The British Academy for Training and Development presents this course (Skills and Qualities of Successful Photographers) for all individuals wishing to acquire further skills and expertise in the field of Photography, and transfer their hobby into professional career, and to successfully engage in the TV industry.

Photography is the art of visual illustration, while professional photography means the ability of the photographer to combine a set of ideas and techniques to obtain a perfect image, which is different from what others imagine, by being able to choose the right angle for photography with appropriate framing and configuration, in addition to the usage of a lens capable of high precision in different types of photography, with great emphasis on the right moment to capture the picture, where exactly the wisdom of professional photographer lies.

The great variation in life styles and the tremendous developments in many aspects of life have led to serious endeavor to create one of the most important tools used nowadays in different sectors. Computer was invented, and then the direct access to the Internet has become more basic in average everyday human life, technology and civilization in particular, were the life styles modern people have chosen to live, and capture, document, and preserve the most vivid moments in their lives, were cameras are becoming mainstream equipment in our modern life, in various forms and colors and types.

• People interested in photography, and amateur photographers.
• Amatuer photographers wishing to launch their professional career of photography.
• Directors of TV Production Establishments.
• Photographers wishing to launch their career in the Media.
• Students of Media Departments in universities.
• Government spokespersons.

How will trainees benefit from the course?

After completing the course, trainees would be able to master the following topics:

• Master and Identification of all types of photography.
• Learning about the Latest International Photographic Techniques.
• Proper usage of cameras in different settings and modes.
• Using all types of cameras, and the suitable conditions for each equipment.

• Photography: Definition and Origin.
• Choosing the proper camera for each situation.
• Taking care and cleaning of the camera.
• Training on Modern Photographic Techniques.
• Training on the most effective editing programs.
• Cinematography and TV Photography methods.
• Photography of direct presentations.
• Production of Advertising Material.
• Proper dealing methods and strategies with the camera.
• Usage of appropriate lenses.
• Camera Tripod.
• Angles of photography.
• Manual and Automatic focus.
• Types of cameras and the identification of different settings.
• Maintenance and cleaning of camera and lens.
• Editing and processing of images.
• ISO settings in the camera.
• Shutter speed.
• Ethics of photography and code of conduct.
• Photography sessions.