One
'I'm interested but not 100% yet'
We visit the school to talk it all through in detail. A follow-up email recap enables you to discuss with colleagues and make a considered, informed decision. We can also put you in touch with previous client schools for an unbiased opinion.
Stage Two
'We'VE GOT THE go-ahead'
We arrange a 2-3 hr Ideas Session for the pupil crew (up to 18 can take part, all ages welcome) to discuss their ideas for the film. We supply a briefing document to help stimulate discussion. Our role is to foster an environment where everyone feels ownership, and creativity is balanced with what’s achievable. The following week we send through a draft script, for feedback by pupils/the school, then script sign-off and scheduling begins.
Stage Three
'And... Action!'
Filming takes place over 1-2 days, scheduled to show the school off at its absolute best - and minimise any potential disruption. We supply a professional crew (plus all equipment) and establish a production hub as a base - usually the Marketing Dept. Three separate pupil crews ('A Unit', 'B Unit' and 'Behind-The-Scenes') are on the go at any time, guided by industry professionals to ensure great results. A stills photographer can document the process as an optional extra.
Stage Four
'It's in the can...'
Editing takes place over 2-4 sessions, usually after school, and edit laptops are left at the school for additional work to take place. Two films are produced: the Prospectus and Behind-The-Scenes Film. Once both films are signed off by the school, we send them to be sound-mixed and graded (picture enhancement) by our Emmy-nominated post-production team.
Stage Five
'That's a wrap'
We deliver 2 items to the school: Prospectus Film & Behind-The-Scenes, all in web-ready digital form. Still photos are available as an optional extra.