DSLR filmmaking

About this course

Participants learn to configure DSLR and mirrorless cameras for video, working with exposure, frame rates, lenses, depth of field, focus and composition. The course also introduces camera movement, basic lighting and clean sound recording. Practical filming tasks cover storyboarding, shot planning, directing and recording short scenes. Teaching combines guided exercises with hands-on use of filmmaking equipment, alongside an introduction to editing workflow and small-crew production.

What you'll learn

• Operate a DSLR or mirrorless camera for video production
• Apply aperture, shutter speed, ISO and frame-rate settings
• Use lenses, focus, composition and camera movement to shape footage
• Record usable synchronised sound and apply basic lighting techniques
• Plan and film simple scenes using storyboards and shot plans
• Describe key stages in a basic visual storytelling and editing workflow

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners and for people moving into video from photography or content creation. The Beginner label suggests an introductory level, while the guided exercises and small-crew filming tasks indicate active participation in production activities.

• Suitable for photographers developing video skills
• Relevant to content creators exploring filmmaking
• Includes collaborative work with a small film crew

Before you go

• Participants need to bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera with video capability.
• Charged batteries and memory cards are required.