Grip/Gaffing and Camera Support

Catalog description

This course explores and provides hands- on experience in the craft of field lighting. Students will focus on the principles, best practices and equipment used for successfully lighting non-studio field environments for either broadcast or digital video delivery. This includes understanding, choosing and operating portable field lighting kits, becoming familiar with grip and gaffer roles on a set and with field camera support tools, as well as learning how to troubleshoot/ optimize lighting in unpredictable environments. Students will practice lighting in a variety of situations, producing projects and participating in field shoots designed to showcase solid, purposeful lighting. Prerequisite(s): Complete TV-105. Completion of or currently enrolled in TV-142.