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Script Supervision in commercials is a niche position.
Our job differs significantly from longform, it comes with practices that are unique to commercials. How well we navigate the political environment and interact with the players will determine our success and respect.
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I've been working in commercials for
three decades
and it took me a long time to understand the inner workings of this industry. I'll provide you with shortcuts to help you arrive on set equipped to recognize what's happening around you and how to make informed decisions in the moment.
Because with a job like this,
diplomacy comes first.
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Let's find out what this course
and my three decades of experience
will teach you:
ABOUT THE COURSE
My course is for longform Script Supervisors who want to
transition smoothly into commercials, and for those who have taken a Script Supervisors course, have some experience, and want to
start their career in commercials.
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I'll teach you how to be the best Script Supervisor for all types of commercials and directors. I'll show you the varied genres of commercials and what you'll need to know for each. I'll also hammer out the
nitty-gritty of set politics and give you tips for best professional practices.
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I'll take you from prep to wrap.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN
how to be respected and included in the filmmaking process
the similarities and differences between commercials and longform
how to support an advertising director
the politics of a commercial set
good practices with the agency and client
the various types of commercials
prep, production, and wrap
how to look for the sweet spot and condense time
breaking down schedules, scripts, storyboards, and previsualizations
how to be helpful to commercial actors
our unique relationship with all departments
VFX elements
deliverables, variations for multiple spots and aspect ratios
how to be in the right place at the right time on set
how to troubleshoot in prep and on the day
Are you tired of working endless days on set?
Would you like to work less and earn a good living?
Ready for a balance that prioritizes life before work?
ABOUT ME
As an international Script Supervisor, I've worked on feature films, TV movies, mini-series, episodic television, and commercials. I've been employed in India, Europe, Asia, North Africa, and Canada, where I currently live.
I've had the perfect vantage point to learn all aspects of filmmaking which has led me to do my own projects.
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I directed, shot, and edited two documentaries while living in Thailand. Both films featured Lady Lea Laarakker, her art, and her silk weaving project in Ban Ren Khai.
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From my desk at The United Nations, I wrote an outline for a documentary series for the International Labour Organization (ILO) titled Women Homeworkers of SE Asia.
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I co-directed OMFYP
(Old Movies For Young People)
a YouTube series created by acclaimed playwright Brad Fraser.
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I’ve worked alongside some of the best commercial directors in the world, such as Jason Van Bruggen, Tim Godsall, Nicolai Fugslig, Jeff Low, Oliver Gondry, Andreas Nilsson, Eric Lynne, Dante Ariola, Grady Hall, David Shane, Casey Storm, Benjamin Weinstein, Mike Maguire, Vadim Perlman, Ric Cantor, Mark Zibert, and Luis Gerard.
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For the past fourteen years, I've worked exclusively in commercials. It's been challenging and fun.
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TESTIMONIALS
Whenever I shoot in Toronto,
Selene is my Script Supervisor. Period.
Not simply because of her exceptional attention to detail, matching eye lines, coverage, etc. No, Selene is much more than that. She is my sounding board, my safety net, my creative barometer & the proverbial saver of my ass.
Whenever I’m struggling to block out a scene, Selene is there to offer suggestions. Whenever I’m wondering whether a particular take or delivery is or isn’t working, I look to Selene to see her reaction. It is no exaggeration when I say there are more times than I can remember when Selene has looked over to me and given me that subtle nod that not only said, “I knew you could do it”, but perhaps more importantly, ”you knew you could do it.” It is that bit of confidence, production after production, that has not merely helped, but proven crucial when the clock was ticking on a jam-packed shoot day.
I cut my teeth with Selene as my script supervisor. Now after 15 years of directing all over the world I have yet to work with anyone better. I’m primarily a commercial director but when I wrote my first feature and shot my first short film Selene was there adding her incredible expertise in long format. She broke down the script for me and aided in countless grants I received over the years for personal long format work. I cannot say enough great things about this calm, strong and talented woman with ceaseless energy.
Beyond excelling as a respected Script Supervisor, Selene has the filmmaking acumen to work with Directors, Actors, Editors, and Producers to strive for the highest-quality production. By bringing her along on your film journey, you and your actors will have a caring and creative traveling companion that sets her apart from the rest. When directing, I turn to Selene for so much more than continuity. I turn to her for performance discussion, for story telling honesty, and to make sure the overall journey of each character is where we intend it to be according to our prep work. Selene has saved me hours upon hours that would have otherwise been spent fixing issues in post… because of Selene and her work, I could spend that time honing the best version of the movie in post instead.
Selene is remarkable.
