Week 5 – Introduction to Video
Learn the fundamentals of video
This lesson teaches you to understand frame rates, shutter speed, exposure, basic lighting, audio, and file formats - so you can start filming with confidence.
What You’ll Learn This Week
Lesson 5 – Introduction to Video
This lesson is your starting point for shooting video. We’ll cover the most important differences between photo and video, the camera settings that matter most, and the basics of composition, lighting, and audio - so you can shoot clean, consistent footage.
By the end of this lesson, you will understand:
The key differences between photography vs. video
Frame rates (24 / 30 / 60+) and when to use each
The basic shutter speed rule for natural-looking motion
How ISO and aperture affect video exposure and depth of field
Why white balance consistency matters (and when to avoid Auto WB)
Basic composition and simple camera movement types
Continuous lighting basics for video (vs. strobes)
Audio fundamentals and microphone options
Common resolutions (1080p vs 4K) and file formats (MP4 / MOV / ProRes)
Lesson 5 Downloads
These are the digital versions of the handouts you’ll receive in class. Download and save these to your computer for easy reference.
If you misplace your printed handout, this is your backup copy.
🎥 Lesson 5 Video
This is your Lesson 5 video walkthrough. Watch this before class to prepare, or revisit it afterward to reinforce what we covered in the studio.
Take notes as you watch. Don’t worry about mastering everything at once - we’ll build this skill together through hands-on practice.
Week 5 Assignment
This assignment helps you get comfortable shooting short video clips with the correct settings, clean exposure, and consistent color — plus a simple audio test. Keep it basic and focus on consistency.
Your goals this week are to:
Set your camera to 24fps or 30fps and choose the correct shutter speed
Lock in a consistent exposure using aperture + ISO
Set white balance manually (no auto shifts)
Record 5 short clips (5–10 seconds each) using steady framing
Practice simple composition: wide, medium, and close-up shots
Do a quick audio test using an external mic (if available)
Export your clips and keep them organized in one folder
When your assignment file is added here, you’ll also find:
Full instructions
What to submit
How to export your files (if needed)
✅ Download the assignment below once it’s available.
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