Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie
Tue 29 Sept · 18:30
Raindance Film Training Centre
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Budding filmmakers in London have a fantastic opportunity to hone their craft at the Raindance Film Training Centre with a practical workshop on Tuesday 29 September. Beginning at 6:30 PM, the session, aptly named Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie, promises to demystify two of the most crucial, yet often daunting, aspects of film production. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into the meticulous process of script analysis, learning how to break down a screenplay into its fundamental components to construct accurate and achievable budgets. Furthermore, the workshop will delve into the art of creating effective production schedules, ensuring that projects can be completed on time and within financial constraints. A team of experienced facilitators, well-versed in the realities of the film industry, will guide participants through these essential skills. Ticket prices are designed to be accessible, with options available from complimentary entry up to £69.99, making this a beneficial event for filmmakers at all stages of their careers.
This class explains how scripts are analysed in order to produce a realistic budget and schedule
About Budgeting and Scheduling
Budgeting and scheduling are arguably the most important parts of any film business plan. Simply put, a film schedule is a list of all the stuff and people you need to make your film, and when and where you need them. A film budget is how much it is going to cost. If you get the budget wrong, your film will stall half-finished without cash. Get the schedule wrong and your film will suffer – either from loss of quality or remain unfinished because you have run out of time (and budget).
This class explains how scripts are analysed in order to produce a realistic budget and schedule.
What Budgeting and Scheduling will cover?
Script analysis
Assessing prices
Union vs. non-union
Creating a feasible schedule
What will you achieve?
By the end of the evening, you will be able to analyse scripts in order to create a feasible budget and schedule for any type of film.
How will you be taught?
This class is taught lecture-style with opportunities for students to ask the tutor questions.
Who should attend?
Budgeting and Scheduling is suitable for beginner film producers, as well as those interested in finding out more about the pre-production side of filmmaking.
About the Tutor
Alec Christie is Founder and Director of Creative at Them Apples.
Alec has experience working as a Head of Production. Executive Producer, Line Producer and Production Manager. He is proficient in budgeting, scheduling, managing production units in feature films, drama, commercials, animation, documentaries, promos and live events. He has a wealth of industry contacts in Europe, the United States and further afield.
Between 1984 and 1993 Alec Christie worked professionally in front of the camera before going on to study film at the University of Warwick.
Additional resources
Compromises low budget filmmakers make
5 Low budget filmmaking hacks
Did you know?
Raindance members save 20% on this course? You can join online >HERE< and start saving immediately
This course is FREE for our HND and postgraduate/MA students
This is part of the Producers’ Foundation Certificate
The Raindance Guarantee: If this course fails to meet your expectations, let us know at the break and we will make a full, 100% no-questions-asked refund
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Frequently asked questions
Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie takes place on Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 18:30.
Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie is held at Raindance Film Training Centre in London (10a Craven Street, London, WC2N 5PE).
Tickets for Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie range from £0 to £69.99. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie is Overcast · 24°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Raindance Film Training Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie
Editorial Summary
Budding filmmakers in London have a fantastic opportunity to hone their craft at the Raindance Film Training Centre with a practical workshop on Tuesday 29 September. Beginning at 6:30 PM, the session, aptly named Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie, promises to demystify two of the most crucial, yet often daunting, aspects of film production.
Attendees will gain invaluable insights into the meticulous process of script analysis, learning how to break down a screenplay into its fundamental components to construct accurate and achievable budgets. Furthermore, the workshop will delve into the art of creating effective production schedules, ensuring that projects can be completed on time and within financial constraints. A team of experienced facilitators, well-versed in the realities of the film industry, will guide participants through these essential skills. Ticket prices are designed to be accessible, with options available from complimentary entry up to £69.99, making this a beneficial event for filmmakers at all stages of their careers.
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Organiser’s full description
This class explains how scripts are analysed in order to produce a realistic budget and schedule
About Budgeting and Scheduling
Budgeting and scheduling are arguably the most important parts of any film business plan. Simply put, a film schedule is a list of all the stuff and people you need to make your film, and when and where you need them. A film budget is how much it is going to cost. If you get the budget wrong, your film will stall half-finished without cash. Get the schedule wrong and your film will suffer – either from loss of quality or remain unfinished because you have run out of time (and budget).
This class explains how scripts are analysed in order to produce a realistic budget and schedule.
What Budgeting and Scheduling will cover?
Script analysis
Assessing prices
Union vs. non-union
Creating a feasible schedule
What will you achieve?
By the end of the evening, you will be able to analyse scripts in order to create a feasible budget and schedule for any type of film.
How will you be taught?
This class is taught lecture-style with opportunities for students to ask the tutor questions.
Who should attend?
Budgeting and Scheduling is suitable for beginner film producers, as well as those interested in finding out more about the pre-production side of filmmaking.
About the Tutor
Alec Christie is Founder and Director of Creative at Them Apples.
Alec has experience working as a Head of Production. Executive Producer, Line Producer and Production Manager. He is proficient in budgeting, scheduling, managing production units in feature films, drama, commercials, animation, documentaries, promos and live events. He has a wealth of industry contacts in Europe, the United States and further afield.
Between 1984 and 1993 Alec Christie worked professionally in front of the camera before going on to study film at the University of Warwick.
Additional resources
Compromises low budget filmmakers make
5 Low budget filmmaking hacks
Did you know?
Raindance members save 20% on this course? You can join online >HERE< and start saving immediately
This course is FREE for our HND and postgraduate/MA students
This is part of the Producers’ Foundation Certificate
The Raindance Guarantee: If this course fails to meet your expectations, let us know at the break and we will make a full, 100% no-questions-asked refund
Description supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
Raindance Film Training Centre10a Craven Street, London, WC2N 5PE
St James's, London
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When is Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie?
Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie takes place on Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 18:30.
Where is Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie taking place?
Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie is held at Raindance Film Training Centre in London (10a Craven Street, London, WC2N 5PE).
How much are tickets for Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie?
Tickets for Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie range from £0 to £69.99. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie?
The forecast for Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie is Overcast · 24°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Raindance Film Training Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie?
Tickets for Budgeting and Scheduling for Your Movie can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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