In this 2-day weekend session, learn how to capture and edit sound using external microphones and recording gear to give your videos the professional sound they deserve.

Day 1

9:00am - 10:30am
Introduction and Lecture (Theater)
Basics of digital audio for video
How sound changes image
Importance of sound over video

10:30am - 10:40am
Coffee Break

10:40am - 12:30pm
Demonstration of concepts and results discussed in morning session
Introduction to equipment and techniques
Interviewing vs. ambient sound capture
Demo of available equipment and discussion of additional techniques

12:30pm - 1:00pm
Lunch Break

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Demonstration and workshop
Hands-on project; students record using various equipment and techniques

Day 2

9:00am - 10:30am
Lecture and Demonstration (Computer Lab)
Importing audio into the computer
Recording narration direct to computer
Introduction to non-linear audio editing

10:30am - 10:40am
Coffee Break

10:40am - 12:30pm
Students import, organize and begin editing footage

12:30pm - 1:00pm
Lunch Break

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hands-on editing with instructor supervision and guidance
Exporting projects for distribution and viewing

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Screening and discussion of project work
Final Q & A

This series of intensive weekend courses is designed to introduce the fundamental concepts of video for DSLR photographers. Through classroom discussions, visual examples and hands-on workshops we discuss how to add DSLR video to a photographer's repertoire.

Each weekend session focuses on one of three essential aspects of video production and can be taken individually or as a full packaged series.

At the end of this course you will have more confidence in using your camera and equipment, an understanding of basic video production principles, increased skill in manipulating creative tools and a renewed excitement for what DSLR cameras have to offer. Whether you are an aspiring professional, a dedicated hobbyist or a weekend warrior, this course is sure to satisfy your taste for video production!

About the Instructor: Scott Hastings

Scott is a Media Producer & Trainer with 10 years of professional experience. Scott brings great relevance to his training through patience, humour, and proven communication techniques to convey complex concepts in simple understandable ways. Scott is an active web site/ interface designer, flash programmer, blogger, administrator and video producer.

www.boomcity.biz

Equipment requirements:
Video-capable digital SLR camera with at least 1 lens
Memory Card

Pre-requisites: Digital Photography 101 or equivalent fundamental understanding of digital photography

Duration: Each session is 2 days, Saturday / Sunday from 9am to 5pm

Cost: $375 for individual sessions or $995 package for all 3 sessions

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