Pre-Production Package

Number of Days Shooting
November 19 (12pm)-November 20 (6pm)






1. Script (Re-Done)

Scene 1: The Work Place

Fade into a bust shot of Derek as he walks to the door

Back shot of Derek as he opens the door and enters the room to greet his colleagues

Shot of the colleagues at work on computers. Rochelle gets up from her seat and scolds Derek for being late.

Bust shot of Rochelle

Rochelle: You’ve had an entire month to get this done.

Switch to bust shot of Derek

What the hell have you been doin’?

Bust shot Renee` as she lets out her frustration

Renee`: We’re over here bustin’ our asses and you’re out there doin’ God knows what.

Split shot of Rochelle and Derek

Rochelle: Look at the time Derek!

Derek: Look just give me until 6’oclock and I’ll have it done before Ms. Watkins shows up

T.: (off screen) HA!

Switch to bust shot of Derek

Derek: (thinking) Oh shit. Here we go.

Bust shot of Renee` at desk

Renee`: You better. ‘Cause I’m not gettin’ fired cause of you.

Rear shot of T., bust shot of Derek, and medium shot of Rochelle as camera fades to black.


Scene 2:The Challenge

Full body shot of Derek as he contemplates his next move knowing he only has a little time left.

Close up of Derek as he looks to see someone he recognizes. This person turns out to be a B-Rated celebrity by the name of Jenny Hartman.

Derek: Is that Jenny Hartman

Medium shot of Jenny Hartman as she walks towards the steps leading to Derek’s occupation.

Full body shot of Mrs. Hartman walking with Derek in the background.

Close Up of Derek’s face as he reflects on the situation from earlier.

Derek: I’ll have it done by 6.

Rochelle: You’ve had a month.

Renee`: I’m not getting’ fired ‘cause of you

T.: …HA!

Derek: Hey! Mrs. Hartman.

Full body shot of Derek and Medium Shoot of Mrs. Hartman as he runs to catch up with Mrs. Hartman walking up the steps.


Scene 3: The Chase

Switch to shot of Mrs. Hartman walking towards the door

Switch to Derek running towards the steps

Derek: Mrs. Hartman wait up!

Full Body Shot of Mrs. Hartman walking with Derek in background running.

Continue Full Body Shot of Mrs. Hartman walking down steps with Derek close behind.

Close Up of Mrs. Hartman’s hand dropping a slip of paper.

Close Up of slip of paper as it falls to the floor.

Derek kneels down to pick up the slip of paper.

Closed Up of note in hand.


Scene 4: Shot Down

“No interviews today…sorry sweet heart. Piss off =)

Later That Day

Back Shot of Derek’s head as he walks into the office, deserted with the light still on.

Shot of an empty room panning left as he views the room

Bust Shot of Derek as he sigha, turning to exit the door.

Zoom in of a letter not noticed by Derek.

Letter reads: “hey derek, tried to call ur phone but no answer. The assignment has been canceled due to scheduling. Ms. Watkins won’t be in for the next 3 days. So enjoy the time off. ‘Chelle

FIN
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2. Break Down of Script

In this piece, I wanted to look into the subject of procrastination. While the main character does get his work in on time, it is always at the last minute, leaving his co-workers in panic and stress for their jobs.

Rochelle, one of the co-workers, plays the foil to Derek’s (main character) personality. She always wants to get things done on time or before they are due. She pushes Derek to get his recent assignment in before their boss shows up, which can cost them their jobs.

Renee` is a co-worker and good friend of Rochelle. Kind of a quiet person, but won’t hesitate to say what’s on her mind when she feels the time calls for it. She feels that she shouldn’t get fired over Derek’s mishaps.

T. (Tidwell) is a deadpan snarker. A mono-tone co-worker who always has something sarcastic and witty to say. Not much of a relationship with the maon character, but isn’t prepared to sacrifice his job for Derek’s mistakes.

Jennifer Hartman (working name) is a B-rated celebrity who sees herself in “A” status. She is shallow and flashy and never takes the time to stop for the main character to interview her; leading him on chase that ends with her blowing him off.

Ms. Watkins- Not seen on camera, but is mentioned by the co-workers as their boss; who appears to be very strict when it comes to her business.
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Logistics

a. Five actors will be needed for the entire film. For the first scene, five of the actors will be shown with three of them having major lines.
- Derek- Hard working when pressured but has a bad habit of procrastinating
- Rochelle- Very organized, likes to have things done on time, a huge foil to Derek’s personality.
- Renee`-Mostly a quiet person, but will say what’ on her mind when the time comes for it.
- T. - Deadpan snarker

b. Number of scenes and total length of performance
- Derek: 5
- Rochelle:2
- Renee`:1
- T: 1
- Mrs. Hartman:3

c. Number of Locations: 2
Mac Lab 3 (Scenes 1 and 2)
-used as the working area for where Derek and
co-workers are introduced
-also where Derek is given his assignment again that becomes the conflict of the film.

Art Center or Supply Store (Scenes 3 and 4)
-Introduces Mrs. Hartman, the subject of Derek’s challenge
-The out come of Derek’s challenge in the final scene.

d. None
e. Costumes include regular for all characters except Mrs. Hartman who will be dressed more casually.
f. Video Camera used by Derek

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3. Location Scouting: Writing Lab 1

Sound Quality: No Echos
Available Lighting: Ceiling Lighting
Power: 8 Outlets