Learn digital filmmaking techniques for DSLR cameras

DSLR shooting has become immensely popular in the video-production world and offers many advantages. The image sensors in DSLR cameras are incredible and the images can be stunning. Along with the advantages comes a more complex work flow than traditional camcorders. 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 how to shoot a movie using DSLR cameras, how to optimize DSLR media for editing and color correction, how to record quality audio, and edit it using Final Cut Pro®. You’ll also learn about media compression for the web and DVD, 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 correction. Students with a range of experience are welcome and will get individual and personalized professional instruction during the course. A showcase at the end of the week gives students an opportunity to premiere their finished film in the DMA student film festival.

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 and lenses • Capturing quality audio with a DSLR camera • Final Cut Pro® editing interface • Optimizing media for editing and color correction • Individualized editing-instruction tricks and tips • Titling, Transitions, filters and special effects • Video compression & outputting for web, YouTube, mobile devices & 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
Pro-Series Courses Open to Advanced Teens (15 & Older), College Students & Adult Learners | Beginning – Intermediate | No Filmmaking Experience Required

This course is ideal for new or experienced filmmakers who want to learn professional-level skills, techniques and work flows in DSLR filmmaking. Become an HD video director, make your own movies, using your own DSLR camera.

DMA provides production equipment for teaching purposes, including computers and editing software. Students should provide their own DSLR camera as it’s best to learn DSLR Filmmaking using your own camera equipmment. DMA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

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Fees & Additional Options: Digital Filmmaking with DSLR Cameras

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