Intro to Industry
Overview
Students will gain a holistic overview of career opportunities in the film & media industry, as well as an understanding of the state of the industry. CFI stands apart from other programs because of its focus on Native American representation. This required course offers content not found in other training programs, such as what to expect when filming with tribes and protocol for filming on tribal lands.
Instructors
Taylor Hensel is an award-winning producer, writer, director and Cherokee Nation citizen based in Oklahoma. Her work has been showcased at major film festivals worldwide including Sundance, and has streamed internationally.
Brit is an Oklahoma-based director and award-winning filmmaker whose work explores themes of environment, Indigenous women’s experiences, language and her people’s connection to the lands of Oklahoma and North Carolina. A citizen of the Cherokee Nation, she is the first female enrolled member of the tribe to direct a film selected by the Sundance Film Festival.
What Will
I Learn?
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The Filmmaking Process
The entire process of getting a story made and in front of audiences, from script development to distribution.
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The Industry Language
The on-set lingo to ensure you feel confident during production.
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When To Bring In The Experts
When, why and how to bring in advisors and consultants for Native American content.
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Synchronicity On Set
What each department is responsible for and how an in-sync operation creates a safe and efficient on-set environment.
