DSLR and Mirrorless Videography Course

Improve your videography skills with this Sydney course!



3 x 6.5 hours Class size 1 to 6 guests    

  $499 (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Our Instructor-Led DSLR & Mirrorless Videography Course is exactly what you need to improve your videography skills.
This comprehensive course provides expert guidance and hands-on learning, helping you fully understand the capabilities of your camera. DSLR and mirrorless cameras allow everyone to shoot professional-quality videos with minimal gear, but getting the most out of them requires more than just owning the equipment. With proper training and practical experience, you’ll be able to realise your creative vision.
Each session goes beyond theory, offering personalised instruction to ensure you master both the technical settings and the art of visual storytelling. After each session, you’ll complete practical assignments, such as outdoor night shoots, interviews and product shots, to apply what you've learned in real-world scenarios.
By the end of this DSLR videography course, you will have learned the following key areas:
  • Pre-Production Overview: Get detailed notes on planning and preparing for video production.
  • Production Phase: Learn how to set up your shots and film effectively.
  • Post-Production Introduction: Gain a basic understanding of editing your footage.
Key Skills Covered:
Camera Operation & Technical Skills: Master manual settings like aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance, frame rate, focus control, and lenses.
Exposure Triangle: Learn how to balance shutter speed, aperture, and ISO for perfect exposure.
  • Lighting Techniques: Explore natural and artificial lighting, light modifiers, and the basics of creating mood with lighting ratios.
  • Audio Recording: Capture high-quality sound using in-camera or external audio setups.
  • Composition & Framing: Frame subjects effectively and use camera movements to tell captivating stories.
  • Post-Production Basics: Basic introduction to editing techniques using daVinci Resolve.
This course is designed for:
  • Beginners looking to understand their DSLR or mirrorless camera from the ground up.
  • Intermediate videographers seeking to refine their skills and learn professional techniques.
  • Aspiring content creators needing hands-on experience to kick-start their careers.
  • Business owners wanting to bring video production in-house for promotional content.
What you'll get
Extensive course notes.
Knowledge required
Whether you’re a complete beginner or someone with basic knowledge looking to advance, this course is tailored for you. You’ll gain the foundation and expertise needed to create exceptional video content, whether for personal projects or professional use.
What to bring
  • DSLR or mirror-less camera + lens
  • Class 10 SD Card or higher
  • Tripod or other camera support device eg. Bean bag.
  • Neutral Density filter for at least one of your lenses.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 3 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Location

A1-2: Multipurpose Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle NSW

If driving, there is no entry into Gordon Street from Victoria Road. Last block on your right before Victoria Road. Pedestrian access is opposite Prince Street.

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Gregory Foulds

Gregory Foulds


Starting in adult education with the Australian Army, then TAFE and commercial training and education services, Greg has gained deep insights into what works best for adult learners. He has a wealth of experience in computing, photography and film/video work.

In addition to this, Greg has enjoyed a long career in film editing and audio engineering; knowledge which he brings to the forefront of each lesson. Greg applies practical experience to course development work, ensuring his students understand the basics from which all problem-solving strategies evolve.
Greg’s teaching style focuses on student-involvement and two-way dialogue. When it comes to computing and photography/film/sound editing, he has never forgotten the feeling of learning something from scratch and ensures that all students stretch themselves to achieve good results.




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Sydney Community College
Sydney Community College

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Sydney Community College is a social enterprise with a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
Our mission is to enrich lives, to strengthen adult individuals and to build communities through innovative high quality continuing education and training.

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