Final Draft is the Film & TV Industry standard screenplay software, used in 95% of Hollywood productions.
Dewi's Training Course covers Final Draft's use as
Entertainment Partners Movie Magic Scheduling is the industry standard script breakdown and scheduling software.
Dewi's Training Course covers its use by Production Managers and Assistant Directors, suitable for working professionals and industry entrants. Topics include:
New Movie Magic Scheduling X is the latest version of this industry standard scheduling software.
The software has been updated with a new GUI and additional functionality.
Dewi's Training Courses are suitable for those wishing to learn the fundamentals of scheduling a drama project using the software.
The course is also for those wishing to progress to this new version of the software from MMS6, utlising MMSX functionality in:
The training is thus suitable for Producers, Production Managers and primarily for Assistant Directors.
New Movie Magic Budgeting X released by Entertainment Partners, and is the latest version for this industry leading budget estimation software.
The software has been updated with a new GUI and a cloud based workflow.
Dewi's Training Course is suitable for those wishing to acquaint themselves with the updated software.
The course is also suitable for Producers, Production Managers and Production Accountants new to MMB, covering the astonishing budgeting tools within the software. Topics include:
I worked for nearly thirty years in the UK & Worldwide on 150+ award winning Feature Films, TV Dramas & Documentaries.
As Line Producer I managed complex and demanding productions in the UK and abroad, with budgets from micro budget up to £8m.
As an Assistant Director I ran film sets on four continents with Award Winning crews & StarTalent, with crowds of up to 30,000 extras.
I Produced prime time drama for a Top 5 UK Indie, on ITV and Sky. I produced my own Feature Films & Short Films for international release through Garland Stone Productions
I am a Fellow of the Higher Education Authority and NEBOSH qualified in Health & Safety, and .DBS checked.
I was Senior Lecturer in Producing at the Film & TV School Wales., (2016 - 2024)), teaching MA and BA Level modules specialising in Producing and Production Management skills.
I was Course Leader for Producing at RSICA - Red Sea Institute of Cinematic Arts, Jordan (2008-2013), the only European faculty member.
I was employed by the former Head of the American Film Institute, Dr. Jamie Hindman & Head of USC Film School, Dean Elizabeth Daley.
RSICA was named “one of the top ten film schools outside the US” (Hollywood Reporter 2010). Dewi's website.
Additionally I am a published author, with my guide "Creating a Film & TV Budget "now on sale, with further books planned.
I have been providing software training on these programs since 2003, in universities, film schools, leading production companies and to industry professionals.
Thus the level of knowledge & experience I can train ranges from absolute beginner to seasoned industry professional.
I work both independently and as official trainer for major industry organisations in the UK & Europe.
I train regularly at the National Film & TV School (Short Course Unit).
I have been the regular trainer for BECTU (London and Wales) ,and The Royal Film Commission, Jordan.
Clients for whom I have provided bespoke training and workflow planning for their production teams include
BBC Wales,
BBC Scotland.
Sgil Cymru,
Screenskills,,
Sargent Disc,
Moviesoft,
Grand Scheme Media,
Netflix,
Amazon,
Crew Academy West (Ireland),
Working Title Films,
Element Pictures.
Bad Wolf,
MBC (Dubai),
Fulwell 73,
Entertainment Partners Los Angeles.
I am able to run sessions in person, or on online platforms like Zoom or MS Teams.
My ebook, Creating a Film & TV Budget is published by MovieSoft and is available to buy and download via the link below.
See also the Beginners Guide to New Movie Magic Budgeting I have written, published by MovieSoft
Contact me to discuss and book me for:
Half or Full Day Training Sessions, working on your computers, at your offices or online, in your choice of these softwares:
Please send a message or call me directly:
UK: 07831 554421
International: +44 78 31 55 44 21
I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks. Dewi Griffiths
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