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FILMMAKING

Interested in learning new skills in film? Join our Filmmaking short course to dive straight into your film education & gain practical skills from distinguished industry experts.
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AED 5000 excluding VAT
31 May 2025
Sat
10am to 5pm
5 weeks
AED 5000 excluding VAT
28 June 2025
Sat
10am to 5pm
5 weeks

OVERVIEW

This course covers the basic knowledge required to produce a short video, including screenwriting, directing, producing, digital camera operation, lighting, sound, and basic computer editing on an industry-leading application. The course is very ‘hands-on’ in its approach with students being exposed to the five stages of the video production process, as well as a range of industry-standard applications. Students will participate in short film production during the course and will understand the importance of Pre-production, production, and post-production.
  • 16 years and above
  • Anyone who wants to get substantial skills in filmmaking, such as basic camera handling, lighting, and editing
  • Budding filmmakers with a passion for creating short films, movies, or documentaries

Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Session 1: History of Films
    • Birth of Cinema
    • Influence of society
    • Modern-day art

    Session 2: The three stages of filmmaking

    • Pre-Production
    • Production
    • Post Production

    Session 3:  Pre-Production

    • Brainstorming ideas
    • 12 Steps of a Hero’s Journey
    • Three Act Structure

    Session 4: Making a Short Film

    • Understanding Scripts, Script Breakdown, Shot List, and Storyboard
    • Understanding Budgeting and the importance of time management
    • Concept Script

    Session 5: Production

    • Camera, Lights, Action!
    • Terminology on set
    • How to light up a scene
    • How to use a camera

    Session 6: Working on Set

    • Filming a short scene
    • Understanding audio recording on set

    Session 7: Working on Set

    • Understanding the Casting Process
    • Assigning roles on set
    • Shortlist and location scouts
    • Equipment booking
    • Prepping a shoot

    Session 8: Intro to Editing

    • Transferring footage
    •  Working with proxy and log files
    • Basic edit timeline and post-lingo

    Session 9: Color & Sound 

    • Understanding multiple platform links
    • Using the Color tools in Premiere
    • Foley recording session

    Session 10: Finalizing the Short Film

    • Shooting a short film
    • Learning how to critique and give feedback
    • Distribution of Short Form content and film

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