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Cinematography Courses

Cinematography Courses

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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

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Camera settings and exposure

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Framing, composition and shot choice

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Lens selection and visual perspective

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Lighting techniques for mood and atmosphere

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Camera movement and blocking

Working with colour, contrast and visual style

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Planning shots for story and emotion

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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
02 Nov 2026 - 23 Nov 2026
Mon
18:30-21:30
4 weeks
Filmmaking Tutors
City Academy, Farringdon
£295.00
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
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

USEFUL INFORMATION

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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.
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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.
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Will I get to work on real projects?
Yes. You’ll complete practical exercises in class that simulate real-world filming scenarios.
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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.

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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
24 Sep 2026 - 15 Oct 2026
Thu
18:30-21:30
4 weeks
Filmmaking Tutors
City Academy, Farringdon
£295.00
02 Nov 2026 - 23 Nov 2026
Mon
18:30-21:30
4 weeks
Filmmaking Tutors
City Academy, Farringdon
£295.00
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
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
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

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
City Academy, Farringdon
Closest Station: Farringdon
Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden

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
Katiana Weems-Ado
Filmmaking Tutors
Filmmaking Tutors