Merging AI & Greenscreen for Videography

Lecturer: Jonathan Berman

About Jonathan

Jonathan is a cinematographer by trade, with a strong visual style and unique eye. He strives to immerse his audience in the frame he shoots through the use of context and aesthetics, be it for commercials, a documentary or branded content. With his technical knowledge of cameras, lights and editing, he considers himself a film all-rounder.

In 2009 he won the Highway Africa New Media award for his work on the hyperlocal content and news platform,790tv.co.za. This digital journey has now brought Jonathan to the dawn of AI tech in film making. He is already seeing the value in embracing the technologies available not to replace traditional concepts but rather augment them further.

Course Intro

Master the art of creating artificial intelligence-generated backgrounds. This skill is essential for those looking to integrate dynamic backdrops into green screen environments, bridging the gap between virtual and actual settings. Whether you’re a filmmaker, a content creator, or an enthusiast in the digital arts, this course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to craft seamless realities using cutting-edge AI technology. Get ready to enhance your production quality with backgrounds that elevate your storytelling to the next level.

Course outcomes:

• Participants will get to grips with the concepts of lighting both for the subject and for the greenscreen
• The ability to generate an AI background to use in a composite
• The ability to set up lighting to match AI backgrounds
• Composting for greenscreen