Lighting Design Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Lighting for Videography

Learn the basics of lighting for videography in under an hour. Understand how to create depth, cinematic shots, and interesting scenes using both natural and artificial light sources.

• Skillshare
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Studio Lighting Photography

Learn the principles of studio lighting for photography, including light placement, patterns, and correction of facial features in less than an hour.

• Skillshare
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Lighting for Video: Simple Techniques for Youtubers, Online Courses, Interviews, etc

Master video lighting techniques in under an hour. Learn about keylight, fill, backlight, and gear recommendations for a tight budget. Practical, hands-on exercises included.

• Skillshare
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Video Essentials: Using Lenses & Lighting to Convey Emotion

Learn cinematography techniques to enhance your video content with this 1-2 hour course. Develop skills in set styling, lens choice, lighting adjustments, and more.

• Skillshare
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Essential Lighting Skills and Techniques for Video and Content Creators

Beginner's course on lighting principles and techniques for filmmakers and content creators, taught by cinematographer Lucas Gonzalez. Less than 1 hour.

• Skillshare
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Lighting for Photographers: Flash Exposure

Expand your lighting options and get the most out of your flash by learning the concepts and theory behind flash exposure.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Lighting with Flash: Portrait of a Beekeeper and His Bees

Photographer David Hobby uses compact strobes to shoot an environmental portrait of a beekeeper and his bees.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Lighting with Flash: Sports from Action to Portraits

Photographer David Hobby employs multiple strobes to capture young soccer players in action and in portraits.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Video Gear: Lighting

Learn about the latest and greatest lighting equipment for video production, including LEDs, portable lighting, and solutions for textured, pure white, and pure black backdrops.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Color and Lighting Effects for Studio Photography

Explore unconventional lighting techniques to create visually striking portraits that bring out the magic of photography on set

• Domestika
• 2 hours 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Learning Natural Light Portrait Photography

79 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to take effective portraits using natural light—even when the light isn't great.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2-3 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Video Lighting: Outdoor Techniques

59 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Discover how to use the sun to light your talent in a way that makes them look their best.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Lighting Techniques for Video Interviews

43 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Take your video interviews to the next level using proven, effective, and affordable lighting techniques.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Studio Lighting 101

Learn how to capture unique portraits by exploring different professional studio lighting setups

• Domestika
• 1 hour 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Lighting Design for Video Productions

35 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to raise the production value of your videos with important but simple lighting tools and techniques.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available