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Certificate Programme in Cinematography

This Program will teach you how to successfully transfer that story you have in your mind to the paper, and eventually to the big screen. This is where a movie starts and is where we will start our journey to understanding filmmaking.

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Online
Programme

Price

₹15,000

What you are going to learn

Through this Certificate Programme in Cinematography, you will learn about the role of a cinematographer, history and science of still cameras, types of light, types of grips and gears, camera angles and everything that makes one a great cinematographer. This programmes consists of topics on Cinematography basics, non-motion photography, Video fundamentals (SD & HD), Understanding Mise-en-scene, Motion photography on film cameras, Theory of colour, Understanding music videos and non-fiction films.

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Cinematography is the craft of visual storytelling on film or television. It consists of everything that you see on the screen – framing, movement, lighting, composition, camera angles, lens, colour, depth, and more. It is important in setting the tone, look and feel of a video supporting the written narrative of the film with visual elements. Also known as the Director of Photography, a Cinematographer is the master of movement and light, responsible for how every single frame in the film turns out. It is their job to harness both the technical and creative capabilities of a camera.

The role of a Cinematographer is to translate a written script into visuals and shoot the video to bring to screen the vision of the Director. While they may not be the one holding the camera, they are the mastermind behind deciding what the final video should look like – coloured or black and white, vibrant, dull etc. The cinematographer works closely with the Director and helps them bring their creative vision to life. After deciding on a certain look and feel for the project, the Cinematographer or Director of Photography then works on how to achieve the same through camera movement, lighting, framing, props, etc. in terms of equipment & more.

Role of a cinematographer

This class provides a comprehensive overview of a cinematographer’s duties and the key skills that he/she needs to possess to effectively make artistic and technical decisions related to the image.

Types of lights

This class introduces you to different types of lights used on film sets to produce desired effects on the image on screen. You also learn about the advantages and limitations of each type.

Types of grips and gears

This class underlines important grips and gears that you will need to effectively set up light and the camera for a shoot.

The history and science of a still camera

This class introduces you to the history and science of a still camera.

Exposure and Metering

In this class, you will learn about different techniques to moderate exposure of images in your film depending on the style and setting of a given scene.

Three-point lighting

In this class, you will learn about the techniques associated with three-point lighting- the simple, versatile setting which forms the foundation of most complex lighting systems.

Lensing

In this class, you will learn about the advantages and limitations of different kinds of lens that you can use to film scenes. You will learn how to use specific lenses to produce unique artistic effects depending on the scene.

Deep focus and Hyperfocal Distance

This class teaches you how to use deep focus by using hyperfocal distance and you will learn when and how to intentionally use this technique.

Framing and Composition

This class provides you important rules and tips regarding effective framing and composition while shooting a scene.

Electrical methods and studio layouts

This class gives an introductory overview of electricity & studio power layout methods to set lighting within a film studio.

Standard Definition

This class teaches you about more complex lighting situations

Parts of a Digital Motion Picture Camera

In this class, you will learn about the foundational parts that make up a standard digital motion picture camera.

Camera Angles and Camera Movements

In this class, you will learn about the most important and commonly used shot sizes, camera movement techniques and camera angles, each of which produces a specific type of effect.

Frame Rates

In this class, you will learn about frame rates and how to adjust them depending on the kind of film and effect you want to produce.

Dynamic Range

In this class, you will learn about different cameras and their dynamic ranges

Color Temperature

In this class, you will learn how to effectively change the temperature of your shots to warmer or cooler depending on the type of effect you want to create cinematically.

Day and Night Lighting

In this class, you will learn about the different techniques that will allow you to make your scene seem like it is either day or night, depending on the needs of the scene by using different lighting and camera techniques.

