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Camera Fundamentals

Learn the essential concepts and technical skills needed for digital video production in this accessible online workshop. Discover the fundamentals of focus, exposure, white balance, and composition, applicable to any camera. Join now and unlock the power of media at DCTV.

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $303
  • 87 Lafayette St, New York, NY
  • 6 hours

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  • $303
  • DCTV @ 87 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10013
  • 6 hours
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Class Description

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What you'll learn in this cinematography class:

Learning digital video production is vital for independent filmmakers and for anyone interested in harnessing the power of media. Camera Fundamentals is accessible and easy-to-learn, teaching you basic concepts and technical skills applicable to any camera.

In this classic DCTV Workshop, use an HD video camera to learn about focus, exposure, white balance, and composition. A perfect introduction!

Topics include:

  • Film vs. Digital Video
  • Codecs
  • Focus
  • Exposure
  • Color Temperature and White Balance
  • Composition
  • Movement
Materials:

  • All you need to bring is yourself!
  • We provide all equipment and are committed to a 2:1 student to camera ratio.
  • Personal equipment is not permitted.

Refund Policy

If you register for a workshop and are unable to attend, we can offer the following compensation:

  • Full refund (less 5% cancellation fee):
    • If your cancellation is confirmed at least 6 full business days prior to workshop's start date.
  • Full credit (valid for 3 months) or a 50% refund:
    • If your cancellation is confirmed at least 3 full business days prior to workshop's start date.
  • You receive no compensation (neither refund nor credit):
    • If your cancellation is confirmed less than 3 full business days prior to workshop's start date.
    • No compensation (Neither Refund nor Credit) is available for cancellations less than 3 full business days prior to a workshop's start time or for non-attendance. For example, if you cancel your registration for a workshop that starts at 6:30pm on Monday, we must confirm your cancellation no later than 6:30pm the Thursday before for you to receive Credit.

There are absolutely no make-ups allowed for any missed session(s) of a workshop. It is not possible for students to make up a missed session of their Workshop by attending an equivalent session on another day. There are no refunds for missed sessions.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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