Introduction to Digital Video

Introduction to Digital Video

(SCQF level 4)

Evening, Television, Radio and Broadcasting

Course Options
25th Nov 2026 - 24th Feb 2027
Mode of study: Evening
Duration: 10 Weeks
Day(s): Wednesday
Time: 18:00,21:00
Location: City Campus
10th Mar 2027 - 26th May 2027
Mode of study: Evening
Duration: 10 Weeks
Day(s): Wednesday
Time: 18:00,21:00
Location: City Campus

Overview

This is a practical ten-week course in which you will learn to operate a professional video camera. We will take you through the basics of video production, including pre-production, production and post-production processes.  Pre-production will include camera setup, focus, shot composition and white balance; production will concentrate on location filming and post-production will look at editing and effects.

On completion of this course, you will have your own showreel, which you can use when applying for an advanced full-time course.

What you study

You'll study:

  • Film fundamentals like white balance, aperture and depth of field.
  • Creating shots.
  • Building scenes.
  • Editing your footage using Adobe Premiere Pro.
  • Planning, storyboarding and shooting a short film.

Materials

All equipment, hardware and software are provided. We will be using the Adobe Premier Pro editing package from Adobe Creative Suite.