Focal Press Production Design: Visual Design for Film and Television

This soft cover version of Production Design: Visual Design for Film and Television by Peg McClellan gives an insider's view of the experiences and challenges of working as a Production Designer in film and television.

The book covers three major areas, starting with an overview and the basics of job responsibilities, the artistic approach and the background which every Production Designer needs to be familiar with, and progressing to the mechanics of the role with a day-to-day breakdown of the job itself. McClellan takes you through script analysis, team collaborations, the hierarchy of a production, hiring a team, the business elements, locations, studio facilities, handling change, and everything in between.

With case studies, insights from successful production designers, and inspiration in the form of over 200 color photos and illustrations from storyboards to sets, this is the ideal book for students seeking a career in production design, and professionals looking to further their design knowledge.

• Description
• Table of Contents
• The Language of Visuals
• The Business of Production Design
• Pre-Production
• Pitching and Presenting
• Drawing for Film
• The Magical Art Department
• Studios, Stages, and Set Construction
• Backings
• Graphics and Signage
• Props
• Set Decorating Department
• Lighting and Cinematography Department
• Wardrobe
• MAKE-UP/ Specialty Character Design/Creatures
• Shooting Schedule
• Production Meeting
• Changes
• Studio Facilities
• Backlots
• Strike
• Networking
• FAQs
• Recources
• Credits