About This Course:
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Learn the fundamentals of cinematography, including composition, lighting, color, and camera movement
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Understand how visuals shape emotion and tell a story on screen
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Practice hands-on shooting techniques and create your own short film
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Build skills in pre-production, on-set workflow, and collaborating with directors, editors, and colorists
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Explore color correction and grading to create a consistent cinematic look
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Assemble a professional cinematography reel using your best shots from the course
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Includes self-paced video lessons, student workshops, and a full-color workbook
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16-part course, approximately 70 hours of learning
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Counts as a high school Film/Media Arts credit (cinematography)
Course Syllabus
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Launching late January!
Cinematic Storytelling is a hands-on cinematography course designed to teach students how to use the camera to tell powerful, visual stories. Whether you’re brand-new to filmmaking or already familiar with cameras, this course breaks down what cinematography really is: the art of using framing, lighting, movement, color, and composition to guide emotions, reveal meaning, and elevate every moment on screen.
Across 16 weeks, students will learn how cinematographers think, plan, and create, covering everything from shot design, camera angles, and lighting setups to lenses, color, working with a crew, and shaping mood through visual choices. You’ll study real films, complete creative shooting exercises, and build your own short-film scenes, all while developing the skills needed to craft a consistent, intentional visual style.
By the end of the course, you won’t just know how to operate a camera, you’ll know how to make each shot say something. Students will finish with a polished cinematography reel that highlights their strongest work and prepares them for future film projects, passion films, or even professional opportunities.
16 part course, 1-semester credit (60 Hours).
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Course syllabus, grading rubric and transcript description are available on your student dashboard.
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Cinematic Storytelling offers two flexible learning paths, allowing you to progress at your own pace:
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Charter Version – Perfect for independent learners, this version provides full access to all course materials, including video lessons, exercises, and cinematography resources. You’ll have everything you need to develop your skills in camera work, lighting, composition, and visual storytelling at your own pace, making it ideal for those who prefer a self-guided approach.
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Cinematic Room – For those who want a more interactive experience, this version includes access to an exclusive online community through Filmmaker’s Edge. Here, you can connect with fellow students, share your cinematography projects, and receive feedback from both peers and instructors. You’ll have the opportunity to upload your footage, discuss visual techniques, and gain new insights—all while learning on your own schedule.
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Give it a try....we know your student will love it!