Home›Film School›Filmmaking›Cinematography Courses Cinematography Courses BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Our Cinematography Course is a practical introduction to creating strong, cinematic images for film. Designed for beginners and developing filmmakers, this course helps you understand how camera, lighting, composition and movement shape the story on screen. Working with an experienced filmmaker, you will explore the creative and technical choices behind visual storytelling, developing the confidence to plan, shoot and evaluate your own scenes. What you will learn 🎥 Camera settings and exposure 🔎 Framing, composition and shot choice 👁️ Lens selection and visual perspective 💡 Lighting techniques for mood and atmosphere 📷 Camera movement and blocking ✓ Working with colour, contrast and visual style 📁 Planning shots for story and emotion 🔎 Reviewing footage and developing your visual eye Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 24 Sep 2026 - 15 Oct 2026 Thu 18:30-21:30 4 weeks Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £295.00 Book Now 02 Nov 2026 - 23 Nov 2026 Mon 18:30-21:30 4 weeks Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £295.00 Book Now 24 Sep 24 Sep 2026 - 15 Oct 2026 £295.00 Day:Thu Time:18:30-21:30 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 02 Nov 02 Nov 2026 - 23 Nov 2026 £295.00 Day:Mon Time:18:30-21:30 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close USEFUL INFORMATION 1 Do I need any prior experience? No. This course is designed for beginners, though those with some filming experience will benefit from refining their skills. 2 Do I need to own a camera? No. Professional DSLR cameras, Blackmagic 4K & 6K cinema cameras, and all necessary lenses and equipment will be provided. 3 Will I get to work on real projects? Yes. You’ll complete practical exercises in class that simulate real-world filming scenarios. 4 What kind of lighting will I learn to use? You’ll cover high key, low key, and modulated lighting setups to suit different moods and genres. Want to learn more? Many of our filmmaking students go on to explore related creative pathways. If you are looking to improve editing skills, storytelling, or improve your foundational skills these courses build on your training and open up new possibilities for your projects. Filmmaking Foundation Film Editing with Adobe Premiere Courses Short Film Course BACK TO ALL FLIMMAKING COURSES Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Katiana Weems-AdoFilmmaking Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 18 Jun 2026 - 09 Jul 2026 Thu 18:30-21:30 4 weeks Katiana Weems-Ado City Academy, Farringdon £295.00 Book Now 24 Sep 2026 - 15 Oct 2026 Thu 18:30-21:30 4 weeks Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £295.00 Book Now 02 Nov 2026 - 23 Nov 2026 Mon 18:30-21:30 4 weeks Filmmaking Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £295.00 Book Now 18 Jun 18 Jun 2026 - 09 Jul 2026 £295.00 Day:Thu Time:18:30-21:30 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Katiana Weems-Ado Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 24 Sep 24 Sep 2026 - 15 Oct 2026 £295.00 Day:Thu Time:18:30-21:30 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 02 Nov 02 Nov 2026 - 23 Nov 2026 £295.00 Day:Mon Time:18:30-21:30 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Filmmaking Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Cinematography Courses' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Number * PAYMENT OPTIONS You are welcome to join the course up to the second class. ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course. Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833 . CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG. If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course. INDUSTRY TUTORS City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance. CANCELLATIONS POLICY We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking. We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend. (For more information please see our terms and conditions) City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class. Katiana Weems-Ado View Profile Filmmaking Tutors View Profile
