{"product_id":"preparing-for-your-video-shoot-thur-jun-4","title":"Preparing for Your Video Shoot - Thur. Jun. 4","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"eds-l-mar-bot-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate \u0026amp; Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThursday, June 4, 2026\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6:30 PM - 8:30 PM MDT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Camera Store\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/The+Camera+Store\/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xbb330b977b9f16cc?sa=X\u0026amp;ved=1t:2428\u0026amp;ictx=111\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e802 11th Ave SW, Calgary, AB\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJoin Amair Javaid (AJ) from The Camera Store for an informative, no-nonsense workshop that will prepare you for your very own video shoot!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking the leap into videography? Compared to photography, video requires more data, more gear, and more planning. Join instructor Amair Javaid (AJ)—an independent filmmaker and videographer with over a decade of experience—for an intensive 2-hour crash course designed to fast-track your understanding of video production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are shooting for clients, friends, or your own portfolio, having a solid workflow and understanding your camera's technical settings is crucial for success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat We'll Cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore the Shoot: Building Your Foundation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMastering recording settings, including resolution, bit depth, and chroma subsampling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemystifying video codecs (H.264\/H.265, ProRes, and RAW) to optimize your workflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding Your Camera Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing the right memory card speeds (V30\/V60\/V90 vs. CFexpress), what gear to take, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigging essentials, including variable ND filters for light control and gimbals for stabilization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGetting the Shot: Technical Execution\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigating shooting settings such as white balance, base ISO, and frames per second (FPS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding the shutter speed rule for smooth, cinematic motion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAchieving \"good\" exposure using professional monitoring tools like waveforms, zebras, false colour, and vectorscopes for perfect skin tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfter the Shoot: Protecting Your Work\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafely importing and backing up your footage using the industry-standard 3-2-1 rule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing DaVinci Resolve's clone tool for secure checksum verification to prevent corrupted files.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring a pen and paper to jot down your questions during the session, and get ready to take your video skills to the next level!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the instructor:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAmair Javaid Akhtar (AJ Akhtar) is a filmmaker and photographer who has been capturing images for almost two decades. He has a passion for connecting with people and sharing knowledge about tech and storytelling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eIn\u003c\/span\u003e-\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003ePerson, Paid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEvent. Paid events are non-refundable. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour registration is required. Y\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eour registration assists us in gauging attendance numbers and we'll provide you with a reminder and further details about the event. 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