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The traditional journalist’s role is changing. This course is a 2 day intensive program, designed to give print & radio journalists the skills of the Producer/Shooter role and the confidence & understanding to file stories for online and broadcast outlets. Tutors Mike Munro (60 Minutes, A Current Affair, Sunday Night) and veteran Cinematographer Gareth Tillson will lead the class, drawing on their decades of experience in print & TV to get the students prepared for their new media c... [More]

Ideally suited to those who have limited camera and sound recording experience, this course will introduce participants to techniques and practical skills that will enable them to produce high quality images and sound for documentary and drama – with an eye to great storytelling, the goal of all good filmmaking. Led by leading cinematographer Paul Warren (The Cup), the workshop will cover how to ensure optimum picture and sound quality, scene coverage and how to tell a story with a ... [More]

Learn Steadicam Techniques from 30 year veteran Philip Balsdon! Almost all the world’s top Steadicam operators started their Steadicam careers by participating in a workshop. As a camera operator proficient in Steadicam you will able to market yourself as a specialist operator and enjoy one of the most rewarding jobs on a film set. Tiffen’s introduction of a range of compact Steadicams for the new generation of smaller digital HDV cameras and 35mm HDSLRs has made learning the craft ... [More]

This intensive masterclass is for choreographers, dancers and filmmakers who are passionate about the dance film genre. The program will explore the aesthetics of dance for the screen while also providing a practical collaborative experience for industry professionals. Participants will explore the evolution of dance film from the 20th century through to contemporary screendance practice using the works of internationally recognised leaders. This historical overview will be within t... [More]

What is good cinematography and how is it achieved? This two day course, led by two time AFI Award winner Ellery Ryan (I Love You Too, Van Diemen’s Land, The Rage in Placid Lake) is designed to investigate the theory and practice of visual storytelling. Pretty pictures and standout shots are not enough; Cinematographers must take a written text and use technical and interpretative skills to help a director convert that text into an engaging visual story. Topics will include: What ma... [More]

The aim of the course is to teach basic lighting skills in cinematography and how they apply to the visualization of a story or concept. Topics covered include: -Natural light and artificial light colour temperature -Direct/bounce light, Soft/hard light -The use of Anti fill, cutters, diffusion gels -Types of film lights and camera filters and basic lighting equipment packages for use on location -Lighting continuity -Lighting the face -Contrast ratios -Dealing with reflections -On ... [More]

This intensely practical course introduces participants to the duties and professional requirements of the camera assistant in drama, documentary and commercials in both film and video. This course is unique in Australia, and was so popular when we ran it in September we’re running it again! It is taught by industry experts using the latest equipment at our state-of-the-art facilities. Course content includes: On set duties and protocols – with practical experience Assembling digita... [More]

Please note day/date change for May course Want to shoot HD video on your Canon 5D? Let an expert show you how to make the most of your DSLR and open up the world of the moving image. This introductory course for new filmmakers, photography enthusiasts & existing filmmakers who would like to get their hands on the camera, will familiarise participants with shooting HD on the Canon 5D Mark II. Through practical exercises this hands on course will examine the camera’s imaging capabili... [More]

This course is an introduction to managing data from file-based cameras in an on-set environment. Working in the AFTRS Studio, participants will get an overview of all types of data from file-based cameras including P2, SXS, Red, DSLRs, GoPro etc, and how to prepare for and manage this data confidently and responsibly in a high pressure on-set environment. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of data as a ‘digital negative’ and feel confident about working with digital da... [More]

The world of television production is a fast changing environment – new roles and job descriptions are constantly being created. Many Reality/Observational documentary series employ ‘Shooter/Producers’ and this is now a skill set that is in high demand. This course is designed for TV Producers, associate producers and researchers who have some production knowledge and experience but little or no camera expertise. It aims to familiarize course participants with the basic principles o... [More]