Supervise the post-production process

This Standard involves planning, budgeting and monitoring the progress of the post-production schedule.  

It is about liaising closely with the relevant people, and ensuring that they have what they need to work effectively

It involves ensuring that the post-production phase runs smoothly, delegating key activities as appropriate. Knowledge of post production software can be an advantage.

This Standard focuses on the supervisory roles played by production rather than the technical processes under-taken in post-production.

This Standard is for Line Producers, Post Production Co-ordinators and Production Managers.

1. plan and agree post-production schedules with appropriate people, identifying the main activities to be completed

2. plan deliverables to meet partner or broadcaster requirements when working on co-productions

3. select, negotiate and agree post-production services and crew to meet production requirements

4. convey the requirements of the original creative brief and script to those involved in post-production  at appropriate times

5. specify clear outcomes and criteria for editing

6. monitor post production outputs against stipulated requirements on a regular basis 

7. monitor financial costs on an ongoing basis

8. review post production sections of budgets on a regular basis  and make adjustments when required

9. prepare estimates for costs reports with production accountants when appropriate 

10. refer to appropriate people when progress is likely to compromise schedule

11. maintain a network of appropriate contacts to use when faced with problems with post production

12. confirm post production requirements from crew, suppliers, creative talent and executives at appropriate times

13. confirm that all procedures for piracy and clearances are adhered to

1. the critical path of the post-production process

2. how to calculate the cost of post production facilities and crew in respect of previously calculated budget parameters

3. the production deliverables required for co-productions

4. post-production services and crew including editors, equipment,  soundtrack laying, and dubbing 

5. how to budget the delivery items properly

6. any pre-existing relationships between producer or director and the prospective post production crew

7. the uses of, and the need for, various items required and produced by the post production department

8. the processes in the production of titles and special effects

9. the processes of music recording

10. the procedures of creating digital elements on film

11. the final delivery elements and formats required

12. key details of contracts and agreements

13. the procedures and policies for piracy and clearances and how to ensure these are met

14. how to monitor progress with the correct level of involvement without antagonising the creative crew

15. who to refer lack of progress to