Frame Rate, Shutter Angle & ND Control
Pair 24p dialogue and 60p slow-motion B-roll with proper shutter cadence and Variable ND filtration so motion stays natural in bright light.
Filmmaking & Commercial Video
Program #003 · Filmmaking
✓ Free Online Intro Included
Commercial Cinematography & Gimbal Filmmaking Workshop in Toronto
Build hands-on command of cinema camera exposure, balanced three-axis gimbal movement, commercial interview lighting, and purposeful B-roll coverage.
Owning a full-frame camera and a three-axis gimbal does not automatically make commercial footage look refined. Shaky footsteps, high-shutter daytime glare, flat overhead office lights, and unmotivated gimbal wandering quickly expose a lack of fundamentals. In this hands-on gimbal filmmaking workshop in Toronto, we connect camera exposure science, physical gimbal balance and body mechanics, directional key lighting, and sequence-based B-roll into one cohesive production craft.
✓ Free Online Introductory Session
Start with a free online intro consultation for this course: we review the syllabus together, clarify how many sessions you need based on your goals and pace, and decide whether continuing Online ($69 CAD/hr) or In-Person ($99 CAD/hr) suits you best.
First Session
Free Online Intro
Session Rates
$69/hr Online · $99/hr In-Person
Course Structure
Tailored to Your Level & Pace
Instructor & Language
Iman Adlkhah · EN & Persian
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Course Learning Pillars
Core Capabilities Developed in This Course
Every learner starts from a different background. These are the core capabilities this course develops, paced to your goals across the sessions we plan together.
Mechanical Gimbal Balance & Body Posture
Balance tilt, roll, and pan axes accurately before power-on, tune motor response, and eliminate vertical walking bounce through grounded posture.
Dimensional Interview & Location Lighting
Shape faces with diffused far-side key light, negative fill, and subtle background depth instead of relying on harsh room ceiling lights.
Motivated Commercial B-Roll Sequences
Film wide establishes, parallax reveals, medium actions, and tight process details that assemble smoothly on the editing timeline.
Course Syllabus
Core Concepts & Topics Covered
Below are the main concepts and topics covered in this course. In your Free Online Intro Session, we align the exact depth and number of sessions to your experience and goals.
Topic 01
Cinema Camera Menus, Frame Rates, Log Profiles & Exposure
Configuring your mirrorless or cinema camera for dependable commercial capture across dialogue and slow-motion memory banks.
- Setting 10-bit codecs, custom memory banks (24p / 60p), and Kelvin white balance
- Maintaining 180-degree shutter motion blur indoors and outdoors with Variable ND
- Using zebras, waveforms, and display LUTs for consistent skin-tone exposure
Topic 02
Three-Axis Gimbal Balancing, Motor Tuning & Camera Moves
Mastering mechanical balance on DJI RS-class gimbals and practicing controlled, motivated camera choreography.
- Step-by-step vertical tilt, fore-aft depth, roll, and pan axis balancing
- Customizing Pan Follow, Pan-Tilt Follow, Lock mode, and deadband smoothness
- Practicing push-ins, parallax orbits, low-mode tracking, and foreground reveals
Topic 03
Commercial Interview Lighting & Clean Dual-System Audio
Turning ordinary client offices or studios into dimensional interview sets paired with clean, reliable spoken audio.
- Choosing the diagonal room axis, controlling windows, and placing far-side soft key light
- Adding negative fill, hair/shoulder separation, and warm background practicals
- Pairing concealed wireless lavaliers or overhead shotgun mics with safe gain levels
Topic 04
On-Location Shoot Flow, Subject Direction & Coverage Continuity
Bringing camera, gimbal, light, and human direction together on a simulated commercial shoot from arrival to wrap.
- Scouting a location on arrival and grouping tripod A-roll separately from gimbal B-roll
- Coaching founders and specialists into concise, natural on-camera delivery
- Checking visual continuity, lens focal variety, and safe dual-card media backup
Course Reference Overview
Commercial Camera & Gimbal Field Standards
Core practical benchmarks and standards covered as part of this course's curriculum.
| Shot Category | Frame Rate & Shutter | Support & Gimbal Mode | Cinematography Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spoken Interview (A-Roll) | 24p / 30p at 1/50s or 1/60s | Locked Tripod or Fluid Head | Calm viewer focus on eyes and message |
| Spatial & Brand B-Roll | 60p at 1/120s (interpreted slow) | Gimbal Pan Follow (slow response) | Smooth architectural depth and parallax |
| Hands-On Craft Details | 60p at 1/120s with 50mm–85mm lens | Locked Frame or Subtle Gimbal Push | Tactile texture without distracting shake |
| Walk-and-Talk Lead | 24p / 30p real-time sync audio | Gimbal Trigger Lock + Heel-Toe Lead | Dynamic energy while keeping framing steady |
Start With Your Free Intro Session
Book Program #003: Commercial Cinematography & Gimbal Filmmaking Workshop in Toronto
Choose a time for your Free Online Intro Session to map out your course path, or book an Online ($69/hr) or In-Person ($99/hr) session directly.
1. Choose Option & Preferred Time (ET)
Program FAQ
Common Questions
Should I bring my own camera and gimbal to in-person sessions, or practice on studio equipment?
If you already own a camera or gimbal, bring them so we balance and customize your exact rig; if you are still deciding what to buy, you can train directly on our studio full-frame mirrorless camera, DJI RS gimbal, and lighting kit.
How does the Free Online Intro Session work, and how many sessions will I need?
Every course begins with a Free Online Introductory Session where we review the core syllabus together, evaluate your current background and goals, and map out how many sessions you actually need and whether continuing Online ($69 CAD/hr) or In-Person ($99 CAD/hr) suits you best. Session count is never a rigid one-size-fits-all number; it adapts to your own level and pace.
Do I have to commit to a multi-session package upfront?
Never. There is zero upfront package commitment: once your free online intro session maps out your path, any coaching sessions you choose ($69 CAD/hr online or $99 CAD/hr in-person) are scheduled flexibly session-by-session at your own pace.
Are courses taught in English, Persian (Farsi), or bilingual?
Your choice: every session with Iman Adlkhah can be conducted 100% in English, 100% in Persian (Farsi), or naturally bilingual with industry terminology.
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