Lighting for Film: Creative Applications for Pre & Post-Production
Course Details
Key Topics
Learn technical strategies for creatively and effectively lighting a range of scenes in a variety of locations.
What
1 Course | 3 Modules
Start Anytime
Online | Self-Paced
Cost
Payment plans available
NOTE: This course is taught by industry professional(s) and is not included within Full Sail University’s scope of accreditation. No course credits are available for this course.
About This Course
Get creative with lighting fundamentals in this self-paced film lighting course from Full Sail DC3. You’ll learn both technical and artistic skills that you can apply when you’re lighting for film, including hands-on techniques, scene-based breakdowns, and production-ready workflows. Get familiar with lighting strategies for production scenarios from interviews to narrative scenes, learn how to use both pro gear and DIY tools, understand the lighting strategies needed for on-location shoots, and practice using DaVinci Resolve for post-production. By the end of this course, you’ll have a better understanding of how to effectively light scenes for your film and video projects.
What You'll Learn
- Fundamental lighting principles and terminology
- How to create lighting diagrams and visual references
- Ways to use lighting fixtures, modifiers, and DIY tools effectively
- Techniques to design lighting setups for commercial, narrative, and documentary scenes
- How to scout and evaluate locations for natural and artificial lighting
- Strategies for lighting moving shots with consistency
- Ways to light people professionally for Zoom, interviews, and on-camera dialogue
- How to use DaVinci Resolve to evaluate and enhance lighting in post-production
What You’ll Need
Basic camera knowledge (familiarity with manual exposure, ISO, aperture)
Video-capable camera
At least one light source
Computer or tablet
Digital drawing software
DaVinci Resolve (free version is acceptable, not available for Android tablets)
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Course Outline
Who This Is For
Anyone interested in the fundamentals of cinematic lighting. Industry roles that could benefit from this course include:
- Freelance Filmmakers
- Content Creators
- YouTubers
- Video Producers/Videographers
- Lighting Technicians
About Full Sail DC3
Full Sail DC3 is a dynamic, short-form education platform that offers online courses. With the values and benefits of Full Sail University, DC3 is backed by over 45 years of experience in entertainment media and emerging technology, as well as more than a decade of experience delivering compelling online education.
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