I first met her back in the early 80s on
2 different TV series when I was a DP and she was starting out in continuity.
She was a quick learner and an independent thinker. Her grasp of the nuances of directing often made me think about the potential of a person who sits so close to the creative centre of so many sets. She gets the coverage, she gets the actors and performance, she gets set politics, and she gets people.
When I worked with her again recently,
I was directing. It all came flooding back. She is generous, insightful, and helpful in making sure things don’t slip through the cracks in the heat of the moment.
A director’s best friend.
Bravo to Selene
for now wanting to help others learn.
Take her course,
you won’t be disappointed.
Selene has been in the industry for three decades, and I have known her since the earliest days of her career. I had the pleasure of working with her on Eclipse (my first feature film and her second) and on the TV series Traders).
She is a dedicated, hardworking team member that I relied on with confidence to collaborate on shot planning, actor blocking, camera coverage... all the things that help a director enormously. I could always trust her to do a stellar job, and to be a supportive, loyal and good-natured colleague.
I’ve had the privilege of working with Selene as a script supervisor for the entirety of my commercial career. Selene has always been mathematically precise and knowledgeable. She’s always an absolute pleasure to collaborate with and most importantly, learn from.
Having worked with Selene for many years, her film and VFX knowledge enables her to step in with great suggestions and be my smart sounding board in the production process. She has a sharp eye for detail and is a fast troubleshooter.
Selene was the Script Supervisor on a TV Movie and Miniseries that I Edited. She’s always available to keep communication flowing between set and the editing room. Her notes are detailed and extensive, and her lined script was easy to follow. She kept our editing room organized.
Less than a day on a commercial set
will replace the cost of this course!
"Selene is the secret weapon that every commercial Script Supervisor needs. If you want to become a true asset to every set you work on, Selene is the mentor that can help you get there. Knowledge is power, and Selene's Commercial Script Supervisor's Course is empowering Script Supervisors from around the world to have the confidence to show up ready to crush it."
- Lila Z. Rose - Author, Speaker, Creative Expert
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
I couldn’t be happier that I came across this course from Selene. I came into this year with aspirations of transitioning from being solely a long form Script Supervisor to one who could also work in the commercial industry. After Selene’s course I feel as confident as I ever have that I can make this a reality."Selene's course is thorough, highly detailed, and yet taught with the ease of personality needed on set in the vital role of Script Supervisor.
- Killian O’Regan-Artaud - Script Supervisor
"I highly recommend studying "Commercial Script Supervising" from Selene, who is one of the greatest and has put together such an in-depth course, I wish I could've known about before I started on commercials. I love how thorough the lectures are and describe everything we are encountering on set, to the detail. Selene also uses multiple commercials as references to her teachings, which I've found very useful and inspirational. Her material is at times complex but she provides more explanation when in need. Thank you Selene for such a fun course and your passion, that makes us fall in love with the commercial world even more!"
- Eszter Zakarias - Script Supervisor
So not only will you be taught all the elements that set commercial work apart from longform and prepares you for the job, but you will also see in Selene an example of what it takes to succeed in commercials. Just follow Selene's example in every way!
AND...the course is fun! I imagine this is because she's had so much fun doing the job. It makes you excited to get out there and try it!"
- Kim Huffman - Actor, Teacher, Script Supervisor
"As someone with no experience in the advertising world, Selene's course gave me great insight into not only the script supervisor role and what is expected, but also a good overview of the industry itself and its nuances.
It's great to learn from her many years of experience because she has been there, done that, and lived to tell the tale and teach the next generation.
I highly recommend this course as it will prepare you for script supervising commercials so you can show up prepared and ready for what lays ahead."
- Jacquelyn Nutell -Entrepreneur, Script Supervisor
When instructing her students on how to be a Script Supervisor in commercials, Selene demonstrates passion, solid knowledge, kindness and empathy towards her students, resulting in class after class of incomparable Script Supervisors entering the industry.
- Kassandra Cardinale - Script Supervisor
Thank you so much for a WONDERFUL course. It was informative and illuminating. I've learned not only about the nuts and bolts of commercials, but also the uniqueness of the work environment and how to navigate it successfully (with practice, of course!). I'm so excited -- it really does look like fun!
-Victoria Buchy – Script Supervisor
I really appreciate the oodles of knowledge and experience you shared with us. Truly invaluable. I’ve only done three commercials and that was almost ten years ago, so I look forward to being able to put it all into practice. Thank you.
-Barbara Abelar - Script Supervisor
PREREQUISITES
This is for longform script Supervisors and those who have taken a Script Supervisors' course and have some set experience.
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Questions?
Email me at selenescourse.@icloud.com
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