Components of Mise-en-scene and their impact

This class teaches you about more complex lighting situations

Shooting on film

In this class, you will learn more about 16mm and 35mm Motion Picture Photography with an in-depth study of Advanced Film Exposure with Grey Card, Exposed Negative Processing & Printing, Colour Temperature Theory and Advance Lab Theory

Parts of a Motion Picture Film Camera

This programme provides a comprehensive description of the different parts that make up a motion picture film camera. You will learn how to adjust them, their functionality and limitations and the safety measures associated with each one of them.

Color Theory Basics

This class introduces you to the fundamentals of colour theory- the perception of colours, the visual effects of how colour mix, their match and contrasts, each colour's impact on a scene etc.

Types of Color Contrasts

This class will teach you about the theory of colour contrasting and introduce you to some of the most popular colour contrasts used during production and the impact each type has on the scene.

Color schemes and example

In this class you will learn about different colour schemes that are commonly used during production design

Understanding music videos

This class looks into music videos and the cinematography techniques associated with it. You will learn the difference in the commonly used shots and camera movement techniques between a film scene and a music video scene.

Understanding non-fiction films

A non-fiction film, unlike a fiction film, assumes responsibility of the truthful depiction of the accuracy of the information and people being presented. In this class, you will learn about non-fiction films and the subtle differences in the techniques, colour and camera movements between non-fiction and fiction movies.

₹ 15,000 (Inclusive of all taxes)

Admission criteria:

No work experience is required to apply for any of the programme
It is recommended that applicants have cleared Xth grade or equivalent
All candidates need to have reading and speaking proficiency in English

Notes:

You can pay for the programme with a debit / credit card and through Netbanking.
On successful payment transaction, you will receive a confirmation mail with the order no. and payment acknowledgement.
You will be provided a programme login URL within 48 hours of making a payment. Please register on the URL to gain access to the programme.
In case of any issues during payment, please write to us on wwi.extension@whistlingwoods.net

On successful completion of all the modules included in this programme, the user shall be given a certificate from Whistling Woods International. You can download the certificate in the form of a PDF.

There is no specific time limit or schedule to do a module-based programme such as this one. However, the access period to the platform is 1 year

This is a module-based programme, so there is no specific schedule to adhere to.

Please refer to the curriculum tab on the programme page of the programme.

This programme comprises of learning through video-based lectures. You will also be given the transcripts of these lectures. The content is derived from the knowledge base of Whistling Woods faculty and Industry experts along with specific case studies used to explain the concepts and theories.

There are no programmework or assignments in this programme.

There are no live sessions included as part of this programme. However, for live sessions and on campus specialization workshops, please check our Advanced Certificate in Filmmaking programme

Certificate Programme in Cinematography

Online
Programme

₹15,000

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Key Highlights & Programme Details

Certification

Successful Completion

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Curriculum

Transcripts

Cinematography Basics

Non-motion photography

Video Fundamentals (SD & HD)

Understanding Mise-en-scene

Motion Photography on Film Cameras(16mm/35mm)

Theory of Color

Understanding music videos

Understanding non-fiction films

What kind of certification will I obtain from this program?

Is there a specific time limit for this programme?

How many hours of study are required to complete this programme?

What are the key topics covered in this programme?

What type of learning should I expect from this programme?

Are there any assignment or programmework in this programme?

Does the programme include live sessions with the faculty?

Affiliations

Certification

Certificate Programme in Cinematography

OnlineProgramme

₹15,000

A few more words about this course

Key Highlights & Programme Details

Certification

Successful Completion

Flexibility

Curriculum

Transcripts

Cinematography Basics

Non-motion photography

Video Fundamentals (SD & HD)

Understanding Mise-en-scene

Motion Photography on Film Cameras(16mm/35mm)

Theory of Color

Understanding music videos

Understanding non-fiction films

What kind of certification will I obtain from this program?

Is there a specific time limit for this programme?

How many hours of study are required to complete this programme?

What are the key topics covered in this programme?

What type of learning should I expect from this programme?

Are there any assignment or programmework in this programme?

Does the programme include live sessions with the faculty?

Affiliations

Certification

Online
Programme