Expression of interest: Cinematography Series

Expression of interest: Cinematography Series

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Please note by registering your interest you are NOT applying for a course.  This is to gauge the interest of crew in attending this type of training.  We would also like to hear what elements you would like to see in this area so that we know the training is meeting crew needs as directly expressed by the crew.

Proposed Training: Cinematography Series

Date the programme commences:  2026

Duration: TBC

Cost: Free

Venues: TBC (Leinster region)

Tutor(s): TBC, various.

Programme Profile:

Crew Academy East and The Irish Society of Cinematographers propose a new Professional Development Series designed to support emerging cinematographers in developing creative, professional, and technical skills.

This series would deliver a small number of online and in-person sessions for aspiring and emerging cinematographers, including practitioner Q&As, project-based masterclasses, camera equipment demonstrations, and career-focused discussions. The programme would focus on sharing real-world experience, practical decision-making, and routes into professional work, while providing opportunities for participants to ask questions and make industry connections.

Potential sessions:

  • Session 1: Working in Cinematography: A Career Q&A

A session with an established Cinematographer that includes a charting of their career journey, a curated Q&A addressing commonly asked Qs, open-floor Q&A, and closing advice.

  • Session 2: Making a Living — Career & Money in Cinematography

An honest session about rates, contracts, negotiation, financial planning, and managing freelance work.

  • Session 3: Tools of the Trade  — Camera Gear Show & Tell + Networking

A collaboration with a camera company where they demonstrate their latest gear. It would be a drop-in event with networking opportunities.

  • Session 4: From Script to Screen — Visual Storytelling Masterclass

An experienced Cinematographer breaks down a past project from start to finish inc the script, visual references, working with the Director, shot lists, lighting plans, budget compromises, and final scenes vs original plan.

Participant Profile:

Emerging and aspiring Cinematographers.

Express your Interest Procedure:

Please express your interest online at this link by 2pm, 9th March, 2026.

For technical difficulties with the online system please email brian.murphy@nationaltalentacademies.ie

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