Sierra Learning Academy

Digital Filmmaking

Master camera techniques and professional editing workflows to tell compelling visual stories.

DURATION
3 Months
DURATION
3 Months

Cinematography

Cinematography

Camera Operation

Camera Operation

Video Editing

Video Editing

Color Grading

Color Grading

Screenwriting

Screenwriting

Direction

Direction

Lighting

Lighting

Foundation

Advanced

This course helps learners explore the art of visual storytelling. The foundation module (1 month) introduces camera basics, framing, lighting, and editing workflows using tools like Davinci Resolve.

Foundation

Advanced

This course helps learners explore the art of visual storytelling. The foundation module (1 month) introduces camera basics, framing, lighting, and editing workflows using tools like Davinci Resolve.

Foundation

Advanced

This course helps learners explore the art of visual storytelling. The foundation module (1 month) introduces camera basics, framing, lighting, and editing workflows using tools like Davinci Resolve.

COURSE OVERVIEW
COURSE OVERVIEW
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man in white polo shirt standing in front of black video camera
man in white polo shirt standing in front of black video camera

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About the Course

Course Overview

A complete, industry-grade filmmaking program designed to train learners in every stage of film and video production. The curriculum is built on hands-on learning, real shooting environments, studio exercises, and professional post-production workflows used in films, ads, and digital content.

About the Course

This filmmaking program covers end-to-end production capability:

• Cinematography fundamentals: framing, composition, shot types, movement 

• Camera mastery: exposure, shutter, ISO, white balance, codecs, RAW/LOG 

• Lighting for films: 1-point, 2-point, 3-point, genre-based lighting setups 

• Scriptwriting and story structure: plot, character, conflict, screenplay formats 

• Directing actors, blocking scenes, and managing crew communication 

• Audio recording basics: mic types, boom operation, clean dialogue capture 

• Editing workflows in Adobe Premiere Pro & DaVinci Resolve 

• Color grading: primary correction, looks, LUTs, skin tone workflow 

• Production planning: shot lists, call sheets, budgeting, scheduling 

• Real film shoots: short films, ads, social content, cinematic sequences 

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flat screen TV
flat screen TV
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black folding chair on canvas
black folding chair on canvas
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a computer screen showing a man sitting in a chair
a computer screen showing a man sitting in a chair
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man in white dress shirt sitting in front of computer
man in white dress shirt sitting in front of computer
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A man holding a camera up to his face
A man holding a camera up to his face

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will:

• Shoot cinematic footage using DSLR/Mirrorless cameras 

• Edit videos professionally and build compelling visual stories 

• Color grade using industry tools like DaVinci Resolve 

• Write and direct short films with complete production planning 

• Build a portfolio of films, ads, and cinematic scenes 

• Qualify for roles such as: 

  – Cinematographer 

  – Video Editor 

  – Assistant Director 

  – Colorist 

  – Digital Filmmaking Artist 

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black digital camera capturing yellow flower
black digital camera capturing yellow flower

What Our Students Say

Questions You Might Have

Do I need a camera?

Not mandatory — Sierra provides equipment for training and project shoots.

Is certification included?

How are practical shoots handled?

What about fees?

Do I need a camera?

Not mandatory — Sierra provides equipment for training and project shoots.

Is certification included?

How are practical shoots handled?

What about fees?

Do I need a camera?

Not mandatory — Sierra provides equipment for training and project shoots.

Is certification included?

How are practical shoots handled?

What about fees?

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Sierra is an acknowledged establishment noted for crafting outstanding, stimulating courses meant to impart hands-on expertise.

Address

Vishwas Sagar, Yeyyadi Rd, Kadri Hills, Kadri, Mangaluru, Karnataka

575008.

Sierra learning academy logo

Sierra is an acknowledged establishment noted for crafting outstanding, stimulating courses meant to impart hands-on expertise.

Address

Vishwas Sagar, Yeyyadi Rd, Kadri Hills, Kadri, Mangaluru, Karnataka

575008.

Sierra learning academy logo

Sierra is an acknowledged establishment noted for crafting outstanding, stimulating courses meant to impart hands-on expertise.

Address

Vishwas Sagar, Yeyyadi Rd, Kadri Hills, Kadri, Mangaluru, Karnataka

575008.

Sierra learning academy logo

Sierra is an acknowledged establishment noted for crafting outstanding, stimulating courses meant to impart hands-on expertise.

Address

Vishwas Sagar, Yeyyadi Rd, Kadri Hills, Kadri, Mangaluru, Karnataka

575008.