The A-Z of film making - Certified film making Course

Name: The A-Z of film making - Certified film making Course
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a Course for anyone with a dream or passion of becoming a filmmaker

Created byMorne Lane

Last updated 1/2026

English

What you'll learn

Chapter 1: How to Write a Synopsis
Chapter 2: Script Writing
Chapter 3: Directing
Chapter 4: Producing
Chapter 5: Camera Operation
Chapter 6: Assistant Directing
Chapter 7: Sound for Film
Chapter 8: Music for Film
Chapter 9: Film Lighting
Chapter 10: Costume Design
Chapter 11: Film Makeup
Chapter 12: Art Department for Film
Chapter 13: Film Marketing

Course content

15 sections • 15 lectures • 12h 48m total length

Introduction - Morné Lane0:55
Morné is the Author of this manual and the founder of Incense Films, Davinci International Film Academy, and The Pumpkin Theatre, where his passion for all things filmmaking is evident.

In 2006, Morne launched Incense Films, initially focusing on small productions as he learned the industry's intricacies. He started his career as a cameraman on his first feature film, "Play it as it Lies," and went on to produce his first film, "Hartsbegeertes," in 2012. Since then, he has produced 10 feature films, directed 2 feature films, and created numerous short films. During this period, Morné also honed his scriptwriting skills, penning two films, "Rowwe Diamante" and "Kampterrein."

In 2016, he established the Davinci Film Academy to teach high school students the art of filmmaking. Driven by his passion, Morné furthered his expertise by achieving lectureship certification from Blackmagic Design in Paris. He is one of only four lecturers in Africa qualified to teach DaVinci Resolve, a leading video editing suite. He has received accreditation for the Davinci Film Academy from Blackmagic Design's training center in France.

During the early days of the COVID-19 lockdown, Morné and Mandy Rootman co-founded a broadcast/news media house called "The Vuvuzela." This feel-good online channel has conducted over 150 interviews with small community businesses and projects, providing much-needed exposure during challenging times.

Morné's years of experience make him the perfect leader to guide the Davinci International Film Academy into the future. Together with a dynamic, motivated team, they are focused
on revolutionizing content creation, from films to social
media and corporate videos.

Morné Lane1:49:52
Earn an internationally accredited certificate by completing this online course. The course includes an online video, an electronic handbook, and an online exam. You will receive a certificate upon successfully passing the course, as the pass rate is 65%. This is a one-day course.
In this course you will learn about:
How to write a script
Action Line'
Log lines
Script Structure
3 Act Structure
How to write Dialogue
Know your Audience
Writing Exercises
Screenplay Formats
Scripted and Unscripted Writing

This is a 2-day course.
1 X PDF handbook
1 X Training video. Length 1 Hour 49 minutes

Morné Lane2:00:58
Earn an internationally accredited certificate by completing this online course. The course includes an online video, and an electronic handbook.
In this course you will learn about:
How to Become a Film Producer
The 6 Habits of Highly Successful Filmmakers
Network Network Network
Organized time managers
Quality Traits of a Producer
Communication Skills
Leadership Skills
What Does a Film Producer Do?
Mastermind the Marketing
Distribution of your product
5 Ways to Raise Money for Your
Film

This is a 2-day course.
1 X PDF handbook
1 X Training video. Length 1 Hour 9 minutes

Morné Lane1:09:11
Earn an internationally accredited certificate by completing this online course. The course includes an online video, an electronic handbook.
In this course you will learn about:
How to Become a Film Producer
The 6 Habits of Highly Successful Filmmakers
Network Network Network
Organized time managers
Quality Traits of a Producer
Communication Skills
Leadership Skills
What Does a Film Producer Do?
Mastermind the Marketing
Distribution of your product
5 Ways to Raise Money for Your
Film

This is a 2-day course.
1 X PDF handbook
1 X Training video. Length 1 Hour 9 minutes

Morné Lane2:06:21
Earn an internationally accredited certificate by completing this online course. The course includes an online video an electronic handbook.
In this course you will learn about:
20 Life Lessons for Filmmakers
Managing the Set
The Protocol of Shooting
Make a Shot List
Using the Camera
Beware of the Stage Line
Camera Movement
Exposure
Aperture
Shutter Speed
Shooting with DSLR Camera

