MASTERCLASSES

This section is dedicated to in-depth, face-to-face masterclasses led by highly established cinematographers and professional crew members working at the top level of the industry.

The aim is to uphold and pass on professional standards through intensive, hands-on courses — taught from the top down, using real-world workflows, protocols and the full range of industry resources available to us. These masterclasses are designed to go beyond theory, focusing on practical knowledge that directly translates to set experience.

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This masterclass is ideal for:

  • New graduates from film schools

  • Beginners who want to seriously enter the camera department

  • Those aiming to become 3rd AC or 2nd AC

  • Filmmakers who want a deep understanding of professional camera systems

  • Anyone who feels they “know cameras” but not set protocols

No prior professional set experience required.

CAMERA SYSTEMS MASTERCLASS

MASTER THE CAMERA

This masterclass is designed to give participants real, on-set camera knowledge — not theory, not YouTube tips, but the practical skills, terminology, and protocols expected on professional film and commercial sets.

Participants will leave with the confidence and technical understanding to be considered for camera assisting work on real productions.

What will I learn?

    • Camera department structure & hierarchy

    • Roles and responsibilities:

      • DOP

      • Operator

      • 1st AC

      • 2nd AC

      • 3rd AC

    • On-set etiquette, communication & protocols

    • What is expected of you on day one on a professional set

    • What to do — and what NOT to do

  • Hands-on training with industry-standard cinema cameras, such as:

    • ARRI Mini LF

    • Sony VENICE

    You will learn:

    • Camera bodies & internal systems

    • Sensor formats & recording modes

    • Media types, data management basics

    • Power systems (batteries, distribution, safety)

    • Menu structures & practical setup

    • Cinema lenses vs photo lenses

    • Prime vs zoom lenses

    • PL / EF / LPL mounts

    • Changing lenses safely on set

    • Cleaning lenses properly (what damages glass & coatings)

    • Filters, matte boxes & tray systems

    • Understanding lens metadata & markingsWe combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.

    • Tripods, fluid heads, hi-hats, sliders

    • Shoulder rigs & handheld builds

    • Cage systems & mounting solutions

    • Balancing the camera correctly

    • Building a camera from scratch

    • Wireless follow focus systems

    • Focus motors, hand units & calibration

    • Basic focus-pulling principles

    • Monitoring setups for:

      • DOP

      • Director

      • Focus puller

      • Video village

    • Video signal paths

    • Wireless video systems

    • Setting up the Director’s Viewfinder

    • SDI routing basics

    • Timecode & sync fundamentals

    • Understanding LUTs (at a practical level)

  • This is where it becomes very valuable.

    Participants will:

    • Work in realistic set conditions

    • Respond to camera notes

    • Practice lens swaps under time pressure

    • Build & break down camera setups

    • Work as a camera team

    • Experience real set pace & expectations

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