Beyond the Basics: Creating Cinematic Videos with Yuhki Murayama

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Ready to move beyond the basics and create videos with greater impact?

Join professional photographer, videographer, and Nikon School lecturer Yuhki Murayama for an immersive workshop designed to help you develop both the technical skills and creative mindset needed to produce cinematic, story-driven videos.

With over 11 years of experience running his own photography and videography business, and as the brand photographer for Lululemon, Yuhki has built a career around creating engaging visual content that connects with audiences. In this workshop, he'll share the practical techniques and creative processes that can help take your video work to the next level.

This class is the perfect next step for those who have completed an introductory videography course or have a basic understanding of video creation and are looking to refine their approach to shooting and editing.

Recommended Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Topics Covered:

• Planning and shooting with intention
• Advanced camera settings for consistent video
• Cinematic composition and framing
• Camera movement (handheld, tripod, gimbal)
• Working with natural and available light
• Capturing effective B-roll for storytelling
• Building a visual story through shot selection
• Audio tips for more professional results
• Basic colour grading and achieving a cinematic look
• Editing workflow, pacing, and sequencing

What to bring:

• Mirrorless or DSLR Camera
• Lenses for your camera
• Fully charged battery and spare memory cards

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