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Meet Your Instructor:
Thomas Favilla

A three-time Emmy-nominated editor, Thomas Favilla brings years of professional experience in both editing and color grading. Having worked on The Daily Show, Game Theory with Bomani Jones, and various projects for Hulu, Showtime, History Channel, and Disney, Thomas understands the critical role of color in storytelling. With a passion for both activism and documentary filmmaking, he teaches color grading not just as a technical skill, but as an art form that elevates the social impact of human stories.

Thomas Favilla is a guest instructor at The Brooklyn Edit Suite.

Introduction to Color Grading in DaVinci Resolve

Color grading is one of the most powerful tools in a filmmaker’s arsenal—capable of transforming raw footage into visually striking, cinematic images. This course is a comprehensive introduction to color correction using DaVinci Resolve, the industry’s leading color grading platform.

Through a blend of theory and hands-on practice, you will:

  • Learn how to navigate DaVinci Resolve’s interface and core tools.

  • Use video scopes and correction tools to enhance color, contrast, and exposure.

  • Develop a structured approach to achieving aesthetic consistency in your projects.

  • Explore color theory and cinematic palettes to elevate your storytelling.

  • Understand best practices for rendering and exporting final projects across different platforms.


By the end of this course, you will have a solid foundation in color grading, equipping you with the skills to create professional-grade visuals.


Who this course is for:

  • Beginners with no prior experience in color grading who want to learn from the ground up.

  • Filmmakers and video editors looking to enhance their visual storytelling with color correction.


SCHEDULE:

  • Summer Term (July 3 course start date)

    • Fridays (5:30pm - 8:00pm)

  • Total course time: 4 weeks, plus 1 free onboarding session

  • Total course hours: 11


FEE: $345 $310

Enroll now.