Course Description: Videography
Videography is the art and practice of capturing moving images with creativity, technical precision, and storytelling intent. This course is designed to train students in the essential principles, tools, and techniques of videography, preparing them to produce high-quality video content for film, television, events, advertising, documentaries, and online platforms.
Students will learn how to handle cameras, lenses, lighting, and sound equipment while mastering the fundamentals of composition, movement, and storytelling in motion. The course also emphasizes pre-production planning, on-set workflow, and post-production basics, giving participants a complete understanding of the videography process from concept to final product.
Through practical assignments, real-world projects, and hands-on training, participants will build a solid foundation in videography and develop the confidence to work as freelance videographers, content creators, or production crew members. By graduation, students will have developed a professional portfolio showcasing their versatility and technical skill.
Who Should Enroll:
- Beginners seeking professional training in video production.
- Content creators, YouTubers, and social media storytellers.
- Aspiring filmmakers, photographers, and journalists expanding into video.
- Professionals in media, advertising, and events who want videography skills.
Course Outline: Videography
Module 1: Introduction to Videography
- History and evolution of videography
- Videography vs. cinematography: similarities and differences
- Role of the videographer in different industries
- Overview of genres (events, documentary, corporate, creative, social media)
Module 2: Camera & Equipment Basics
- Types of cameras: DSLRs, mirrorless, camcorders, and cinema cameras
- Lenses: focal lengths, depth of field, and lens choices
- Tripods, gimbals, and stabilizers
- Memory cards, batteries, and accessories
Module 3: Exposure & Image Control
- The exposure triangle: aperture, shutter speed, ISO
- Frame rates and resolutions (24fps, 30fps, 60fps, 4K, etc.)
- White balance and color temperature
- Understanding dynamic range
Module 4: Composition & Framing in Motion
- Rule of thirds, leading lines, and balance
- Wide, medium, and close-up shots
- Camera angles and perspectives
- Storytelling through framing
Module 5: Camera Movement & Techniques
- Panning, tilting, tracking, and zooming
- Handheld vs. stabilized shooting
- Using gimbals, sliders, and drones
- Creating cinematic motion
Module 6: Lighting for Videography
- Natural light vs. artificial light
- Three-point lighting setup
- Portable lighting kits for events
- Creative use of shadows and highlights
Module 7: Sound & Audio for Video
- Importance of sound in videography
- On-camera mics, shotgun mics, lavaliers, and recorders
- Syncing audio with video
- Basics of audio cleanup in post-production
Module 8: Videography for Different Purposes
- Event coverage (weddings, conferences, live events)
- Corporate videography (interviews, brand stories, promotional videos)
- Documentary and journalistic videography
- Social media and short-form video production
Module 9: Editing & Post-Production Basics
- Introduction to Adobe Premiere Pro / DaVinci Resolve
- Organizing and cutting footage
- Adding transitions, music, and basic effects
- Exporting videos for different platforms
Module 10: Professional Workflow & Career Development
- Planning shoots and creating shot lists
- Working with clients and production teams
- Budgeting and pricing videography services
- Building a professional portfolio and reel
- Opportunities in freelance and corporate videography
Capstone Project
- Students plan, shoot, and edit a complete video project (event coverage, short documentary, or corporate promo).
- Final screening and peer/instructor critique.
- Portfolio development for career readiness.
