MA Filmmaking (Cinematography)

Goldsmiths, University of London

If you are passionate about pursuing a career as a cinematographer in an environment that promotes innovative filmmaking, this programme is for you.The MA Filmmaking (Cinematography) is a pathway of the Goldsmiths MA Filmmaking. It is housed in a new purpose-built media facility with state-of-the-art teaching spaces including film and photography studios equipped with Arri cameras and lighting.It is a unique blend of hands-on workshops, studio and location filming exercises, and high production value collaborative film projects, the MA elevates your skills as a moving-image storyteller to the level of Director of Photography.You'll learn sophisticated camera, lighting and gripping techniques, and will perform all camera department roles from director of photography to camera operator, focus-puller, gaffer, camera assistant, spark and grip.You’ll work on a number of exercises and films per term in your specialist role, culminating in a major film production towards the end of the degree. You’ll attend classes in related disciplines such as directing and editing, and advance your collaborative skills by working with students across all specialisations, including writers, producers and sound designers. Experienced tutors and industry guests provide expert guidance. Recent guest speakers include Barry Ackroyd BSC, Cesar Charlone ABC, Jess Hall BSC, Martin ‘Teddy’ Testar BKSTS, Adam Scarfe (DoP), Howard Davidson (Gaffer), Steve MacCarthy (Operator) and our very own Witold Stok BSC.You'll be able to join the British Society of Cinematographers Club as a student member and have the opportunity to interact with the world’s top cinematographers during our annual trip to the world’s largest cinematography festival Camerimage in Poland.You'll leave the MA with a diverse portfolio of moving-image work that spans fiction and documentary, as well as hybrid and experimental genres.The programme will prepare you to enter the global job market, armed with an enhanced understanding of your practical, intellectual and creative capacities as a cinematographer.

School of Media, Communications and Cultural Studies