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The Role of the Digital Imaging Technician in Cinematography

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FILM TV X 478.301

Discover the changing, necessary role of the Digital Imaging Technician (DIT), how crucial it is in helping the director of photography, and the growing entry-level opportunities for every kind of production.

Typically Available
Fall
Spring
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
4.0
Current Formats
Online
Cost
Starting at $835.00

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What you can learn.

Become trained in the tasks of the DIT including workflow, color management, LUTs, ACES, data management, and more
Understand the process of dailies generation and many other on-set tasks
Learn the basics of the art and techniques of color correction and digital intermediate through industry standard software

About This Course

With the prevalence of HD, 4K, and digital cinema technology, the digital imaging technician (DIT) has become crucial in helping the director of photography achieve and maintain the desired look of the picture. There are growing entry-level opportunities in this field, and the DIT is becoming a vital part of the camera department for all types of productions. The course is designed to train aspiring cinematographers on the tasks of the DIT including workflow, color management, LUTs, ACES, data management, dailies generation and many other on-set tasks. Instruction also provides a basic introduction to the art and techniques of color correction and the digital intermediate, including tutorials on industry-leading color and look management software.
Prerequisites

Students will be assigned a color correction project and are expected to use some type of image manipulation software to work with the images. Cost-free options will be described in class, and the instructor will work with each student to make sure they have a usable software tool to complete the project.

Spring 2026 Schedule

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This section has no set meeting times.
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Fee:
$835.00
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Notes

Internet access required. Materials required.

Deadline
Refunds only available from February 02, 2026 to April 12, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

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