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Cinematography is the language of communicating with moving images. To become a pro behind the lens, you need to understand movement, composition, lighting, and storytelling. These courses can help you build a foundation of knowledge and give you the vocabulary to develop your skills.

Master the essentials of the video production process.
Learn the importance of storytelling in camera work.
Explore lighting, camera motion, and more.

Syllabus

Courses under this program:
Course 1: Learning Video Production and Editing
-Find out how to get started in video production and editing. Reviews the tools and techniques aspiring video professionals need to know to launch a successful career.

Course 2: Learning How to Shoot Video at Home
-Learn how to shoot professional-looking video in your own home.

Course 3: Video Lighting: Choosing Lighting Gear
-Learn how to select the right gear for video production. Explore the pros and cons of tungsten, fluorescent, and LED lights and your options for light stands, modifiers, and cases.

Course 4: Camera Movement for Video Productions
-Learn how to increase the production value and emotional depth of your shots with camera movement.

Course 5: Learn How to Put Your Video Camera in Motion
-Learn how to add movement to your camera, to better tell your story, convey your message, and create visual interest in your scenes.

Course 6: Corporate Video Essentials: Production
-Learn practical techniques for producing corporate video shoots, from locations to shooting to releases and more.

Course 7: Learning Cinematography: 1 Narrative Fundamentals
-Learn how to shoot a motion picture and tell stories in a powerful way—from ASC cinematographer and professor Bill Dill. Part 1 covers narrative filmmaking techniques.

Course 8: Learning Cinematography: 2 Working on Set
-Learn the art and craft of cinematography from ASC cinematographer and professor Bill Dill. Part 2 covers blocking actors, lighting sets, rehearsing, and shooting on a film set.

Course 9: Learning Cinematography: 3 Hands On Techniques
-Learn essential cinematography techniques from ASC cinematographer and professor Bill Dill. Part 3 covers creating a cinematic look by using tools and hands-on creative techniques.