Does your role in film and television require you to have deep knowledge of the Axis of Action (aka The 180 Degree Rule) to the point where you don't just have a general understanding of it, but can use it fluidly as a tool to support or create your director's vision?
This new and often-requested masterclass by veteran script supervisor Daniela Saioni is designed to help Script Supervisors, Directors and other Filmmakers master the Axis as fluidly as she has during her three decades working on major motion pictures. Not only has she been one of the few (and sometimes, only) axis authorities on set, but has been training filmmakers in the classroom on axis and coverage since 1995. For the first time ever, her axis training is available here as a stand-alone class, outside her full training programs.
Please note: this 3-hour masterclass is free with the Director Whisperer Training Program (a training program for international Script Supervisors in their first 10 years), or can be purchased on its own here.
TRAINING OVERVIEW
This masterclass includes...
The Axis of Action or 180 Degree Rule defined
Multiple approaches to conceptualizing The Axis in your scene work
The numerous reasons we "cross the line" on purpose to achieve specific cinematic goals and emotionally impact an audience
How to communicate axis issues and suggestions effectively to your director and team
Strategizing the axis and effective coverage approaches in multi-person scenes that normally challenge filmmakers and cause unnecessary anxiety
Approaching axis as a tool, not a rule (yes, I said it: don't become the axis police, but rather, an artisan of the axis who approaches all axis questions with vision and fluidity)
How to resolve axis disagreements or correct any accidental line crosses
Follow-up questions via email for Daniela ... and more!
ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR....
Daniela Saioni has been script supervising for 32 years internationally with A-list directors including Paul Feig, Mimi Leder, Bruce Beresford, Greg Daniels, Silver Tree, Davis Guggenheim, David F. Sandberg and has also supported many first-time directors. She is especially known as a comedy script supervisor who has worked at all budget levels (Shazam!, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Three to Tango,The Boondock Saints, Suits, People of Earth, Work It) in 10 countries.
She is also a character actress, former stand-up comic and multi-awardwinning comedy screenwriter who brings that knowledge into her work as a creative coach. She has taught for various notable film organizations and guest lectured at universities since 1995 and has helped lead numerous script supervisors, directors and screenwriters in 25 countries to fulfilling, six-figure careers through her own training programs.
What Daniela's Students are Saying...
Your class gave me the confidence boost I needed and really made me see our world thru the eyes of the director. Just wanted to thank you and tell you that I got my own show as Main Unit Script Supervisor on The Chi.
Marianna Harrison (Chicago, US)
Script Supervisor
[on AM I COVERED?] This is my third time taking a workshop with Daniela, which I have greatly enjoyed. I find her workshops are well researched, informative and inspirational. I always come away from them with more insight both into the creative process of filmmaking, as well as into myself.
Virgina Abramovitch (Toronto, Canada)
Feature Filmmaker & TV Director
Daniela's devotion and generosity to her students and teaching continue far beyond the last day of class. Daniela remains available and responsive to any questions and conerns we have as we move towards building our careers. Additionally, she welcomes us into a community of our peers, encouraging us to keep learning and growing together.
Julie S. (Montreal, Canada)
Script Supervisor
[on Am I Covered?] I must say that this is the most comprehensive and - excuse my language - most no-bullsh*t film-related course I have ever seen. It was pure enjoyment to follow your lessons.
Milan A. (Toronto, Canada)
Director / Script Supervisor
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