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LEGAL STUFF |
Please
be sure to read the following
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| All data
and graphics contained in the entirety of all presentations remains the
sole property of Action Film Faces and may not be used in any way
without the written consent of Action Film Faces. We reserve the
right to make changes without prior notification. |
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Our members
are expected to:
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abide
by the laws of the country and not to become involved in any illegal activities |
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give
their full support to any project in which they might become involved
through Action Film Faces and follow instructions as requested
and required |
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not
use alcohol or drugs or be under their influence while on set |
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undertake
not to be late for any appointments |
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undertake
to read the newsletter on a regular basis for possible updates and changes |
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immediately
notify Action Film Faces of any changes in sizes or looks |
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understand
that no guarantees can be given as to the number of offers or the amount
of work that could be forthcoming in terms of the exposure offered on
this website |
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have
no claims of any sort against Action Film Faces |
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understand
that right of membership may be terminated or refused. |
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UNDER AGE MODELS
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PLEASE
NOTE:
Depending on current legislation in each country, parents' consent is
required for all minors, should their child be cast in any role. In South
Africa this would be for any minor of 15 years or younger. We require
a signed
consent form (please print, fill in and
fax one copy per under age child to Action Film Faces),
as well as a copy of their birth certificate/s and ID document/s. FAX:
+27 (21) 421 1923 |
| CODE
OF CONDUCT |
| PUNCTUAL
... PROFESSIONAL ... POLITE ... PLEASANT ... PATIENT |
| PUNCTUAL:
Please be punctual at all times. All shoots have a very tight
schedule and it is of utmost importance to be on time. The crew, which
sometimes number 40/50 people cannot be expected to wait for you. |
| PROFESSIONAL:
Remember you are working and hired to do a job for the day. You are expected
to act in a professional manner towards your colleagues, crew and especially
towards the director and assistant director. Although you may be tempted,
please refrain from giving advice or suggestions to the crew as they do
not appreciate being told what to do by the artists. Make sure your cellphone
is switched off on set. |
| POLITE:
Caterers provide meals for the crew and artists during the course
of the day. Please be polite and courteous at all times. Remember they
cannot cater for each person’s individual tastes. The budget for
the particular shoot will determine the generosity of the menu. It is
a rule on all film sets for the crew to eat first, therefore do not be
offended should the crew members go to the front of the queue. They have
to return to set to prepare for the next scene. |
| PLEASANT:
Enjoy the day, try and be pleasant to your colleagues. Should you have
a complaint speak to your co coordinator. Please refrain from causing
discontent by complaining to the other artists. |
| PATIENT:
To be involved in the film industry, patience is of utmost importance.
You will find that you spend most of your day either waiting around for
your next scene or you will have to be patient while the director does
take after take after take. Do not ask what time you are likely to finish
as filming is unpredictable. Should you have other engagements that will
restrict your working hours, please do not accept the job at all. We suggest
you take a book or magazine to help pass the time. |
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BRIEF OF THE BASICS
You will be contacted for availability for shoots or castings. However
should you repeatedly turn down jobs, we will be hesitant about contacting
you in the future.
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| WHAT
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An Extra: used as part of a crowd in the
background. |
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A
feature: someone who supports the lead artists and is seen on screen
for more than 3 seconds. (This only applies to commercials) |
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A
lead: the main character in the scene. |
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A
co-ordinator: the person responsible for all the characters.
The coordinator will have the arrival form and release form for you to
sign. Should you have any problems on set the coordinator is the person
to speak to. |
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The
saying “Check the gate” When
the producer thinks they have got the perfect shot or enough shots of
that scene they will check the camera gate before going onto the next
scene. |
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The
saying “It’s a wrap” This
will indicate the end of the shoot.
In other words it is time to go home. |
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Director, assistant director (A.D.)
and 2nd A.D. needless to say this is the
pecking order of the people in charge of the shoot. The A.D. or 2nd
A.D. will more often than not be the person giving most of the instructions
on set
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Casting: Is mainly for features and leads. This is where the selection
process takes place. You will be briefed beforehand on the, casting date,
product, character, shoot dates, fee and type of job i.e: commercial,
TV, film etc. On arrival, you will be given a number and a form to complete.
When your number is called, you will be taken into the studio, where you
will be positioned and asked to introduce yourself and agency to the camera.
For a stills shoot, only photographs will be taken and for a live shoot,
you may be required to act out a small part, either with supplied dialogue
or adlib. Please remember to be assertive, confident
and to speak clearly. |
| PROCESS |
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As
an extra, you will be briefed on the product, character, shooting time
and date, fee and type of job ie: commercial, TV, film etc. You will be
requested to take 3 or more outfits of clothing with you to the shoot.
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In
a feature or lead, the wardrobe department on shoot will provide clothing,
make-up etc. to you. |
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More
often than not, transport to the shoots is provided from a central meeting
point i.e: Green Point Stadium. On arrival at the meeting point you will
be expected to sign in. On return at the end of the shoot you will be
required to sign the release form. This is essential for payment purposes. |
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While
on set you will be instructed by the co-coordinator, assistant director
and director on what to do and how to do it. Please be co-operative and
attentive at all times. REMEMBER YOU ARE THERE TO WORK NOT TO PLAY, even
though it can be great fun. Should you need to use toilet during a take,
ask the co-coordinator or assistant director as they are responsible for
you at all times. However it is advisable to make sure you answer nature’s
call during the breaks. |
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Should
your shoot be rained off, you may be asked to return on another day to
complete the shoot. Please advise us so that we can ensure payment. |
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A
full day on a film set for artists is 11 or 12 hours. Your co-coordinator
will make a note of any overtime done. Nobody can say for sure what time
you will finish. |
| PAYMENT |
| Most
of the shoots done in South Africa are for overseas products. Therefore
it can take up to 3 months for payment to come through. We will contact
you once the payment has been finalized so you can collect your fee. |
| AVAILABILITY |
| Should you go on leave
or be unavailable at any time please advise us accordingly |
| CONFIDENTIALITY |
| Your fees must not
be discussed with other artists or crew members. Should you have a query
about your fee, please feel free to discuss this with ACTION. JUST ENJOY
– AND HAVE FUN! |
