You and I Skills

Title

Learning to use a Video Camera

Course ID

BS-VID-02

Level

Basic / Intermediate

Package

Practical Hands on

Max Attendance

5

Description

·         Introduction to using a video camera

·         Which camera should I use

·         Planning to edit?

·         What is HD or High Definition?

·         Functionality and video camera settings

·         Introduction to composition, lighting and audio

·         Shooting techniques

·         Interview techniques

·         Using a tripod

·         Field techniques

·         Introduction to capturing your footage*

·         Legal issues (content and location release forms)

·         Storyboards and creating your project

·         Shooting your short

·         Understanding time code

·         Introduction to capture and editing

Who Should Attend

The course is designed to provide practical camera basics.

Skills Acquired

·         Basic camera handling skills

·         Setup a camera to shoot

·         Best use of composition

·         Confidence in shooting and creating video productions

·         Understand and use manual camera features

·         Produce a basic production

Recommended Prerequisite Courses

·        BS-VID-01 – “Video Production Cycle”