May 6th
2:30–4:30pm EDT
Learn the art of film production and gain hands-on experience in directing, cinematography, and editing in the vibrant city of Chicago. Take classes in scriptwriting, production design, and sound mixing to develop the skills necessary to create compelling films.
Unfortunately, no classes in-person in Chicago have spots left, but 1 class live online is available.
DCTV @ Virtual Classroom
Discover the key strategies and insights to navigate the competitive film festival circuit and maximize the potential of your film. Uncover the secrets to researching festivals, crafting successful applications, and making the most of each festival experience in this industry-focused course at DCTV.
May 6th
2:30–4:30pm EDT
Jul 8th
2:30–4:30pm EDT
This one-day, intensive workshop is designed to teach attendees the basics of the Nokia OZO, including media, workflows and best practices. This hands-on workshop will cover everything from unpacking OZO from the box, building and cabling, instructions on setting up the Creator software, and the basic workflow. Attendees will then pack up the OZO and practice building it out themselves. The workshop will conclude with shooting practice footage and...
AbelCine Training @ 4245 North Knox Avenue, Illinois City, IL
This one-day, intensive workshop is designed to teach attendees the basics of the Nokia OZO, including media, workflows and best practices. This hands-on workshop will cover everything from unpacking OZO from the box, building and cabling, instructions on setting up the Creator software, and the basic workflow. Attendees will then pack up the OZO and practice building it out themselves. The workshop will conclude with shooting practice footage...
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AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
This in-depth, hands-on workshop teaches participants the skills need to operate ARRI ALEXA cameras, including XT & Mini models. Designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field, the course gives detailed instruction on camera set up, operation and workflows. By the end of the two-days, attendees will have gained comprehensive knowledge of the ALEXA and the confidence to operate the camera in a variety...
AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
This in-depth, hands-on workshop teaches participants the skills needed to operate the ARRI AMIRA camera. Designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field, the course gives detailed instructions on camera set up, operation and workflows. By the end of the two-days, attendees will have gained comprehensive knowledge of the AMIRA and the confidence to operate the camera in a variety of production scenarios. In...
Do you want to expand your knowledge of working on set to successfully handle larger, more professional productions with bigger camera setups? Do you want to learn all the technical terms and on-set roles? If so, we have you covered with our immersive, two-day AC Academy. Not only will you learn about the on-set roles and responsibilities, but you will get to perform them in groups in real-world production scenarios. You'll learn everything from...
AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
Steadicam® is now a commonly used tool within the film and television industry, however it requires training and practice in order to produce good results. More than just a stabilizer, as a shooting system it is able to provide an individual style to the production often greatly desired by producers and directors. Additionally, complex moving scenes can not only be quicker to shoot, but also more dramatic by adding pace and dimension to the...
AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
This one-day course is an intensive, hands-on class designed to train a technically oriented Filmmaker, Digital Imaging Technician or Camera Assistant to the level of operating a Phantom Flex4K in the field as a Phantom Technician. Upon course completion, you will be added to AbelCine’s online Phantom Tech List. Who Should Attend: DPs DITs ACs Topics include: Morning Part 1: Introduction to Phantom High-Speed Camera...
AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
This Masterclass-level course is designed for discerning freelance or staff colorists working on commercials inside high-end facilities, as well as digital content filmmakers looking to elevate their skills to another level. Participants will work on a commercial from preparation for grading, through to the final deliverables for multiple platforms: TV, online, outdoors and in-store. We will focus on a very important aspect of beauty treatments...
AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
You'll learn the technical aspects as well as the craft and philosophy behind the MōVI system. This two-day course is an intensive, hands-on class designed to fully immerse an experienced camera operator in all of the knowledge necessary to use the Freefly MōVI. Topics: Day 1 – Introduction 1) The concepts behind the MōVI 2) Sample footage 3) How the MōVI differs from other stabilization systems 4) Product Tour ...
AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
Resolve Color Grading for Feature Films Masterclass with the ICA This Masterclass-level course is designed for discerning freelance or staff colorists working on Feature Films or TV Dramas as well as boutique grading facility owners and operators. This class has been created with the focus on an Independent Feature Film Post Production and how to succeed in the industry that demands better image quality at faster turnaround times than ever before....
AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
Our exclusive ARRI ALEXA Mini Bootcamp is a practical workshop focused on real-world applications of the camera. It is designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field. You will be fully immersed in the ALEXA ecosystem, including wireless lens control and Master Grips. Exercises include setting up the camera for a variety of production scenarios and, of course, practice shooting. By the end of the workshop,...
AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
Offering a fully immersive training environment, REDucation provides the on-set and post-production experience needed to feel confident when shooting with any of RED's professional cameras. This is real-world training taught by industry professionals. REDucation is tailored for all skill levels, from students to working professionals. REDucation instructors teach application knowledge of RED's entire RAW workflow process, from digital acquisition...
This in-depth, hands-on workshop teaches participants the skills needed to operate the Canon C300 Mark II / C500 cameras. Designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field, the course gives detailed instruction on camera set up, operation and workflows. By the end of the two-days, attendees will have gained comprehensive knowledge of the C300 / C500 and the confidence to operate the camera in a variety of production...
This in-depth, hands-on workshop teaches participants the skills needed to operate the Sony FS7 camera. Designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field, the course gives detailed instruction on camera set up, operation and workflows. By the end of the two-days, attendees will have gained comprehensive knowledge of the FS7 and the confidence to operate the camera in a variety of production scenarios. In this...
This in-depth, hands-on workshop teaches participants the skills need to operate the Canon C300 Mark II camera. Designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field, the course gives detailed instruction on camera set up, operation and workflows. By the end of the two-days, attendees will have gained comprehensive knowledge of the C300 and the confidence to operate the camera in a variety of production scenarios....
AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
Lighting Techniques on a Budget: A Small to No Crew Production Workshop This hands-on lighting workshop will teach you how to choose the right lighting equipment for your projects and your budget (for small to no crew productions). You will get to see and use a variety of lighting gear, from low to high-end lighting equipment and accessories in a real-world production environment. Your instructor, Jem Schofield of theC47, will take attendees...
AbelCine Training @ 2602 W 16th St , Chicago, IL
This in-depth, hands-on workshop teaches participants the skills need to operate the Canon C300 Mark II / cameras. Designed for working professionals, as well as those who are looking to enter the field, the course gives detailed instruction on camera set up, operation and workflows. By the end of the two-days, attendees will have gained comprehensive knowledge of the C300 and the confidence to operate the camera in a variety of production scenarios....
With more and more cameras now shooting with extended dynamic ranges that exceed the recording capabilities of conventional gamma curves the use of log gamma is becoming common place even in low cost cameras. Cameras such as Sony new PXW-FS5, FS7, A7RII and even the modest RX100II all now have the ability to record S-Log2 or S-Log3 images. For many people though log is an entirely new concept and to get the very best from log recording you need to...
The Sony FS5 Intensive is a one-day workshop that teaches the operation of this camera, including how to acquire images in all of its recording formats. Particular attention will be paid to production and post-production workflows using Log. Attributes of picture profiles will be discussed, as will the ability to capture raw images, which is coming in a future firmware update. Lens options, signal output, and internal and external recording will...
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