Cinematography
₦240,000
This course is for beginners
Duration: 8 weeks
Software: Premiere Pro
Hardware: DSLR Camera
Time: 9am-12pm
Mentorship: 1 month free
Become a Director of Photography in 6 weeks
If you have interest in film then this course is for you. This is also for anyone who want to shoot better with their camera or make money by shooting videos. It is also for those who want to enhance their video production skills.
In this course, students will develop skills and knowledge in cinematography which explores the art of visual storytelling and provides a firm overview of the technical foundation on how to effectively use the camera, lighting, and other tools to convey your message.
Course Outline
Introduction to Storytelling & Film-making
- The role and responsibilities of a director in script development, pre-production, production, and post production.
- Introduction To Storytelling
- Film Genres
- Global Cinema
- Nollywood
Introduction to Directing
- Breaking down a script
- Creating a shot list
- Casting
- Staging
- Gathering references for Inspiration
- Writing a Creative Treatment
Introduction to Cinematography and the Camera
- An Overview Of the work of a Cinematographer
- Camera Types
- Camera Operation
- Lens Types and Filters
- Depth of field
- Hands-on introduction to camera and different settings
- Exposure/F-Stop/Shutter/ISO
- Frame rates
- White balance with colour checker
Camera & Shooting Dynamics
- Camera Lens Choice, Composition and
- Framing
- Camera movement
- Camera movement example clips
- Steadicam and long shots
- Panning/Tilting
- Dolly
- Crossing the line
- Rule of Thirds
- 180 Degree Rule
- Handheld Camera movement exercises
- How to film yourself
Lighting
- Lighting for emotional impact
- Lighting example clips
- Discuss lighting terminology & concepts
- Colour temperature
- Types of lighting units
- Controlling light
- Grip equipment
- Gels
- Diffusion
- 3-Point Light Setup
- Use Natural Light
Working with Audio
- Main types of microphones
- Background ambience and noise
- Audio production and sound dynamics
- Reduce Echo
- Working with a Lavaliere or Lapel microphone
Advanced Lighting Techniques
- Day Exterior Lighting Techniques
- Bounced/Diffused Sunlight Concepts
- Day Exterior Lighting Example Clips
- Shooting an Interview. Studio Vs Outdoor
- Advanced Camera Movement
- Lighting for Green Screen
Project
- Introduction to Documentary Production
- Introduction to Music Video Production
- Introduction to Post Production
- How to Edit your video
- Final Project and Wrap-Up
- Using B-roll and cutaway shots to upgrade your video
- Adding Transitions and effects
- Design Clean and Professional Titles
- Exporting your video