iColorist is one of the most prominent and recognized organizations dedicated to teaching color in the post-production sector.
We train and support working colorists, editors, cinematographers, directors, DITs, VFX artists, restoration artists, audio engineers and DPs with staff positions at major facilities or busy freelancers working on a wide variety of television, commercial and feature film content.
Major post facilities and broadcasters contract the ICA to train their people on best color correction practices and color science.
Our instructors are active professionals who work around the world. Together they have accumulated more than 200 years of experience that they are happy to share with their students. We’ve taught classes in 46 cities across 5 continents, but now also offer online and remote learning – in a variety of timezones and languages.
We teach classes at beginner, advanced and masterclass levels on Color Science, HDR, DaVinci Resolve, Monitor Calibration, Colorist Strategies, Digital Makeup, Looks, specific classes for work on commercials or feature films, and so much more.
We offer the following solutions to your color problems:
Book a remote private session with a veteran expert to work through technology issues, recharge your creative mind, or fill a niche gap in your knowledge.
Just let us know what you need to get out of your time and we will pair you with a specialist working colorist that can help. Rates start at US$99 per hour for private training or consultation.
The ICA is now offering live virtual colorist training! All ICA classes are now available online using ZOOM or similar software – keep an eye on our upcoming courses or contact us to explain your interests. We are running live group remote training that mirrors the classroom experience, with groups of 6 students max. The class are smaller, less hours with more breaks. Media is supplied, aiding practice during and after the class. All ICA group classes receive a digital copy of your certificate.
We run them the same way as our tradition classroom classes, so probably twice a year in each time zone based on demand. Obviously with no travel and location overheads the frequency can be higher.
What if the class is not in my timezone?
A fixed time zone will not suit everybody, so we are running in different time zones with a moderator/translator used where needed.
How can I see a schedule?
All classes whether online of classroom with appear on the ICA home page calendar.
What equipment will I need?
A laptop or desktop system capable of running the latest Davinci Resolve software. Resolve is a good bench mark for the type of machine needed.
Two monitors is preferred but not essential. This means you can have your software on one monitor and the instructor on the other.
A headphone set and microphone is essential. Check that you have a steady reliable internet connection.
We run a pre-class flight check for each student before the class begins.
How will I get the training footage and supporting documents?
A week before your class you receive a download link. This will enable you to be confident and comfortable of your set up before the class begins.
What is the cost?
Prices are not fixed as all the ICA trainers have slightly different rates depending on the type and length of the class.
Can I keep the training footage after the class?
Yes. Media and any handouts can be used to progress your learning.
Will I get a recording of the class?
Yes. All classes are recorded and distributed as soon as we can.
Are the ICA virtual classes certified like the classroom?
Yes, you will receive a digital ICA certificate.
Can I still become an ICA member?
Yes, you will be able to get your bio on the ICA website and will have access to discounts from the sponsors.
iColorist offers local training around the world – keep an eye on our upcoming courses or contact us to explain your interests and describe your preferred locations. Our courses include:
An understanding of color grading can benefit the end-to-end filmmaking process. Film schools give students the foundations for the rest of their career, but color is a specialist and often overlooked part of filmmaking, and needs to be understood by every role from DP to editor. We can design a several day or several week curriculum to give your students crash course in color, to better equip them in their future roles.
Every piece of recorded footage will be color managed and graded. Understanding how to factor this into filmmaking and use it as part of the vision, as well as its technical management, will give students of film a well-rounded knowledge base and an industry edge.
Adding an understanding of color to your curriculum is as simple as 1-2-3
1. Get in touch today Email us for an initial discussion about your needs: budget, current curriculum, and goals
2. Design your curriculum Choose your modules, marking system, class size and format…
3. Continue to optimise Tweak the syllabus semester to semester to keep an up-to-date offering and improve with student feedback
Private Online One-on-One or Bespoke Group Classes
Private, intensive group courses designed exactly for your organisation’s needs. We can design a several day or several week curriculum to give your employees a crash course in color – from color theory to film looks to technical skills.
iColorist offers custom training, for example for a new project or suite. We can conduct this onsite, on your equipment at your facility, or remotely. We will customise a curriculum according to the needs of your team.
Everything is scalable, so have a look at our existing classes or let us know what you need. The class can be fully customized to your individual or company needs, including the class duration and the time of day it is conducted.
Prices for these customized class are available on demand.
Want to learn at your own speed? Get a series of classes for on set price and work through the course in your own time. Courses include DaVinci Resolve and HDR.
High Dynamic Range (HDR) has been available to consumers since 2016 and has been widely adopted in media and entertainment. But, do you really know what HDR is? This course, taught by Kevin Shaw, is much more than a tutorial. Structured classes will help you master HDR, learn about HDR displays, and how to grade HDR content. You’ll understand the different HDR formats, including Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG. While most of the course aims to be application-agnostic (HDR theory and not button pushing), you will also learn how to set up and grade HDR in DaVinci Resolve.
HDR is unanimously claimed as better, but it significantly affects workflow from capture and mastering through to delivery and display. With a deeper knowledge of HDR workflows, formats, and display technologies, you can better invest, implement and explore the possibilities the tech brings. Learn to differentiate good HDR from poor HDR and showcase HDR from technical HDR.
Aim of the course: learn new skills for HDR
This course is much more than a one-off tutorial. Learn to take full advantage of new workflows and develop new skills for high dynamic range content. Experience how lighting, editing and grading are affected, and which tools are most useful to achieve bigger, better color. Learn the three essential workflows for HDR mastering. The course covers critical concepts and practical considerations for HDR production, workflow, grading, mastering, distribution, and viewing. You will also build your vocabulary around HDR and communicate effectively in technical and creative related discussion.
Course targeted towards colorists, VFX artists, DIT, editors, and more
This is an introductory level course ideal for colorists, engineers, cinematographers, DITs, VFX artists, and editors involved in HDR pre-production, production and post-production. It’s also useful for producers, directors and designers as they encounter demand for HDR, Dolby vision, UHD Premium, Rec 2020, and wide color gamut. If you are looking for a structured HDR tutorial, this course is for you.
An HDR display is useful for the practical exercises, but not necessary for the course. Ideally, you’ll want to take this course before investing in HDR if you can, as it will save you time and money! The course utilizes Resolve to explain many of the principles but you don’t need to be an experienced colorist to get a lot of information out of the course.
Materials provided in the downloads for the course
You will receive instruction in 13 class movies filmed at Dolby London, as well as three Resolve archives with projects and media to grade.
Project 1 has test images and raw content from the BlackMagic Design BMPCC 6k camera
Project 2 is an SDR quicktime promo that you will trim to HDR
CSI Full members can claim 10% discount on all ICA classes. CSI Alliance and Associates can claim 5% discount on all classes. N.B. CSI discounts cannot be used in addition to other discounts. Discounts must be claimed prior to registration and payment.
