This practical two-session course introduces the fundamentals of DSLR filmmaking for beginners and aspiring content creators. Students will learn how to confidently shoot cinematic video using DSLR or mirrorless cameras while developing core filmmaking skills from planning through to production.
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Across the two sessions, participants will explore camera setup, exposure, frame rates, composition, focus techniques, lighting basics, and professional sound recording. The course also covers visual storytelling, shot planning, and working effectively with a small film crew.
Through guided exercises and hands-on filming tasks, students will gain experience using filmmaking equipment and producing short video sequences.
What will we cover?
DSLR and mirrorless camera operation
Exposure: aperture, shutter speed, ISO
Frame rates and cinematic settings
Lenses and depth of field
Composition and camera movement
Recording clean audio
Basic lighting techniques
Storyboarding and shot planning
Directing and filming short scenes
Introduction to editing workflow
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Operate a DSLR/mirrorless camera for video production
Shoot stable, well-exposed cinematic footage
Record usable sync sound
Plan and film simple scenes effectively
Understand the basics of visual storytelling and production workflow
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable for beginners, content creators, photographers moving into video, and anyone interested in independent filmmaking.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
A DSLR or mirrorless camera with video capability
Charged batteries and memory cards
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
If you've enjoyed the basics of digital video-making, City Lit runs a range of digital photography and filmmaking courses for all levels and covering a vast range of skills and practical applications. Courses include Documentary, Narrative and Experimental film making, plus editing using Premiere Pro and Da Vinci Resolve.
Lyndon began his film career working as a runner on several short films and features whilst writing for his own films. Following this, he wrote, produced and directed three successful short films in quick succession between 2003 and 2006. Since then Lyndon has been developing a number of feature films for his production company while working as a filmmaker, with his most recent short film The Verity featuring in a number of international film festivals. For over eighteen years Lyndon has been running a wide range of practical film courses aimed at beginners and professionals alike. His teaching style is very practical, “I try to make them as enjoyable as possible and hopefully the first thing the students would want to do after the course is make another film…”
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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