L4 Professional Dip Technical & Production Practice - Media Directing and Cinematography

Mode of study

Part Time

Start date

01/09/2025

Teaching staff

Creative Media Skills Institute tutors have worked with legendary directors such as Lean, Spielberg, Fellini, Kubrick to name a few and their knowledge is unsurpassed Every single person you meet over your time with us can help you further your existing or future career, whether with words of advice, mentoring or direct employment CMSI brings in working industry professionals to lead our training and work with them planning around their schedules to step off their latest shoot and pass on their knowledge.

Course Code

DP4TPM1P/1

Duration

1-Year

Location

Pinewood Studios

Awarding body

University of the Arts London

Assessment

The course is project based, and you will create a professional portfolio of work that is assessed as you go throughout the year. You will develop your understanding of the media industry, and the skills needed to be successful.

About the course

Level 4 Professional Diploma in Technical & Production Practice - Directing and Cinematography Pathway is a one-year course taught at Pinewood Studios over two days. It allows you to further develop your skills and understanding of the industry expectations. You will be taught by industry specialists at Pinewood who are still currently working in Film & TV. This pathway focuses on directing and cinematography. Level 4 Professional Diploma in Technical & Production Practice - Directing and Cinematography Pathway is a one-year course taught at Pinewood Studios over two days. This pathway focuses on directing and cinematography. The course is run in Partnership with Creative Media Skills Institute based in the heart of Pinewood Studios. Within Pinewood there is a community of over 300 independent businesses along with the productions on-site, these businesses provide connection to a community of creative individuals. The combined spending by film and high-end television productions during 2022 reached '6.27 billion, the highest ever reported. The British Film Institute predicts this figure will reach over 8 billion, and that we will need at least an additional 30,000 crew members by 2025.

Career options

With your Level 4 you could progress directly into the industry within a junior production role. You will have a new network of contacts and skills to help you succeed. You may want to top up your Level 4 at a university.

Whether you want to work in film or television, we can help to give you the skills you need to progress.

Potential careers:

Games Designer
Digital Content Producer
Programmer
3D Designer
Sound Engineer
Special Effects Technician
TV / Film Camera Operator
TV / Film Director
TV / Film Production Assistant

Course Content - What will I learn?

This course is taught exclusively at Pinewood Studios. You will be taught at Pinewood Studios, renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities and rich cinematic history. The studios provide an inspiring and professional environment for aspiring filmmakers to hone their craft and give you a real working experience of production shoots. Throughout the year, you will gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in various aspects of media directing and cinematography. The course covers: Lighting: Master the art of lighting to create mood and atmosphere. Editing: Learn the techniques to piece together your story seamlessly. Cinematography Basics: Understand the fundamentals of camera work and visual storytelling. Blocking: Discover how to plan and execute the movement of actors and cameras. Shot List: Develop the skill to plan your shots effectively. Story Development: Learn how to craft compelling narratives. Team and Hierarchy: Understand the roles and responsibilities within a production team. Camera Trainee Role: Get hands-on experience in assisting with camera operations. Advanced Camera Work: Dive deeper into complex camera techniques. Focus Pulling: Master the precision required for maintaining focus during shots. The Shoot: Gain practical experience in managing a film shoot. DIT (Digital Imaging): Learn the essentials of digital imaging and data management. Steady Cam: Explore the use of Steady Cam for smooth, dynamic shots. Motion Control: Understand the technology behind motion control for precise camera movements.

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