Content Creation & Filmmaking W/ DfrostKyng

Course Overview

This updated, in-depth course provides students with a complete foundation in content creation, mobile & digital camera film-making, and professional video editing. The curriculum blends storytelling, cinematography, sound, color grading, and modern AI-enhanced workflows to equip learners with real industry-level skills.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Film-making & Content Creation

• Understand and apply strong storytelling and visual communication principles
• Shoot professional-quality videos using smartphones and digital cameras
• Use lighting, composition, framing, and camera movement to create compelling visuals

Editing & Post-Production

• Edit videos using DaVinci Resolve, and other tools
• Perform advanced edits: multi-cam sync, color grading, sound design, effects
• Use AI tools for accelerated editing, captioning, scripting, and enhancement

Industry Readiness

• Build a professional portfolio
• Understand niches & monetization pathways
• Develop confidence in producing content for clients, social media, and brands

Module 1:Storytelling, Scripting & Visual Composition

Topics

• Storytelling frameworks (3-act structure, hook–hold–reward, hero’s journey)
• Creating content ideas and scripts
• Shot types & camera angles
• Composition techniques (rule of thirds, symmetry, leading lines)
• Lighting basics: natural, practical, artificial lighting
• How to create emotional tone using visuals

Practical Exercises

• Writing a 30–60 second story/script
• Planning shots using a storyboard or shot list
• Filming a sequence using different compositions

Module 2: Introduction to Content Creation & Mobile Film-making

Topics

• What is content creation? (Short-form, long-form, vlogging, documentaries, ads)
• Mobile film-making vs traditional film-making
• Understanding video formats, resolutions, frame rates
• Choosing the right smartphone for filming
• Essential accessories: gimbal, mic, tripod, LED light, ND filters
• Pro camera apps & settings (ISO, shutter speed, white balance, focus, LUTs)

Practical Exercises

• Setting up a mobile filming kit
• Shooting test clips with manual settings
• Identifying good vs bad footage

Module 3: Filmmaking Techniques (Mobile + Camera)

Topics

• Shooting styles: cinematic, documentary, vlog, commercial, social media
• Camera movement: pan, tilt, push, pull, tracking, handheld
• Stabilization techniques (gimbal + handheld)
• Capturing high-quality audio
• Working with lavalier, shotgun, and wireless microphones
• Filming in challenging environments (low light, outdoors, crowded spaces)

Practical Exercises

• Create a 1-minute cinematic B-roll sequence
• Record clean dialogue using smartphone and microphone
• Practice different camera movement styles

Module 4: Video Editing Fundamentals (DaVinci Resolve)

Topics

• Understanding timelines, codecs, proxies, and media management
• Importing, organizing, and backing up footage
• Cut, trim, ripple edits, slip/slide edits
• Using transitions properly (motivated editing)
• Adding music and sound effects
• Creating titles and subtitles

Practical Exercises

• Edit a simple talking-head video
• Add captions using both manual and AI methods
• Sync music to cuts

Module 5: Advanced Video Editing & Post-Production

Topics

• Multi-camera editing & syncing
• Masks and advanced transitions
• Effects, overlays, and speed ramping
• Audio editing: noise removal, EQ, compression, reverb
• Sound design for storytelling
• Using AI tools for:
• auto-captioning
• noise removal
• auto cut detection
• AI-generated B-roll & scripts

Practical Exercises

• Edit a 3-scene story using multi-cam and effects
• Clean up audio using EQ & noise tools

Module 6: Color Grading, Sound Design & Visual Effects

Topics

• DaVinci Resolve Color Page basics
• Color correction vs color grading
• Skin tone adjustments & fixing bad footage
• Using LUTs the right way

Practical Exercises

• Grade a cinematic B-roll sequence
• Fix overexposed or underexposed footage

Module 7: Final Project & Professional Portfolio Development

Topics

• Constructing a strong portfolio website
• How to pitch yourself as a filmmaker or editor
• Preparing for content creator partnerships
• Professional workflow: pre-production → production → post-production

Final Project

Students will produce a 1–3 minute short film OR

a series of 3 short-form content videos using everything learned.

Deliverables

• Final edited project
• Color-graded version
• Behind-the-scenes shots
• Written production notes
• Portfolio-ready export

Software & Equipment Requirements

• Smartphone with good camera quality (Android/iOS)
• Digital Camera
• Computer capable of running DaVinci Resolve
• Optional:
• Gimbal
• Lapel/wireless mic
• Lighting kit
• External storage

Target Audience

• Aspiring content creators
• Mobile filmmakers
• Social media influencers
• Marketing & communications teams
• Journalism & media students
• Anyone who wants to create high-impact video content

Course Format

• Video Lessons (recorded modules)
• Live Sessions (Q&A, critiques, mentoring)
• Assignments after every module
• PDF Training Manuals
• Downloadable project files
• Access to exclusive templates, presets, LUTs
• Final project review