Four-Week Cinematography is a full-time intensive and practical course which covers the fundamental skills for aspiring Directors of Photography (DOP). By the end of the programme, you will have an enhanced understanding of on-set practices and the technical requirements for camera, light, and sound. This course is suitable for beginners, no previous experience is required.
Why Take the Course?
Why Take the Course?
Four-Week Cinematography course students will learn the basic sound theory, how to handle relevant equipment and record location sound, developing postproduction skills to further enhance the visual aesthetics of your content. Students will shoot their first commercial video that demonstrates their camera, lighting and editing abilities.
Four-Week Cinematography is designed to improve the understanding, knowledge, and practice in the following core areas:
an overview of the contemporary screen industries from the perspective of the sound, camera and lighting departments
the core principles of light and exposure
the use of light, as a fundamental tool, not only illuminate but also to create mood and tone in support of the narrative arc of a film
the analysis of a script from a visual perspective
the development and exploration of creative and technical choices in an on-set, production environment
understand working as a filming crew and the importanceof collaboration and communication.
Health and Safety on set
What you will study
What you will study
The following list is an overview of the topics and themes covered in Four-Week Cinematography. For more information, please download the course outline below.
Introduction to Cinematography
Students will explore the impact of creative decisions in image and sound on storytelling and explore Cinematography as a narrative tool.
Visual Storytelling
Students will learn how to tell stories through the use of visual mediums.
Lighting and Camera Movement
Students examine how cinematography has progressed through history and how camera placement and movement has evolved.
Sound and Sound Design
Students will explore the impact of creative decisions in image and sound on storytelling.
Professional Practice
Students will learn the importance of teamwork and professional practice.
*Receive a 10% Early Bird Discount on this short course in London, when you book three months or more before the course start date. This discount cannot be used alongside any other promotions or discounts.