Course catalog

360 Video Workflow

360° video is the next step in video production. Director and filmmaker Mark W. Gray introduces the process for shooting, editing, and sharing 360° video.

Artists and Their Work: Conversations about Mograph VFX and Digital Art

Rob Garrott interviews storyboard artists, animators, VFX artists, and other film-industry pros in this series of creative conversations.

Camera Movement for Video Productions

Learn how to increase the production value and emotional depth of your shots with camera movement.

Cinematic Composition for Video Productions

Eduardo Angel breaks down effective cinematic composition, showing how to achieve different compositional effects using a variety of techniques.

Corporate and Documentary Video Lighting

Production veteran and instructor Eduardo Angel introduces important techniques to create compelling lighting for sales, promotional, and corporate videos.

Creating a Short Film: 01 Producing

In this installment of the Creating a Short Film series, learn about the role of the producer: getting financing, dealing with legal issues, and increasing production value.

Creating a Short Film: 02 Writing

Learn about writing a great script including storytelling, working with screenwriting software, and revising scripts. Discover filmmaking tips for anyone who wants to make a short.

Creating a Short Film: 03 Pre-Production

Learn about pre-production. Find out how to prep your shot list, create a shooting schedule and budget, scout locations, and get props and costumes ready for action.

Creating a Short Film: 04 Working with Actors

Learn how to direct actors and get the best performances for your short film.

Creating a Short Film: 05 Directing

Learn about being a great film director, from directing actors and crew to planning and capturing great shots. Get tips to become a better director, storyteller, and communicator.

Creating a Short Film: 06 Working on Set

Get an insider's perspective on the movie-making process. Learn about the roles different crew members play on set, and how to deal with delays, continuity issues, props, and more.

Creating a Short Film: 07 Cinematography

Learn how to use lights and your camera to enhance a story. Explore the fundamentals of cinematography, including how to adjust exposure, frame a shot, and light your actors.

Creating a Short Film: 08 Editing

In this installment of the Creating a Short Film series, learn how to enhance and punch up your story using key editing techniques.

Creating a Short Film: 09 VFX Environments

Learn how to create compelling visual effects for your short film. Get insider tips on how to make CG scenery, add or remove objects from shots, and more.

Creating a Short Film: 10 VFX Effects

Get real-world insights into creating visual effects for short films. Learn how to use common VFX tools to create cool, otherworldly effects like magic particles and explosions.