INTRODUCTION

Since 2006, Mayad Studios has been a frontrunner in the wedding industry with an outstanding list of
accumulated accreditations.

The studio has an astounding following on their social media platforms that includes over 82,000 fans on
Facebook, over 23,000 followers on Twitter, Instagram, & Sina Weibo, over 7,000 subscribers on Youtube,
and over 1,000,000 plays on Vimeo in the year 2015 alone. Mayad Studios is the top choice of Asian
Celebrities including Fish Leong, Viann Leung and, Jolie Chan as well as Local Celebrities like Tuesday
Vargas, Shalani & Roman Rumulo, TJ Trinidad, Anne Curtis & John LLoyd (for Swatch), Pops & Martin
(Valentines Concert), Vanessa Matsunaga, Daniel Matsunaga (viral video), Eric ‘SlickRick’ Virata, Maricar
Reyes & Richard Poon, and Dingdong Dantes & Marian Rivera. They have also been featured in the Taiwan
and Chinese News for their “Early and Chloe” Viral Bali Video, have bagged numerous awards including
the WEVA (Wedding and Event Videographers Association) gold-finalist, and have been recognized as one
of the 25 Most Influential Videographers of the World for EventDv.

The Mayad Academy shares their knowledge and skills to curious videographers all over the globe with the
aspiration to inspire more into their craft. From couples whose stories and memories they share, to fellow
videographers aspiring to hone their skills in the industry; the Mayad Academy will guide them to create
passionate work, capture genuine memories, and immortalize unforgettable moments to last a lifetime.

Above their aim to aspire and inspire the passionate videographers of the world – the Mayad Academy sets
their eyes on their greatest masterpiece of accomplishing their vision of going beyond borders, reaching more
places and touching more lives.

The Master Class series of Mayad Academy fulfills their commitment to guide and mentor young, seasoned,
passionate and aspiring videographers in directing and editing wedding films.

Join the Master Class teachers: Alvin Paver (Mayad Studios Co-Founder & CEO), Kristopher King Caldera
(Mayad Studios’ Head Director), Gabriel Lorenzo Pagcaliwagan (Mayad Studios’ Director) and Jackner John
Borja (Mayad Digital Director of Operations and Business Development) as they mentor and guide you
through learning the right techniques, developing an eye for detail, and utilizing the most suitable equipment
to help you create passionate work, capture genuine memories, immortalize unforgettable moments and mold
you into becoming an exceptional storyteller.
COURSE OUTLINE

MAYAD MASTERCLASS

EPISODE 0: TEASER (Alvin Paver)

Learn the story and history of the leaders in the industry and the teachers of the Master Class series.

EPISODE 1: INTRODUCTION (Alvin Paver)

The introductory class in the Master Class series introduces its students in the world of directing and editing
wedding films. The students get the opportunity to learn what is in store for them, get to know the equipment,
skills and techniques they will be practicing and understand what it takes to be part of the industry.

EPISODE 2: EQUIPMENT: AUDIO (Jackner John Borja)

Recognize, learn, understand and master everything you need to know and more on audio equipment
including the basics, transmitters, mics and recorders.

This class specifically covers the purposes, functions, utilization, and applications of the following
equipment: cable pouch, RCA, PL, XLR, 3.5mm Jack, RØDE Link & Sennheiser G3/G4 transmitters, RØDE
VideoMic Pro, RØDE VideoMic Go & the Lapel Mic and, the ZOOM H1 Recorder.

EPISODE 3: EQUIPMENT: STABILIZERS (Jackner John Borja)

Learn how to properly manipulate one of the most important equipment in assuring the capture of smooth
and undisturbed videos by participating in the Stabilizers Equipment class.

This class will cover different Tripods as well as the Monopod, Glidecam and Handheld Gimbals including
the DJI Ronin and the Zhiyun.

EPISODE 4: EQUIPMENT: CAMERA (Jackner John Borja)

Become a master in operating a videographers imperative and most powerful weapon: the camera. Learn
about the factors of why the camera is the optimal tool with the Sony A7sii by looking into its physical and
internal features, file types, slow motion and picture profiles. Also, understand what, why and which lenses
are being used in the industry including 24-70mm, 70-200mm, 100mm, 50mm, 16-35mm, 28-135mm and,
100mm Sony.

EPISODE 5: WEDDING DAY PREPS (King Caldera)

Prepare yourself for the big day by learning the essentials that must be ready on the day of the Wedding.

Understand how to prepare all your equipment including their placement and preparations, camera settings,
movements, do’s & don’ts and, important reminders. Make sure that the directing and shooting for the
preparation, setup and demos of the bride and groom are well prepared for by learning the things to consider,
do’s and don’ts that varies through clients and important moments you should not forget to shoot. Also, learn
what it takes to create killer shots from bridal elegance, ring shots, capturing all the details (shoes, wedding
invitations, watches, cufflinks, jewelry, perfume and, cars), and slow motion.

This class will include a Q&A for students to better understand these essentials.
EPISODE 6: WEDDING DAY CEREMONY (King Caldera)

Learn how to create the perfect Wedding Ceremony Setup from recognizing different kinds of ceremony per
culture and understanding the Wedding Ceremony (Church/Christian). This set up lesson will also cover the
assigned Cam Operator Stations, things that happen during the ceremony, the importance & Symbolism of
the ceremony and, Do’s and Don’ts.

During the ceremony, learn what to do during the shooting and setting up the audio from placement, double-
checking and importance.

EPISODE 7: WEDDING DAY VOWS (King Caldera)

One of the most critical moments during any wedding are the exchange of vows. Understand the important
factors of the interview Set up and Demo, gears needed during this moment, how to get the story out of the
couple, lighting the indoor interview, outdoor interview and, audio setup.

This class specifically covers an introduction to why the interview is necessary, equipment placement and
preparations, camera settings, frequent and important questions for the couple, things to consider about the
location, mood, double-checking and important reminders.

EPISODE 8: WEDDING DAY RECEPTION (King Caldera)

Capture the most memorable moments of the Wedding Reception by mastering the Setup and learning how
to shoot each important section such as the Father and Daughter Dance, the Couple’s First Dance and Games
with all the wedding participants.

EPISODE 9: PRE-WEDDING PLANNING (Gabriel Pagcaliwagan)

The final class for the Mayad Master Class is the Introduction to Pre-wedding Planning. Learn the importance
of the Client meeting including getting to know the couple, what does the couple want in their video and,
what style does the couple want for their video. This class will also cover concept building and identifying
the location shoot to help understand more about what goes on before the wedding itself.