GFA 3030: Motion Picture Gripping

6 Credit Hours

Prerequisite: GFA 1000
Motion Picture Gripping is an introduction to the practice of rigging and supporting grip equipment for lighting, cameras, dollies, vehicles, and other physical/mechanical devices. This course also explores the mindset required to be a safe and effective grip on a film set and will illuminate the thought processes needed to interpret artistic ideals into actionable tasks.

Notes: This course is managed through the cooperative academic agreement known as the Georgia Film Academy.

Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

1. Describe the various job descriptions and hierarchy of the grip department on a professional film/television narrative production.
2. Demonstrate standard safety procedures for the grip department and motion picture set at large.
3. Identify basic grip equipment, including clamps, stands, and rigging
hardware.
4. Demonstrate basic techniques for modifying lights and executing camera movement.
5. Appraise and demonstrate knowledge of the artistic concepts behind grip related work.