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Professional Video Camera Operations BCST 1260

Broadcast Communications Course

International Fees

International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Course details

Film captures the attention of audiences and brings stories to life. Having a solid foundation in camera skills is essential in this modern media age. This course is designed for students interested in the basics of video and film camera operation; Students will explore professional camera set up, lighting, sound recording and editing of scenes. The art of sequencing your shots to tell a story both technically and aesthetically is also introduced. The hands-on approach enables students to gain experience and confidence using a professional video camera to shoot popular scenes used in news, corporate, online and film production.

Prerequisite(s)

  • No prerequisites are required for this course.

Credits

3.0

Domestic fees

$596.11

Course offerings

Spring/Summer 2024

Below is one offering of BCST 1260 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.

CRN 62802

Duration

Sun Apr 21 - Sun Jun 16 (8 weeks)

  • 8 weeks
  • CRN 62802
  • Domestic fees $596.11
    International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Apr 21 - May 05 Sun 11:00 - 16:00 Burnaby SE10 Rm. 161
May 12 Sun 11:00 - 16:00 Burnaby SE10 Rm. 162
May 19 - Jun 16 Sun 11:00 - 16:00 Burnaby SE10 Rm. 161
Instructor

Ani Asfura

Course outline

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Domestic fees

$596.11

Important information
  1. Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
  2. International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
  3. This course will be delivered synchronously in person, requiring your attendance and participation in scheduled classes held at Burnaby campus SE10 161 on the days and times noted on the course web page. There will be no class on Sun. May 19.
Status

In Progress

This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the proper procedures for setting up a camera.
  • Shoot a scene using correct white balance and differentiate colour balances.
  • Choose (and execute) the proper exposure of the camera given the lighting for a specific shot or sequence.
  • Explain how to professionally sequence a scene.
  • Use a microphone to capture professional quality audio.
  • Use a professional video camera to shoot a professional scene.
  • Compare and contrast different video camera types, and select the appropriate video camera given a specific scenario.
  • Properly set up a time code in a camera for the appropriate shooting scenario.

Effective as of Winter 2014

Related Programs

Professional Video Camera Operations (BCST 1260) is offered as a part of the following programs:

  • Indicates programs accepting international students.
  • Indicates programs with a co-op option.

School of Business + Media

  1. Broadcast and Digital Journalism
    Associate Certificate Part-time
  2. Video Production and Editing
    Associate Certificate Part-time

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