Assistant Director Film Duties Explained - AD Donald Sparks Interview

Assistant Director Film Duties - Don Sparks (Blade Runner 2049, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Sicario) walks us through the role of an assistant director, from pre-production to production.
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DON SPARKS - FIRST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR INTERVIEW
Assistant director film duties are many. From extensive planning during pre-production to ensuring a set is running smoothly during production, an assistant director is a key figure in making a movie. But what is a 1st AD? Donald Sparks, whose impressive resume proves he knows a thing or two about the job, has joined us to help answer that question and many more.
WHAT DOES AN ASSISTANT DIRECTOR DO?
Sparks explains how to 1st AD, discussing the collaborative process between the assistant director and the director, the ins and outs of a script breakdown, the utility of a stripboard, and best practices on set. We also delve into the AD’s relationship with other roles and departments, like line producers and unit production managers, as well as the camera, grip, and production departments. Plus, Sparks gives us some insight into the making of celebrated films like Prisoners, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Blade Runner 2049, and more.
What does a 1st AD do? After watching, you may be asking what they don’t do.
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This is a sub-channel that could easily surpass the original channel... Such an incredible amount of great and valuable info.

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Sparks is a legend

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Such a good video, wow! Thanks Donald and StudioBinder!

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wonderful! love don!

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These interviews are incredible, please keep them coming!

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loving these interviews

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Putting together the puzzle is a fun game. Nice interview.

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Great interview, amazing information.

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