Develop Advanced Photography Skills

This nationally recognised course is ideal for those who are familiar with digital SLR cameras, and are seeking practical training to become a professional photographer. You will need to bring your own manual DSLR camera to classes.

Among other things, you'll learn how to:

• Interpret briefs from clients
• Consult with clients to refine objectives
• Select the appropriate technologies and workflows to capture images, including type of camera, image recording media, lighting, post capture processing and outputs
• Work from a studio or in a range of locations
• Edit and restore images using aesthetic, conceptual, compositional and technical skills

The skills you gain are applicable across a range of contexts, including commercial, freelance, domestic portrait, media, wedding, illustrative, institutional and art photography.

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Course Modules

Prepare, Store and Maintain Finished Work Integrate Colour Theory and Design Processes in Response to a Brief Source and Apply Photoimaging Industry Knowledge Research and Apply Information on the Traditions which Inform Photoimaging Practice Apply Photoimaging Lighting Techniques Plan and Carry Out Image Capture in Response to a Brief Process Photoimages to Work Print / File Stage Enhance, Manipulate and Output Photoimages Use a 35mm SLR Camera or Digital Equivalent Produce and Prepare Photo Images Create Visual Design Components Research Role and Use of the Photoimage in Visual Communication Research and Exploit Photoimaging Trends Employ Colour Management in a Digital Imaging Workplace Originate and Develop Concepts Implement and Monitor Marketing Activities Establish Networks Manage Risk Manage and Exploit Copyright Arrangements Provide Services on a Freelance Basis Manage Media Assets Explore the Descriptive and Emotive Nature of Photo Lighting Investigate and Exploit Innovative Imaging Options Produce an Innovative Presentation of Professional Work Produce Commercial Photoimages Plan, Capture and Exploit Visual Art Photoimages Make Illustrative Images for Publication and Display Prepare Digital Images for Pre-press Printing

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Finance Options Available

All full-time CATC courses are Austudy and Abstudy approved. Flexible payment options are available.

In addition, SEEK Learning offers eligible students a finance option from Lombard Finance in Australia, so you can pay for your design course over time.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information.

Project-based, Supportive Training

At CATC, you learn through project-based study. Classes are informal and enable you to focus on your areas of interest.

CATC offers modern, professional training facilities. Classrooms and studios provide an ideal environment in which to work. Both Mac and IBM compatible computers are available, along with the latest software and hardware.

You have plenty of one-on-one time with your tutors, and access to them outside of class hours.

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Enjoy Real Employment Opportunities

Your CATC qualification gives you a real career advantage when you're starting out in design - thanks to the college's strong industry links.

Many employers approach CATC directly when looking to hire. As a CATC student, you have lifetime access to these job opportunities through CATC's job email service and jobs forum.

CATC graduates have been hired by:

During your course, you can even meet with industry professionals who will review your portfolio and provide advice - so you graduate with confidence and connections.

About CATC Design School

CATC Design School is a highly respected specialist design college, well known for producing award-winning graduates with the skills employers demand.

The college's outstanding industry reputation - and the calibre of its training - lead to excellent employment outcomes for graduates.

Find out more about CATC Design School.

Enquire now to find out about course prices, finance options and more.