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TVRD-225 Cinematography and Lighting for Film and Television

This course will develop complex skills in both the theory and practice of cinematography and lighting. Advanced camera functions will be explored from a technical and creative perspective, and students will develop visual solutions for a variety of shooting situations. Lighting techniques will be examined using studio lights, grip equipment, and additive gels. Emphasis will be placed on working collaboratively in a professional studio environment to create lighting designs for both film and television.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

TVRD-140

Hours Weekly

4

Course Objectives

  1. 1. Explain the importance of lighting and cinematography to the craft of video.
  2. 2. Identify the advanced functions of a video camera and describe how these functions can be
    used creatively.
  3. 3. Examine different visual styles in film and television through both a historical and theoretical
    perspective.
  4. 4. Employ professional vocabulary and concepts in communicating with others on set.
  5. 5. Identify lighting instruments and understand their function.
  6. 6. Demonstrate proficient use of a light meter.
  7. 7. Design and implement lighting solutions for both studio and field.
  8. 8. Demonstrate proficient use of grip equipment, gels, and lighting units.
  9. 9. Formulate a personal visual aesthetic and adapt that aesthetic to varying project styles.

Course Objectives

  1. 1. Explain the importance of lighting and cinematography to the craft of video.
  2. 2. Identify the advanced functions of a video camera and describe how these functions can be
    used creatively.
  3. 3. Examine different visual styles in film and television through both a historical and theoretical
    perspective.
  4. 4. Employ professional vocabulary and concepts in communicating with others on set.
  5. 5. Identify lighting instruments and understand their function.
  6. 6. Demonstrate proficient use of a light meter.
  7. 7. Design and implement lighting solutions for both studio and field.
  8. 8. Demonstrate proficient use of grip equipment, gels, and lighting units.
  9. 9. Formulate a personal visual aesthetic and adapt that aesthetic to varying project styles.