CERTIFICATE IN CINEMATOGRAPHY

Cinematography is the art and craft of the authorship of visual images for the cinema. It is a creative and interpretive process that results in an original evocative work rather than the simple recording of a performance. The images the cinematographer brings to the screen come from the artistic vision, imagination, and skill of the cinematographer as he or she works within a collaborative relationship with fellow artists.

Upon completion of the program, students have covered:

• Operation of film and DV cameras.
• Structure and job responsibilities of the camera unit of a film crew.
• Principles of lenses, f-stops, stocks, and lighting equipment.
• Basic types of lighting, including basic special effects that can be done in-camera.
• History and development of technology in cinematographic equipment such as dollys and steadicams.
• How to compose a scene using the camera and use a photographic technique to tell a story visually.
• Aesthetics of frame composition and an in-depth survey of the classic examples of artistic cinematography.
• How to work and collaborate in a team-based environment within a production crew.

This certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete the required material by taking Option 1 or Option 2.

This certificate has been restructured. Students who began this certificate prior to fall 2007 have four years to complete their certificate according to the requirements in the SCPS bulletin the semester they began. Call an education advisor at (212) 998-7171 for more information.

Certificate Builder

COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required--Option 1 (1 of these courses are required)
	Cinematography Intensive Cinematographers, also known as directors of photography, work closely with film directors to tell stories visually. In this intensive course, learn what it takes to... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9083	$3,695
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Required--Option 2 (5 of these courses are required)
	Cinematography Through a series of six progressively advanced projects, this workshop aids the student in developing and implementing professional concepts and techniques in film and digital... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9087	$1,395
	Advanced Cinematography		X34.9107	*
	Techniques and Technologies Gain comprehensive understanding of the vast landscape of theatrical film and video production. Through lectures and discussions you?ll explore theories and tools, from cameras to... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9220	$510
	Shooting Green Screen Shooting green screen allows filmmakers to create anything from flying superheroes to an ancient battle without a Hollywood feature budget. In this hands-on course, students... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9231	$375
	Art of Cinematography A skillful cinematographer brings a whole new dimension to a director's vision by creating images that enhance the narrative of a film. This survey course... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9517	$465

*Courses not available in current semester.

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