Award-winning filmmaker teaches directing, cinematography, and storytelling with 20+ years of global experience

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CLASSES

1. FOUNDATION (First Session)

Assess student’s goals: hobbyist, film student, or content creator

Practical, cinematic, real-world insights tailored to their level

Basics of visual storytelling: framing, light, story beats

2. CINEMATIC STORYTELLING ESSENTIALS

How to tell a story visually (show, don’t tell)

The language of the camera: shots, movement, composition

Case studies from my films and commercials

3. DIRECTING

Communicating vision clearly

Directing actors vs. real people

Keeping creative control under pressure

4. CINEMATOGRAPHY BASICS

Lighting setups for different moods

Camera movement and emotional impact

Shooting cinematic footage on any budget

5. EDITING & PACING

Structuring a scene for maximum impact

Rhythm, pacing, and emotional beats

Editing for both film and modern platforms

6. BRANDED CONTENT AND FORMATS

Crafting thumb-stopping visuals for vertical/short-form

Adapting cinematic storytelling to fast digital pacing

Case studies: applying commercial techniques to TikTok/IG/YT

7. STUDENT PROJECT

Student develops their own short project

Guided through pre-production, shooting approach, and editing

Finishes with a polished piece ready to showcase

TIP FOR STUDENTS

All lessons are customized to your goals, with real examples from professional films and commercials. No extra materials or classroom costs — everything can be done online with your existing equipment or even just a smartphone if you’re starting out.