Course Overview

This hands-on course trains students in professional photography and videography, covering camera operations, exposure control, lens selection, composition, studio lighting setups, and dynamic event coverage. Students master DSLR and mirrorless cameras, learn advanced shooting techniques for portraits, products, landscapes, and events, and develop skills in photo editing using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. The videography module covers cinematic techniques, stabilization, audio capture, and drone footage basics.

Target Group
  • School leavers (KCSE holders)
  • Creative professionals
  • Career changers
  • Freelancers and entrepreneurs
  • Media enthusiasts
Certification

Award: Certificate from CLIPS TECHNICAL COLLEGE upon successful completion.

Requirements: Completion of all modules + practicals.

Career Value: Enhances employability in the creative and media industry.

Entry Requirements
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATION: KCSE Certificate
  • LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: Basic English proficiency
  • ADDITIONAL: Passion for the subject area
🕒 Full-Time

3 Months intensive program

🕒 Part-Time

3 Months (Evenings/Weekends)

Course Content

Module 1: Camera Fundamentals

  • Understanding DSLR and mirrorless cameras
  • Aperture, shutter speed, and ISO
  • Lens types and selection
  • White balance and metering modes

Module 3: Photography Genres

  • Portrait photography
  • Product and commercial photography
  • Event and wedding photography
  • Landscape and architectural photography

Module 5: Photo Editing

  • Adobe Lightroom workflow
  • Adobe Photoshop retouching
  • Color grading and correction
  • Batch processing and presets

Module 2: Composition & Lighting

  • Rule of thirds and leading lines
  • Natural vs artificial lighting
  • Studio lighting setups (3-point lighting)
  • Golden hour and blue hour photography

Module 4: Videography Techniques

  • Camera movement and stabilization
  • Cinematic framing and shot types
  • Audio recording for video
  • B-roll and establishing shots

Module 6: Video Production

  • Pre-production planning
  • On-location shooting
  • Interview and documentary techniques
  • Drone videography basics

Career Progression Pathways

Entry-Level Roles
  • Freelance Photographer
  • Event Photographer
  • Studio Assistant
  • Social Media Content Creator
Mid-Level Roles (With Experience)
  • Lead Photographer
  • Videography Director
  • Photo Editor
  • Media Production Coordinator
Self-Employment Opportunities
  • Photography studio owner
  • Freelance wedding photographer
  • Stock photography contributor
Further Education Options
  • Diploma in Photography, Film & Media
  • Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies

Course Fee

KES 25,000

Fee includes tuition, course materials, exams, student ID, and official certificate.

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