CAMERA AND LIGHTING TECHNIQUES FOR CINEMA AND TELEVISION

Course Description

This course aims to teach students the basic principles of cinematographic lighting and the use of the camera as a means of visual expression, camera angles, preparation of shooting plans, etc. both theoretically and practically. Within the scope of the course, the basic working principles, types and accessories of the video camera; camera angles and movements; visual aesthetics and digital effects; basic lighting principles, lighting equipment and their characteristics are discussed. In this course, students have the opportunity to practice using light and camera and sample applications are also examined. Students who take the course will gain basic knowledge about the technological development of cinema and television, gain professional technical skills regarding camera and light usage and learn professional terminology.

CAMERA AND LIGHTING TECHNIQUES FOR CINEMA AND TELEVISION

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Brown, B. (2012), Cinematography: Theory and Practice. New York: Focal Press
2. 02 Malkiewicz, Kris and Mullen (2005), Cinematography: A Guide for Filmmakers and Film Teachers, New York: Simon & Schuster
3. 03 Jackman, J. (2021) Lighting for Digital Video and Television, London: Focal Press
4. 04 Thompson,R., J. Bowen,C. (2009), Grammer of the Shot, New York:Elsevier

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Define the fundamentals of lighting techniques and the advanced camera operation techniques. SOLO 2
2. L02 Use the principles of cinematographic lighting as a means of visual storytelling. SOLO 3
3. L03 Choose the proper camera and lighting equipment for desired results in terms of cinematic expression and TV program production. SOLO 3
4. L04 Explain terminology for lighting and cameras. SOLO 4
5. L05 Produce short movies or TV programs using proper camera and lighting techniques. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Students know the stages of production of radio, television and cinema productions, have the ability and competence to plan and implement work in the stages of production.
2. P02 Students know the basic working principles and operations of audiovisual production tools, have the ability to effectively use these tools in the production process of radio, television and cinema productions.
3. P03 Students have knowledge about theories in the field of radio, television and cinema.
4. P04 Students know the historical development process of radio, television and cinema in the world and in Turkey.
5. P05 Students know the legislation governing the field of radio, television and cinema, national and international professional organizations and ethical principles.
6. P06 Students know the types of programs in radio and television broadcasting.
7. P07 Students know the genres and trends of Cinema.
8. P08 Students know the methods of analyzing and evaluating messages in audio and visual environments.
9. P09 Students prepare, design and implement project proposals for radio, television and cinema projects suitable for different broadcasting environments.
10. P10 Students know the techniques of writing scripts, have the ability to write scripts and prepare a shooting script.
11. P11 Students have the ability to make sound and image editing, apply it in the fields of digital sound design, image design and visual effects use in field-specific content production.
12. P12 Students have the ability to consider, analyze and evaluate the social, economic, political, cultural, etc. effects of media content in written, audio and visual environments from a critical point of view.
13. P13 Students have the competence to design and produce programs and/or make films in the field of radio, television and cinema.
14. P14 Students are proficient in the basic principles of Image aesthetics, visual design, cinematographic language/expression and composition.
15. P15 Students have knowledge about Radio and Television management.
16. P16 Students know the standards in field-specific products.
17. P17 Students are proficient in collaborating for joint work and production in the field of radio, television and cinema.

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