Videography Courses
Learn video production on our hands-on courses in London. A professional videographer teaches you the essentials of camera, lighting and composition.
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Seven courses, from one to three days. Each one stands alone. Not sure? Call us on +44 (0)20 7407 8880
Video Production and Editing
- Plan your shoot and prepare a location checklist
- Frame shots and apply lighting techniques on set
- Capture clean audio and minimise background noise
Filming and Editing Interviews
- Configure your camera for interview shooting
- Set up lighting for a polished on-screen look
- Record clean audio with the right equipment
Digital Video Camera Techniques
- Choose the right kit and build a pre-shoot checklist
- Control exposure, aperture, shutter speed and ISO
- Frame and compose shots with confidence
Filming With A Smartphone
- Choose the right kit and plan your shoot
- Configure your phone settings for video
- Apply manual settings for exposure and focus
Shooting Video with a DSLR
- Set up your DSLR correctly for video shooting
- Control exposure, focus and white balance manually
- Frame, compose and light your shots effectively
Storyboarding for Video and Animation
- Apply the key principles of visual storytelling
- Convey shot types, angles and camera movement
- Break down a script into storyboard sequences
Risk Assessments for Film and TV Productions
- Explain why risk assessments matter on set
- Conduct a location recce and identify hazards
- Complete an industry-standard risk assessment
How we teach Videography
Media Training Ltd has taught in London since 1993. Videography courses are hands-on. Classes are up to eight at our Islington centre, or up to six live online. Your trainer works with Videography professionally. You get 28 days of helpdesk support after your course.
Who learns Videography?
For anyone who wants to shoot professional-quality video using their smartphone.
What learners say about our Videography courses
1,384 reviews · 99.5% recommend · Read all reviewsReally good at explaining things simply for beginner people. logical steps from theory to practical.
Digital Video Camera Techniques · November 2026Very interactive and engaging with good hands-on examples. Trainer was super knowledgeable and helpful.
Digital Video Camera Techniques · November 2026PItching and adapting the training to meet the specific needs of the team
Digital Video Camera Techniques · November 2026James was a dedicated and knowledgeable instructor who explained the concepts clearly and made them easy to understand. The session was well-balanced between theory and hands-on practice, giving us valuable opportunities to apply what we had learned. He was also very patient and approachable, creating a welcoming environment where we felt comfortable asking questions.
Digital Video Camera Techniques · November 2026Friendly team. Good on site facilities. Trainer friendly and knowledgeable
Filming With A Smartphone · October 2026Very informative and interactive. Opportunity to do anything and everything that is required individually.
Filming and Editing Interviews · September 2026A range of knowledge and useful scenarios re-created to test real world filming. Useful try outs of trainers camera and equipment too.
Digital Video Camera Techniques · September 2026Ben is a very friendly, kind, and supportive tutor. We worked together very well, and he tailored the course to my specific needs and goals. His guidance was clear, helpful, and engaging throughout. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great learning experience.
Storyboarding for Video and Animation · September 2026Matt was absolutely amazing, thorough and provided great explanation for everything
Risk Assessments for Film and TV Productions · September 2026Well organised, super friendly on arrival, and made to feel welcome straight away. Teaching fab - knowledgeable and effective - and split into just right sized bites. THANK YOU X
Video Production and Editing · September 2026Was really informative and useful, gave lots of clear examples at every stage
Video Production and Editing · September 2026taking time to explain things and answer any questions to help expand knowledge within the session
Digital Video Camera Techniques · August 2026Ways to learn Videography
The same course content, three ways to take it.
At our centre
Scheduled public course in Islington
Live online
Scheduled public course on Zoom
Private training
Your own course at our centre, online or at your workplace