Intro to Digital Video Production

What does filmmaking entail? This comprehensive course by director, cinematographer, and visual effects artist Tom Antos offers hope and detailed guidelines for independent filmmakers on tight budget. You’ll learn videography basics like the rule of thirds and depth of field, what type of lighting to use and when, and how to make a DIY dolly or car mount for filming. You won’t even need elaborate costumes or backgrounds because you’ll learn how to shoot with blue and green screens.

Learn how to fly the the DJI Phantom 3 Professional drone and film great aerial videos and photos! This course covers safety guidelines, flight drills, and tips for filming and editing quality video.

In this course, explore the essentials of DSLR videography to get going as a filmmaker. Learn how to choose the right camera, use quality external audio equipment, extend your battery life, and more!

This cinematography course for beginners covers how to shoot beautiful videos with any camera! Learn to feel confident shooting, whether you're working on a documentary, narrative, or a wedding video.

Improve your visual storytelling skills with this introductory digital cinematography course. Learn about camera angles, focus, depth of field, color grading, filmmaking terms that pros use, and more!

Want to produce a professional-looking music video with multiple cameras? This course from award-winning filmmaker and digital strategy consultant Jesse Borkowski shows how to edit a multicam video.

Master the art of video editing with this beginner-friendly course on using Final Cut Pro X. Learn how to perform basic functions in the software, and get key tips for speeding up the editing process.

In this course for iMovie novices, discover everything you need to know for working with video, including organizing clips, editing video, adding sound effects, and exporting the final product!

Start editing video professionally with Adobe Premiere Pro! In this course for beginner video editors learn with the software used by professionals worldwide for every type of film production project.

What does it take to make animated text—otherwise known as kinetic typography—for projects like music videos or title text for film? Discover in this kinetic typography course covering the basics!

In this beginner-level photography course by professional photographer Ken Schultz, discover key digital photography techniques! By the end of this course, you will get the perfect shot every time.

Famous composers aren’t the only ones who need to practice composition. This course from AMPA photographer Bernie Raffe covers photography composition rules, such as the rule of thirds and finding frames within frames. You’ll also learn subtle tricks that can make or break a photo, like how to deal with cluttered backgrounds and find repeating patterns. Finally, apply your newfound skills to commonly photographed scenes, like natural landscapes and firework displays.

Learn how to take awesome photos with your iPhone! In this fun course exploring the iPhone camera app, discover its built-in accessories, explore third party apps, and snap better selfies to share.

Switching your camera from automatic to manual will help you take control of your photography. In this brief photo course, review shutter speed, ISO, aperture, depth of field, lighting, and more.

Excited to teach your kids photography? In this photography course for kids, they'll learn the basics of using a camera and taking photos, and then try out their skills on various fun photo projects.