EAUR E-Learning

Key topics include three-point lighting, high-key and low-key lighting, color temperature, lighting for different genres, and the use of natural and artificial light sources. The course also covers specialized lighting setups for various shooting environments, including studios, outdoor locations, and green screen productions.

Through hands-on practice, students will gain experience in operating advanced lighting equipment such as LED panels, HMIs, Fresnel lights, and modifiers like diffusers, gels, and reflectors. They will also develop problem-solving skills for managing on-set lighting challenges, exposure control, and cinematographic effects.

By the end of this module, learners will have the technical expertise and creative confidence to design and execute professional lighting setups for films, television, and digital media production.

Course code: BFS 3101

Course credit: 10

Pre-requisites: None

Academic year: 2024-2025

Lecturer: Fiston Kevin Ntwali 

By the end of this module, learners should be able to:

1. Understand advanced lighting principles and their impact on visual storytelling in film production.
2. Analyze different lighting styles and techniques, such as high-key, low-key, chiaroscuro, and motivated lighting.
3. Operate and manipulate professional lighting equipment, including Fresnel lights, HMIs, LED panels, and practical sources.
4. Apply color theory and color temperature adjustments using gels, filters, and digital tools to achieve desired moods and effects.
5. Design and execute complex lighting setups for different genres, locations, and production requirements.
6. Utilize lighting modifiers such as diffusers, reflectors, flags, and softboxes to shape and control light intensity and quality.
7. Adapt lighting techniques for different environments, including studio setups, outdoor shoots, and green screen productions.
8. Collaborate effectively with cinematographers and directors to achieve a cohesive visual style.
9. Troubleshoot common lighting challenges, such as overexposure, harsh shadows, and flickering light sources.
10. Ensure safe and efficient handling of lighting equipment, following industry standards and best practices.

This module equips learners with the technical skills and creative insights necessary to enhance cinematic visuals through professional lighting design and execution.

Upon successful completion of this module, learners will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of lighting principles and their impact on film aesthetics and storytelling.
2. Analyze and apply different lighting techniques, such as three-point lighting, high-key, low-key, and motivated lighting.
3. Operate professional lighting equipment including Fresnel lights, HMIs, LED panels, and softboxes.
4. Control light quality and intensity using modifiers like diffusers, reflectors, flags, and bounce boards.
5. Adjust color temperature and lighting tones using gels, filters, and digital color correction techniques.
6. Set up complex lighting arrangements for various shooting conditions, including indoor, outdoor, and green screen environments.
7. Solve common lighting challenges such as unwanted shadows, overexposure, and flickering.
8. Collaborate with cinematographers, directors, and other crew members to achieve a cohesive visual style.
9. Apply creative lighting techniques to enhance mood and atmosphere in different film genres.
10. Follow industry safety standards for handling and setting up lighting equipment efficiently.

By mastering these skills, learners will be prepared to design and execute professional lighting setups for film, television, and digital media production.

Students will explore key aspects of editing, including:

• In-depth structural and content editing for clarity, coherence, and logical flow.
• Advanced grammar, syntax, and punctuation refinement to ensure accuracy.
• Editing for multiple formats, including print, digital media, film, and audio.
• Multimedia and video editing techniques, including pacing, sound correction, and visual enhancements.
• Fact-checking, ethical considerations, and copyright laws in editing.

Through practical assignments, peer reviews, and real-world projects, students will develop expertise in polishing written and multimedia content to a professional standard. The course also integrates industry-standard editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Grammarly, and InDesign, ensuring students are prepared for careers in publishing, journalism, media production, and digital content creation.

By the end of this module, students will have the ability to critically analyze content, enhance its impact, and produce high-quality, publication-ready materials for diverse media formats.

• Mastery of Advanced Editing Techniques:

  • Demonstrate the ability to apply advanced editing skills in text, audio, video, and other media, refining content for clarity, accuracy, and engagement.

• Understanding of Editing Software:

  • Gain proficiency in industry-standard editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools, Avid Media Composer, or editing tools for text like Microsoft Word, Adobe InDesign).

• Develop Proficiency in Editing Techniques:

  • To equip students with advanced editing skills across multiple media formats, including text, audio, and video, enabling them to create polished, professional-quality content.

• Master Industry-Standard Editing Tools:

  • To familiarize students with a wide range of advanced editing software tools and platforms (such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Avid, Pro Tools, Adobe Photoshop, and InDesign) to enhance their technical proficiency.

Students will learn about the science of sound, signal flow, and the creative process behind crafting high-quality audio for various media formats, including music production, film, television, and gaming. The course emphasizes practical hands-on experience in studio setups, microphone techniques, sound effects creation, and post-production editing.

By the end of this course, students will have a strong foundation in both the technical and artistic aspects of digital audio production, preparing them for careers in music production, film sound design, and multimedia content creation.

• Technical Proficiency in Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs):

  • Students will demonstrate proficiency in using various DAWs (e.g., Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live) for recording, editing, and mixing audio.

• Understanding Sound Theory and Acoustics:

  • Students will explain the fundamental principles of sound, including acoustics, waveforms, frequency, amplitude, and how they relate to studio recording and sound design.

• Recording Techniques:

  • Students will apply professional microphone placement, signal routing, and recording techniques for various types of audio (voice, instruments, and ambient sounds) in a studio setting.

• Master Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs):

  • Enable students to become proficient in using a variety of DAWs for recording, editing, and mixing audio, including advanced techniques such as automation, time-stretching, and pitch correction.

• Develop Practical Sound Design Skills:

  • Teach students how to create and manipulate original sounds using digital synthesis, sampling, and effects processing, fostering creativity in the design of soundscapes for different media applications.

• Equip Students with Studio Recording Techniques:

  • Provide students with the knowledge and hands-on experience required to set up and operate a professional recording studio, including microphone placement, signal flow, and effective recording practices.