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THE CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS

Now that you have done the research, the producer and director have approved the sketches, and your drawing board and tools are ready, the next step is to translate the sketches into working drawings for the construction shop.

TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS

Film and video drafting differs from other types. Engineering and architectural drafting require precise detail, because the products made from these types of drawings have to last a long time and are manufactured to close tolerances. Film and video drafting, however, uses many standard units, such as flats, platforms, and backings, and displays mostly surfaces instead of internal structure. Engineers and architects are horrified by what appears to be sloppy work ...

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