Cinematography Workshop
Master the Art of Cinematography
From camera fundamentals to lighting techniques, learn how to create visuals that elevate every commercial and creative project.
Course Overview
Why Take This Workshop?
This course focuses on the essential skills needed to plan, shoot, and deliver professional-quality visuals for commercials, branded content, and digital media.
Duration
4 Weeks
Sessions
4
Shooting Days
Starting from week 7
During the Workshop, You will learn
- Understand the role of a cinematographer in production.
- Create stronger compositions and visual storytelling.
- Use different camera angles and movements effectively.
- Work with natural and artificial lighting.
- Understand lenses and focal lengths.
- Control camera exposure and image quality.
- Plan cinematic shots before filming.
- Work efficiently with directors and production teams.
- Develop your own visual style.
Course Curriculum
Learning Roadmap
Each lecture builds on the previous one, combining technical knowledge with practical application.
1) Cinematography Fundamentals
- Introduction to Cinematography
- Camera Types & Essential Equipment
- Composition & Framing Techniques
- Camera Angles and Shot Sizes
2) Camera & Lighting Techniques
- Camera Settings (ISO, Aperture & Shutter Speed)
- Exposure and Image Control
- Understanding Lenses & Focal Lengths
- Natural vs. Artificial Lighting
- Basic Lighting Setups for Commercials
3) Camera Movement & Production Workflow
- Camera Movement Techniques
- Working with Gimbals, Sliders & Tripods
- Planning Shots with Storyboards & Shot Lists
- Working with Directors and Crew
- Shooting Efficiently on Set
4) Commercial Cinematography Project
- Planning a Commercial Shoot
- Lighting and Filming Practical Scenes
- Creating Cinematic Product Shots
- Reviewing and Improving Your Footage
Mai Barakat
Director of Photography | Visual Storyteller
Mai Barakat is a Director of Photography with years of experience in TV series, feature films, and commercial productions across Egypt and the Middle East. A graduate of the Higher Institute of Cinema, she believes cinematography is about telling stories through light, composition, and emotion. In this workshop, she shares the practical skills and creative mindset needed to become a confident cinematographer.
You’ll learn visual storytelling, lighting, camera movement, script analysis, and how to lead a film set with confidence while creating images that leave a lasting impact.
Course Overview
Exclusive Participant Benefits
MT Membership Card
10% discount on all MT Media Hub services
Priority Access to Future Workshops & Opportunities
Networking with Industry Professionals
Opportunity for outstanding participants to be considered for future MT Media Hub projects
Investment & Commitment
Take the Next Step in Your Creative Career
Seats are limited to maintain production-level mentoring quality. Full commitment is mandatory.
Limited seats available. Full commitment is mandatory.
- Booking Fee: 2,500 EGP (inc. VAT)
- This fee is mandatory to submit your application.
- Non-refundable under any circumstances.