Expression of Interest: Introduction to Extras Coordinating 2025

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Please note by registering your interest you are NOT applying for a course. This is to gauge the interest of crew in attending this type of course. We would also like to hear what elements you would like to see on the course so that we know the training is meeting crew needs as directly expressed by the crew.

Proposed Course: Introduction to Extras Coordinating

Proposed months of delivery: Nov/Dec 2025; either weekdays or a weekend.

Duration: 2 x days

Cost: Free

Venue: In-person, east coast, venue tbc.

Tutor: TBC

Course Profile:

This course would run over 2 day(s) from 10am to 5pm each day.

This course would guide the participant through the process of casting, booking, managing, and coordinating extras required for a TV or Film production. It will aim to set a guideline and template for new Extras Coordinators working on small indigenous to large studio productions, covering setup, casting, coordinating, and communications.

Key areas to be discussed during the course:

Reading and breaking down a script
Creating a breakdown
Working with Directors
Working with the 1st AD and 2nd AD in prep and on set
Learning how to read or study Day out of days breakdown
Casting, booking, and coordinating extras
Coordinating fittings with various departments
Coordinating payroll with accounts department or casting agency
Release forms and chits

Participant Profile:

This course is aimed at 3rd Assistant Directors, Advanced Trainee Assistant Directors, Crowd Trainee Assistant Directors, Assistant Production Coordinators and Production Assistants currently working in Film & TV Drama.

Expression of Interest Procedure:

Please apply online at this Link 12pm on Monday 15th Sept, 2025

For technical difficulties with the online system please email brian.murphy@nationaltalentacademies.ie

Film & TV Crew Academy East courses are open to all regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.