Advanced Videography Specialization

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Advanced Videography Specialization

Master Professional Cinematic Videography. Plan, shoot, and edit cinematic projects across commercial, travel, and documentary formats.

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

1 month at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

1 month at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

Plan, light, and edit cinematic commercials that look ready for broadcast.
Capture cinematic travel vlogs using drones, action cameras, and advanced sequencing.
Produce documentary promos that combine interviews, B-roll, and cinematic visuals.

Overview

This Specialization is intended for content creators, freelancers, and aspiring filmmakers seeking to develop advanced videography skills. Through three courses, taught by Phil Ebiner, you will cover commercial filmmaking, cinematic travel vlogging, and documentary promo editing. By the end, you’ll be prepared to produce polished, professional-quality videos that stand out in competitive industries.

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Taught in English

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Specialization - 3 course series

Throughout this Specialization, learners will complete three hands-on projects that mirror real-world videography challenges. In the commercial filmmaking course, you’ll plan, light, and shoot a polished advertisement ready for broadcast. In the cinematic travel vlogging course, you’ll capture and edit a compelling travel vlog using drones, action cameras, and advanced sequencing techniques. In the documentary and promo editing course, you’ll create a professional documentary promo that blends interviews, cinematic portraits, and B-roll into a cohesive story. Each project gives you the opportunity to practice advanced techniques—such as lighting setups, gimbal-assisted movement, timelapses, and color grading—while applying them to authentic creative scenarios. By the end of the Specialization, you’ll have a portfolio of cinematic projects that demonstrate your ability to produce professional-grade videos for clients, brands, or your own channel.

Advanced Videography: Commercial Filmmaking Essentials

Course 14 hoursView course

What you'll learn

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to plan, shoot, and edit polished commercial projects that look ready for broadcast.

You’ll learn how to: * scout locations, * capture motion with dynamic shots, * light products effectively, * integrate aerial footage for added cinematic impact. These skills will allow you to transform standard footage into professional-grade commercials. This course, taught by Phil Ebiner, is designed for creators who already know the basics of shooting video—aperture, shutter speed, ISO—and want to elevate their work to the level of ads and brand promos seen on TV and online. Through a hands-on commercial project, you’ll practice using different lenses and focal lengths, setting up lighting for beauty and product shots, and enhancing your videos with smooth movement and creative camera angles. If you’re a content creator, freelancer, or aspiring commercial filmmaker looking to attract clients with higher production value, this course will give you the practical techniques and confidence to take your commercial videography to the next level.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Photography

Category: Video Production

Category: Storyboarding

Category: Storytelling

Category: Video Editing

Category: Videography

Advanced Videography: Cinematic Travel Vlogging

Course 25 hoursView course

What you'll learn

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to capture stunning travel vlogs that combine storytelling with cinematic visuals.

You’ll learn how to: * film engaging B-roll, * shoot with drones and action cameras, * build sequences that immerse your audience in the journey. You’ll also explore advanced techniques like timelapses, hyperlapses, and aerial shots to make your videos stand out. Taught by Phil Ebiner, this course is perfect for YouTubers, vloggers, and travel enthusiasts who already understand camera basics but want to create professional-level vlogs. Through the travel vlog project, you’ll break down gear setups, practice shooting B-roll in dynamic environments, and discover how to use drones and action cameras to capture perspectives impossible with standard setups. Whether you’re looking to grow your channel, document your travels with cinematic flair, or bring storytelling depth to your personal projects, this course equips you with advanced vlogging skills that will set your work apart from typical travel videos.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Video Editing

Category: Storyboarding

Category: Storytelling

Category: Video Production

Category: Photo/Video Production and Technology

Category: Videography

Advanced Videography: Documentary and Promo Editing

Course 34 hoursView course

What you'll learn

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to create compelling documentary promos that blend interviews, cinematic portraits, and B-roll into a cohesive story.

You’ll master two-camera interview setups, capture natural and gimbal-assisted shots, and refine your projects through professional review and critique. Led by Phil Ebiner, this course is designed for filmmakers, aspiring documentarians, and content creators who already understand the fundamentals of shooting video and want to expand into professional promo work. You’ll practice lighting and audio for interviews, explore how to shoot beauty portraits that connect with viewers, and learn to add movement and focus pulls for dramatic effect. If you’re looking to tell authentic stories for nonprofits, brands, or personal projects, this course provides a clear path from planning to finished promo. With real-world demonstrations and hands-on projects, you’ll walk away ready to produce documentary-style videos that look polished, professional, and emotionally powerful.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Post-Production

Category: Video Production

Category: Photography

Category: Videography

Category: Design Reviews

Category: Creativity

Category: Photo/Video Production and Technology

Category: Video Editing

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