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Camera Technician Course

What will I learn?

Master the ins and outs of cinema camera technology with our Camera Technician Course. Get stuck in with essential skills like equipment maintenance, understanding different camera types, and how to use lenses properly. Learn how to set up for good lighting, work well with the lighting crew, and sort out any problems on set. Get to grips with the features of different camera models and improve your skills for handling tricky scenes. This course is short, sweet, and packed with practical stuff for cinema pros who want to up their game.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Customize your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet connection required

Develop skills

Enhance the growth of the practical skills listed below

Master camera maintenance so your equipment works properly and lasts longer.

Understand all sorts of cinema cameras and what makes them special.

Set up cameras for the best lighting and depth of field.

Work hand-in-hand with the lighting crew to make sure everything runs smoothly.

Sort out any filming problems on set so the production goes off without a hitch.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can modify the chapters and the workload.

  • Select which chapter to commence with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can include

You’ll be able to generate additional chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course focused on personal and professional growth. It does not equate to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate qualification, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.