Introduction To
Film and Digital Cinematography
Learn the step by step guide to excelling in cinematography including setup, light, Record Audio, Shooting, and filmmaking. You’d gain first-hand knowledge and experience on how to engage in quality production of excellent looking and sounding videos.
There are also hands-on exercises to improve your skillset and gain real life video creating experience.
What we would teach you at FATech Academy.
CINEMATOGRAPHY COURSE STRATEGY:
Part 1
Camera Basics for Video
1. Introduction
2. Types of Video Cameras
3. Action Cameras - Pros & Cons
4. Point and Shoot Cameras - Pros & Cons
5. Mirrorless/DSLRs - Pros and Cons
6. Camera Resolutions
7. Frame Rates
8. Shutter Speed
9. ISO
10. Lens Apertures
11. Camera Filters
12. Filming with/without lens filters
13. Filming a Slow Motion Video
14. Filming in Low Light
15. An Introduction to Camera Lenses
16. Conclusion
Part 2
Cinematography
1. What is Cinematography?
2. Camera Section: Intro
3. Video Resolution
4. Aspect Ratio
5. Understanding Frame Rate
6. Lenses & Depth of Field
7. Exposure: Intro
8. Aperture & Shutter Speed for Cinematography
9. How Frame Rate and Shutter Affect Exposure
10. Shot Composition: Intro
11. Perspective and Storytelling
12. Types of Vantage Point
13. Rule of Thirds
14. The 180 Degree Rule
15. Lead Room and Head Room
16. Cinematic Movement: Intro
17. Handheld Vs Stabilized Footage
18. The Types of Movement
19. Bonus Technique: Starting and Clearing the Scene
20. Lighting for Cinematography: Intro
21. Shooting Outdoors with Natural Light
22. Shooting Indoors with Controlled Light
23. Color Temperature
24. Visualize the Scene
25. Conclusion
Part 3
Film Editing and Strategy
1. Introduction
2. Getting Started
3. Style
4. Do The Cut!
5. Finding The Perfect Song
6. Timing, Rhythm and Pacing
7. Effects and Transitions
8. Kill Your Darlings!
9. Revision Checklist
10. Class Project
Class Project: Short Filming Exercise
1. Introduction
2. Class Overview
3. Lighting Demo
4. Composition
5. Making Creative Choices
6. The Hero Shot
7. Editing
8. The Final Film
9. Conclusion
