Course Title : The Art and Science of Colour Grading
Software Used
Adobe Premiere Pro and Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve
AV8 Media UEN Number:
199907466K
SSG Course Code:
TGS-2023021822
WSQ Course Validity Period :
31-05-2023 to 30-05-2027
Course Duration:
3 days (9.30am - 5.30pm)
21 training hours (20 hours teaching and 1 hour assessment)
Mode of Training : Classroom (in person)
Introduction
Colour Grading used to be a very expensive process available only to high budget productions. However with the emergence of more affordable tools it has become a norm for more content to be colour graded. While colour grading has become more prevalent it is still a specialised ability that involves both technical and aesthetic expertise.
This hands-on course gives learners a firm foundation in the art and science of Colour Grading.
We start with balancing and primary correction, then move on to the finer points of secondary grading, including controlling selected tones/colours of the image using keying and curves. We also teach learners to use Masks to isolate & track regions, practise Continuity Matching between shots, animate grades, perform round-tripping with an editing program, and much more. We also help learners understand the basics of setting up their own grading suites.
Hands on practice begins with the colour grading tools within Adobe Premiere Pro, then we dive deep into the industry standard DaVinci Resolve so learners develop a clear understanding of the principles of colour grading and the ability to use industry standard software to perform complex colour grades for both aesthetic and technical purposes. The course is conduced on Mac workstations but all software and techniques are applicable to Windows also
Dates:
14th to 16th Apr 2026 (Tue to Thu)
8,11,12 May 2026 (Fri, Mon-Tue)
7th to 9th Jul 2026 (Tue to Thu)
Above course runs conducted by Ian Wee
Please contact us for more upcoming dates. Custom courses can be arranged for your organisation if you have a minimum number.
Full Course Fee:
S$ 1500 before 9% GST
S$ 1635 after 9% GST
This is a WSQ course which qualifies for various types of government funding
| Applicant | Course Fee Payable incl 9% GST |
| Self Sponsored Singapore Citizens (aged between 21 and 40 years ) PRs and LTVP+ holders | S$ 885.00 |
| Self Sponsored and Company Sponsored Singapore Citizens aged ≥ 40 years old ( SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy) | S$ 585.00 |
| SMEs and Similar Organisations (Enhanced Training Support for SMEs ) | S$ 585.00 |
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their $500 SkillsFuture Credit from the government to pay for a wide range of approved skills related courses. Visit myskillsfuture.com to choose from the courses available
This course is among those SkillsFuture Credit Eligible courses
. SkillsFuture Credit is only valid for Self Sponsored individuals.
This course is eligible for NTUC UTAP funding for individuals
Skillsfuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) and absentee payroll is applicable for SMEs and similar organisations .
All funding is subject to approval from the relevant agencies
More information available on our Funding page
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn about Colour Correction and Colour Grading using industry standard professional tools.
It provides valuable additional skills for Video Editors as well as Motion Graphics & Visual Effects Artists who want to understand how to grade their own shots. Directors and Directors of Photography are also highly encouraged to join so they can better understand what's achievable in grading, how to shoot for the grade, and how to communicate more effectively with Colourists.
It is tailored for those who prefer hands-on and interactive instruction. Skills learned in the course are applicable to any colour grading setup.
Minimum Entry Requirements/ Prerequisites
- Basic computer literacy is required with at least the ability to open and close programs, create folders and copy and paste files.
- Basic spoken and written English required as the course materials and software interface is in English
- Target Educational profile is Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent
- Experience with image editing, video editing and /or motion graphics tools is an advantage but is not compulsory
Course Objectives
This is a WSQ course mapped to Media TSC : Colour Grading Level 3
MED-MPN-3001-1.1
By the end of this course learners will be able be able to use industry standard tools to colour grade video content to meet creative and technical requirements.
They will be able to perform the following
• Analyse media content based on cinematography principles and acquisition formats
• Set up a colour grading project according to the technical requirements of the production
• Apply colour grading techniques to meet aesthetic and technical requirements of a project
• Export the final project for the appropriate media delivery specifications and standards
Assessment and Attendance Requirements
There is a 1 hour assessment conducted at the end of the course comprising of
Written Assessment (Online Test) - 16 min
Practical Exam : 44 min
Learners need to meet a min 75% attendance requirement and pass all assessments to be declared competent
A smartphone with camera and working Singpass account is required for QR code attendance taking
Detailed Course Outline:
After completing this course, participants will have a thorough understanding of the colour grading process. This includes,
- Understanding the reasons for Colour Grading
- Acquisition Factors that affect Colour Grading
- Visual examples of Colour Grading being used in different ways
- The Basics of Colour Theory
- Using Complementary Colours to your advantage
- Understanding your Image
- Preparing for Colour Grading
- Primary Controls
- Colour Correcting for Scene Continuity
- Secondary Grading
- Masks / Windows
- Applying a Stylised Look
- Keyframing Grades
- Grade Management
- Using a Control Surface to speed up your work
- Manually Controlling Broadcast Safe Output
- Exporting Projects
What you need to bring:
Workstations and materials are provided . You may bring your own writing materials if you wish to take notes.
A smart device with camera and working SingPass account is required for QR code attendance taking
Payment Methods:
For individuals:
- Cash is NOT accepted
- PayLah/ Paynow or Bank Transfer accepted (From client's own account)
- Skillsfuture Credit (From S$500 initial credit. Must be applied by first day of course)
if you are unsure of what component of your SkillsFuture Credit can be used please reach out to us for advice.
For Companies/ Organisations
- Bank Transfer/Giro/ Cheque Payment
AV8 Media is listed on Vendors.sg and GeBIZ.
Please contact us if you need help with payment processes
Cancellation,Reschedule and Refunds
You can see our Cancellation,Reschedule and Refunds policy here. Do reach out to us if you have any questions about it
Instructor:
An Adobe Premiere Pro and Blackmagic DaVinci Certified Instructor who is also a Dolby Vision Certified Professional, Ian has has conducted training for companies like Disney, HBO, Fox Sports, Globecast, Mediacorp ,SPH, Mothership and Sony Singapore among others.