Welcome to ShotClass

Cinematography Intensives & Masterclasses

Specialised content.
Small groups.
Taught by industry leaders and legends.
For all camera professionals.

This is different.

Don’t expect the simplified, basic classes that cater for general filmmakers. This is ours! This is just for cinematographers and camera crew who take themselves seriously. This is for those who aim to be exceptional. If you want to stand out at what you do, this is the right place. ShotClass specialises in education and demonstration with a focus on career advancement for cinematographers and camera crew. Short and sharp and to the point – teaching only and precisely what you want to learn, right now. Whether your ambition is to broaden your knowledge, move up the ladder or develop a speciality, ShotClass has the resources to help.

Our tailored events allow you to refine and build on your skills to achieve a deeper understanding of all aspects of cinematography and roles within the camera department at a world-class standard.

Investing in your future through advanced education is vital. And for most people, our events are tax deductible, so they could effectively be free. Many aspiring international film crew place great value in high level learning to achieve their successes. You can too. Never stop improving. Your career depends on it.

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Frame and Focus | The Camera Operator and Focus Puller Team | A combined 2 Day Intensive

April 12th & 13th 2025. Possibly the most difficult camera crew roles to get properly trained in are those of the Camera Operator and Focus Puller. This ShotClass event is a combination course designed to teach you the foundations of excellent camera operating OR focus pulling.
Foundations in Cinematography 3 day course

ShotClass | Foundations in Cinematography - 2025

May 16th - 18th 2025. If you are starting out on your career as a cinematographer, this ShotClass 3 Day Short Course is the perfect place to begin learning all that is required to be a professional Director of Photography. And there is a LOT to learn...if you want to position yourself at the top in a highly competitive industry.
2 Day Lighting

Cinematographic Lighting | 2 Day Intensive | May 2025

May 31st & June 1st 2025. This intensive workshop aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of essential cinematographic lighting techniques and more advanced concepts and practices, both in narrative work, and for shooting TVC's, Music Video and high-end content.