Course Introduction
With the continuous advancement and development of mobile devices, using a smartphone to create high-quality videos has become a viable alternative to expensive, professional filming equipment. It is low-cost, convenient, and fast, making mobile video production an increasingly mainstream method. This course is suitable for beginners or individuals who frequently need to shoot and edit short videos for online promotion. Starting from the fundamentals of pre-production and post-production, the course teaches smartphone filming techniques and utilizes mobile applications for video editing and post-production, enabling participants to create compelling and eye-catching short films.
Course Details
- Software: Mobile App - InShot (requires at least 10GB of free phone storage)
- Class Size: 20 students
- Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM, from April 13 to April 22, 2021
- Total Duration: 12 hours (4 sessions)
- Fee: MOP $1,500
- Certificate & Subsidy: A certificate and a 50% tuition fee subsidy are provided upon achieving 70% attendance.
- Funding Note: This course is NOT part of the DSEDJ Continuing Education Development Plan. Non-Macau residents must pay the full tuition fee and are not eligible for the subsidy.
- Sponsor: This course is funded by the Macao Foundation.
Instructor
Manson Ng (Wu Haokun) - Advertising & Film Photographer
Graduated from Macao Polytechnic University with a Bachelor's degree in Integrated Design - Multimedia. With 8 years of experience in the filming industry, he founded and works at MINIM Production. His project portfolio includes microfilms, promotional advertisements, documentaries, etc., serving clients such as government departments, women's federations, workers' unions, and major gaming enterprises.
Instructor's Work: https://vimeo.com/380110179/078e85e57d
Target Audience
Individuals from all walks of life interested in mobile video short film production. Suitable for beginners.
Language & Prerequisites
- The course is taught in Cantonese.
- The software interface is in English.
- Participants are required to have basic computer knowledge.
Course Outline
- Explanation of fundamental pre-production and post-production knowledge.
- Selection of filming/editing equipment and software.
- Filming setup, composition, and technique skills.
- Enhancing video effects using lighting and sound.
- Short film structure and storytelling through editing.
- Methods and techniques of editing.
- Key points for exporting and uploading finished videos.
Important Notes
- Full tuition fee of $1,500 (cash) must be paid upon registration. $750 will be refunded upon course completion with 70% attendance.
- The final course commencement date and time are subject to the official website.
- This course is NOT part of the Continuing Education Development Plan.
- This course is funded by the Macao Foundation.
