F23 - Video Lab

This course teaches participants the basics of cinematography and directing, and ends in students making their very first digital short film.

This is our intermediate-level course which follows Intro to Digital Filmmaking (or equivalent experience). Students enter this course with a script (does not have to be a fully polished script), and an idea for a digital film. Participants will learn everything that goes into cinematography, directing, and making a digital short film from start to finish. Topics covered will include: screenwriting, budgeting, scheduling, casting, camera technique, shot lists, storyboards, lighting, sound, and editing. Over the course of the 10 weeks, students will receive hands-on mentorship from industry professionals and will complete the course with a 4-6 minute digital short- at no extra cost to the class!!

Registrants will receive:

• all presentation slides in PDF format
• accreditation on the Arri Alex plus camera package (assessment required)
• individualized feedback throughout their project
• a fully granted equipment package to make their short film ($2500 value)
• online resources to further their education

Please note: This course is open to FAVA MEMBERS ONLY. Any registrations from non-members will NOT be approved until they become a member. Learn more about becoming a member HERE.