California College of Arts
Cinematic Storytelling
This course is an introduction to the methods of cinematic storytelling.| Length | Over 6 months |
| Effort | 10 hours per session |
| Price | Free |
| Subject | Design, Computer Science |
| Level | Beginner |
| Languages | English |
| Video Transcripts | English |
This course is an introduction to the methods of cinematic storytelling, with an emphasis on visual grammar and techniques, taught by CCA Instructor and seasoned veteran of Lucasfilm and Pixar, Craig Good. Students will learn story structure, and how to develop written or spoken ideas into a clear dramatic narrative arc, and how to edit and juxtapose images to create a clear and emotionally engaging result for live action film and animation. They will also learn how collaboration and the ability to show work in progress, giving and getting notes from peers, makes everybody’s work better.
What you'll learn
You will learn:
Cinematic grammar
Staging and camera
Editorial flow
Course syllabus
Session 1: We Are Story
Session 2: The Elements Of Visual Storytelling
Session 3: Perspective-Based Composition
Session 4: Staging For Clarity, Lighting For Effect
Session 5: Editing: When Movies Get Made
Meet the instructors
Craig Good
Christian Roman