Course Info

FILM 256: Lighting for Cinema II (Formerly Film 356)

This course explores advanced lighting techniques with an emphasis on engaging the audience visually. Students will learn night exterior lighting techniques, practical location lighting approaches, Hollywood gag and moving lights applications. The proper, safe and efficient use of advanced lighting and grip equipment will be demonstrated - Hmi, LED, theatrical, large tungsten, fluorescent, overheads, rigging and dollies. Students will work together in groups to accomplish visual tasks each week.

FILM 155 OR FILM 355 is a prerequisite for this class.

Fall 2025-2026

  • Section: 401
  • Class number: 16366
  • Meeting time: Tu 8:30AM - 11:45AM
  • Location: N/A at Cinespace Chicago Film Studios Campus
  • Instructor: Jerry Tran | View syllabus

Section 701

Class number 15613

  • Meeting dates: 9/10/2025 - 11/25/2025
  • Meeting time: M 6:00PM - 9:15PM
  • Location: CINES P0101 at Cinespace Chicago Film Studios Campus
  • Instructor: Jerry Tran | View syllabus
  • CLOSED
  • Meeting dates: 9/10/2025 - 11/25/2025
  • Meeting time: M 6:00PM - 9:15PM
  • Location: CINES P021B at Cinespace Chicago Film Studios Campus
  • Instructor: Jerry Tran | View syllabus
  • CLOSED