Module #1 Introduction to Lighting Design Overview of the importance of lighting in film and television, and the role of the lighting designer.
Module #2 The Fundamentals of Light Understanding the properties of light, including color temperature, intensity, and direction.
Module #3 Lighting for Mood and Atmosphere How to use lighting to create mood, atmosphere, and emotion in a scene.
Module #4 Understanding Script Analysis How to analyze a script to identify key elements that inform lighting design decisions.
Module #5 Collaboration and Communication The importance of collaboration with the director, cinematographer, and other crew members.
Module #6 Lighting for Camera and Format How to design lighting for different camera formats, including film, digital, and HDR.
Module #7 Lighting for Day and Night Exteriors Challenges and strategies for lighting exterior scenes during the day and night.
Module #8 Lighting for Interiors Designing lighting for interior scenes, including practical lights, motivated lighting, and ambiance.
Module #9 Lighting for Specialized Scenes Lighting for specific situations, such as candlelight, firelight, and nighttime driving scenes.
Module #10 Electrical Safety and Rigging Safety protocols and best practices for working with electrical lighting equipment and rigging.
Module #11 Lighting for Special Effects Designing lighting to enhance special effects, including pyrotechnics, smoke, and haze.
Module #12 Lighting for High-Speed and Slow-Motion Challenges and strategies for lighting high-speed and slow-motion scenes.
Module #13 Color and Contrast Using color and contrast to create visual interest and draw attention in a scene.
Module #14 Lighting for Performance Designing lighting to enhance actor performance, including facial lighting and eye lights.
Module #15 Lighting for Virtual Production Challenges and opportunities of lighting for virtual production, including LED volumes and green screen.
Module #16 Budgeting and Scheduling How to plan and budget for lighting in pre-production, and schedule lighting setup and strike.
Module #17 Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting Strategies for overcoming common lighting challenges and troubleshooting on set.
Module #18 Case Studies and Examples Real-world examples and case studies of effective lighting design in film and television.
Module #19 Advanced Lighting Techniques Exploring advanced lighting techniques, including complex rigging, motion control, and projection mapping.
Module #20 Lighting for Different Genres Designing lighting for specific genres, including horror, sci-fi, and comedy.
Module #21 Lighting for Period and Fantasy Challenges and opportunities of lighting for period and fantasy productions.
Module #22 Lighting for Documentary and Reality TV Designing lighting for documentary and reality TV productions, including portability and flexibility.
Module #23 Lighting for Live Events and Broadcasting Challenges and opportunities of lighting for live events, concerts, and broadcasting.
Module #24 Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Lighting Strategies for reducing the environmental impact of lighting in film and television production.
Module #25 Emerging Trends and Technologies Exploring new and emerging trends and technologies in lighting design for film and television.
Module #26 Portfolio Building and Career Development Building a portfolio and developing a career as a lighting designer in film and television.
Module #27 Industry Standards and Best Practices Overview of industry standards and best practices in lighting design for film and television.
Module #28 Lighting Design Software and Tools Overview of software and tools used in lighting design, including lighting plans and 3D visualization.
Module #29 Collaboration with Other Departments Working with other departments, including camera, grip, and art, to achieve a cohesive vision.
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Lighting Design for Film and Television career
