As the Dallas Film Commissioner, I am thrilled to announce a new partnership with Stage 32 Certification, offering their industry-endorsed training courses to our community. This collaboration comes at a pivotal time for our city’s dynamic and fast-growing film production industry.

Stage 32 Certification provides top-tier training designed specifically to equip both aspiring and working film professionals with practical skills that are in high demand by productions everywhere. Dallas has earned a reputation for its can-do spirit, iconic locations, and exceptional crews. Now with Stage 32 Certification, we’re taking a step to further empower our local talent so you can compete and succeed in Texas and on a global scale.

With easy-to-access online courses, all taught by top industry professionals in their respective fields, Stage 32 makes it possible for anyone passionate about film to find a sustainable and rewarding career. These courses are designed for anyone—from those just starting out to professionals looking to advance their careers—who want to build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in today’s marketplace.

Key benefits for Dallas’ film community include:

• Practical & Essential Skills: Courses span core roles like production accounting, assistant directing, and location management, ensuring the workforce is ready for real-world challenges.
• Career Advancement: With credentials recognized throughout the film industry, Dallas professionals will stand out to both local and international productions, opening up new and exciting career opportunities.
• Global Recognition: Stage 32 Certified professionals are added to an international database, making it easier for Dallas crews to be found and hired by productions filming here and abroad.

Training and professional development are the foundation of a thriving film community and for anyone seeking a sustainable creative career. By choosing Stage 32 Certification, Dallas artists and crew members are investing in their futures and strengthening our production ecosystem. So, whether your goal is to work on homegrown indie projects or join the crews that work on major studio productions, these certification courses deliver the practical skills and respected credentials needed to stand out and be recognized.

At the Dallas Film Commission, our mission is to drive growth, innovation and excellence throughout our city’s industry. Partnering with Stage 32 Certification allows us to offer world-class training, ensuring that Dallas continues to grow as a premier destination for filmmakers from across the country and around the world.

What Has Filmed in Dallas?

Dallas has hosted some of the most iconic films and television series in American entertainment. In film, titles like "RoboCop" (filmed throughout Dallas, using City Hall as the OCP headquarters), "JFK" (with many scenes shot on location around Dealey Plaza), "Logan's Run," “Born on the Fourth of July,” "True Stories," "Benji," "Bottle Rocket," "Talk Radio," and "Problem Child" are among the standouts that showcase Dallas’ unique cityscape and energy. Television has left an equally deep mark, with the legendary primetime drama "Dallas" firmly cementing the city’s place in TV history. Other series include “Wishbone,” “Barney & Friends,” "Walker, Texas Ranger," "Queen of the South," "GCB," "The Good Guys," "Carter High.” Reality shows such as "Big Rich Texas,” and “Cheaters,” have also filmed in Dallas, taking advantage of its vibrant urban settings and diverse locations. Together, these productions have made Dallas a star both on screen and throughout the film industry.

The Two Types of Stage 32 Certification

Master Certifications: These are a group of courses that make up a master's knowledge of a particular discipline. You will need to take all of the courses in a Master Certification track and pass a test in each course in order to be Master Certified.

Current Master Certifications Include:

• Production Accounting Master Certification
• TV Production Management Master Certification
• Feature Film Production Management Master Certification
• Line Producing Master Certification
• Producer Key Legal Agreements Master Certification
• Script Supervising Master Certification
• Location Management Master Certification
• Production Coordinator Master Certification
• Production Assistant Master Certification
• Assistant Director Master Certification
• Post-Production Supervision Master Certification

Individual Certifications: These are individual courses that focus on a particular skill set, in which you will watch the course and then be tested at the end to receive your certificate.

Current Individual Certifications Include:

• Budget Creation
• Production Scheduling
• Call Sheets
• Production Accounting 101
• Payroll Accounting and Management for Film & TV
• Cost Reporting
• US Tax Incentive Management
• Script Supervision 101
• Script Supervision: Script Timing & Page Breakdown
• Script Supervision: Continuity Breakdown
• Script Supervision: Script Notes & Lined Script Pages
• Script Supervision: On Set Continuity
• Script Supervision: Progress Reports & Work Flow
• Production Wrap Deliverables
• Final Delivery Elements Of A TV Show
• Final Delivery Elements Of A Feature Film
• Option/Purchase/Shopping Agreements
• Feature Film Financing Agreements
• Investor Agreements
• International Co-Production Agreements
• Crew Agreements
• Talent Agreements
• Distribution & Sales Agency Agreements
• Fundamentals Of Location Management
• Location Scouting
• Location Management: Budgeting & Scheduling
• Location Management: Contracts, Risk Management & Negotiating
• The Fundamentals of Production Coordinating
• Production Coordinator: Logistics
• Fundamentals Of Production Assisting
• Production Assistant: On Set Protocols
• Production Assistant: Paperwork & Department Interaction
• Fundamentals Of Assistant Directing
• Assistant Director Scheduling
• First Assistant Director On Set Protocols
• Key 2nd Assistant Director Protocols & Call Sheets
• 2nd 2nd Assistant Director Protocols
• Fundamentals of Post-Production Supervision
• Post-Production Supervisor Protocols for a TV Series
• Post-Production Supervisor Protocols for a Feature Film
• Post-Production Supervisor Scheduling & Budgeting
• Post-Production Coordinator & Production Assistant Protocols

What Happens After You Get Certified?

Once you complete a Stage 32 Certification, you will:

• Be included in a global database searchable by industry professionals, film commissions, and studios.
• Receive a certification badge on your Stage 32 profile, which is visible to over 1.3 million members worldwide.
• Gain credentials to display on your social media, resume, and LinkedIn profile.
• Be recognized as a qualified industry professional, making it easier for you to get hired and advance your career.

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