This is a 2-day course.
1 X PDF handbook
1 X Training video. Length 02:06:21

Morné Lane40:46
Earn an internationally accredited certificate by completing this online course. The course includes an online video and an electronic handbook.
In this course you will learn about:
Becoming an Assistant Director
What does an assistant director do?
Detailing the 1st ad’s role
13 Ways You Can Become a Better 1st AD 1
Create a realistic shooting schedule
THINGS a 1ST AD SHOULD DO ON A FILM SET
THINGS A 1ST AD SHOULD NOT DO ON A FILM SET
RESPECT CAST AND CREW

This is a 1-day course.
1 X PDF handbook
1 X Training video. Length 40:46

Morné Lane1:04:09
Earn an internationally accredited certificate by completing this online course. The course includes an online video and an electronic handbook.
In this course you will learn about:
What You Want to Record
What is sound?
Sound wave properties and characteristics
Capturing mixing recording and sharing sound
Create a realistic shooting schedule
Microphones
Properly rig the pole
Positioning the mic
Managing Your Set
Philosophies on mixing

This is a 1-day course.
1 X PDF handbook
1 X Training video. Length01:04:09

Morné Lane21:35
Earn an internationally accredited certificate by completing this online course. The course includes an online video and an electronic handbook.
In this course you will learn about:
7 Ways to Use Music to Create Mood and Meaning Onscreen
Match the Aural Tone to the Visual Tone
Do the Exact Opposite and Don’t Match on Purpose
Utilize Both Diegetic and Non-Diegetic Music
Emphasize the Important Moments
Transport Viewers to a Time and Location
Make the Music Fill the Void
Drop the Music If You Have To

This is a 1-day course.
1 X PDF handbook
1 X Training video. Length 21:35

Morné Lane1:04:21
Earn an internationally accredited certificate by completing this online course. The course includes an online video and an electronic handbook.
In this course you will learn about:
Film-Style Lighting
The Art of Lighting
Three-Point Lighting
Types of Light
Color Temperature
Types of Lights
Wattage
Controlling the Quality of Light
Lighting Gels
Lighting for Darker Skin Tones
Golden Hour
and more.....

This is a 1-day course.
1 X PDF handbook
1 X Training video. Length 01:04:21

Requirements

In this course, we will teach you the A- Z of filmmaking. The Davinci International Film Academy offers a comprehensive filmmaking guide with a video course, guiding you from concepts to master-level expertise in all areas of filmmaking.

Description

In this course, we will teach you the A- Z of filmmaking. The Davinci International Film Academy offers a comprehensive filmmaking guide with a video course, guiding you from concepts to master-level expertise in all areas of filmmaking. In this course, you will learn the following:

Chapter 1: How to Write a Synopsis
Chapter 2: Script Writing
Chapter 3: Directing
Chapter 4: Producing
Chapter 5: Camera Operation
Chapter 6: Assistant Directing
Chapter 7: Sound for Film
Chapter 8: Music for Film
Chapter 9: Film Lighting
Chapter 10: Costume Design
Chapter 11: Film Makeup
Chapter 12: Art Department for Film
Chapter 13: Film Marketing

This course includes a 223 A-Z Film Making Manual and Training videos 12 hours and 39 Minutes.

The Davinci International Film Academy is an accredited training partner with Blackmagic Design. You will receive an accreditation certificate Upon completing the course and passing the exam.

This course is for anyone who always dreamed of becoming a filmmaker. With all the chapters we provide you will find your passion in one of the many departments of filmmaking. By taking the final exam you will become a certified professional. Learn filmmaking on your own time and at your own pace.

Who this course is for:

Whether you starting in the film industry or are an established filmmaker who wants to enhance your skills, there is a filmmaking course that could take you to the next level. Davinci International Film Academy has the A to Z course for anyone wanting to learn more.

The A-Z of film making - Certified film making Course

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Introduction1 lecture • 1min

Chapter 1: How to write a Synopsis1 lecture • 49min

Chapter 2: Script Writing A-Z1 lecture • 1hr 50min

Chapter 3: Film Directing A-Z1 lecture • 2hr 1min

Chapter 4: Film Producing A-Z1 lecture • 1hr 9min

Chapter 5: Cinematography A-Z1 lecture • 2hr 6min

Chapter 6: Assistant Directing A-Z1 lecture • 41min

Chapter 7: Sound for Film A-Z1 lecture • 1hr 4min

Chapter 8: Music for Film A-Z1 lecture • 22min

Chapter 9: Film Lighting A-Z1 lecture • 1hr 4min

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