Pro Series: Digital Filmmaking with DSLR Cameras – Short Course

Learn digital filmmaking techniques for DSLR cameras

Learn digital filmmaking techniques for DSLR cameras

In this amazing hands-on, project based course, you’ll experience every phase of filmmaking, from pre-production through post-production using DSLR cameras. Learn DSLR shooting techniques, media optimization for editing and color correction, audio recording and editing – all while making your very own short film.

During the production phase of this class you’ll learn how to operate DSLR cameras for; composition, controlling depth of field, getting the most out of low light situations, focal length and lens selection, along with many other shooting techniques. In post-production you’ll learn how to transcode and optimize video footage to the best format for editing and color color correction.

*You are required to bring your own DSLR camera to this course.

What You’ll Learn: Digital Filmmaking with DSLR Cameras

Course Content Software Used
• Pre production planning
• Camera operation with DSLR cameras
• Advanced shooting techniques, Controlling Depth of field & choosing lenses
• Optimizing media for editing and color correction
• Transitions, filters, and special effects
• Individualized editing instruction tricks and tips
• Video compression & Outputing for Web, YouTube, Mobile Devices and DVD

Course may vary slightly based on student expertise & class interest. All students work on their own personal projects, which they keep.

Who Should Attend: Digital Filmmaking with DSLR Cameras
Beginning to Intermediate | No Filmmaking experience required

This course is ideal for new or experienced filmmakers who want to learn professional level skills, techniques and workflows in DSLR filmmaking.

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Questions about a course or additional weeks at DMA? Ready to register? Please call 866.656.3342 for more information and to speak with a Guest Experience Representative.

Fees & Additional Options: Digital Filmmaking with DSLR Cameras

Options Price Duration Meals
Tuition (base price) $1,195 4 Days, Mon-Thu Lunch not included
Stanford Continuing Studies Credit add $90 NA NA

*To view all options, including weekend stays, visit our Options & Fees page.    

Mon-Thu   |   9 am-5 pm   |   Beg – Inter

“Learn how to effectively shoot video with a DSLR camera from an enthusiastic and helpful instructor.”

Dates by Location 2012


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