Cinematography and Sound

2 credits · Graduate

This hands-on course is designed for second-year documentary students who wish to sharpen their camera and audio skills in preparation for thesis production. Students deepen their understanding of lighting, cinematography, sound recording, and scene construction through in-class demonstrations, guest cinematographer sessions, shooting exercises, and critiques. The course prioritizes aesthetic intention alongside technical fluency, encouraging students to experiment, take creative risks, and refine a cinematic approach tailored to their thesis films.