Digital Video Camera Techniques Course

Capture professional-quality video footage on this practical one-day camera techniques course.

Covers manual settings, composition, lighting and sound — then shoot a real interview.

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Digital Video Camera Techniques course

Digital Video Camera Techniques Course

Digital Video Camera Techniques Course

Capture professional-quality video footage on this practical one-day camera techniques course. You'll cover the technical theory behind video definition, frame rates and bit rates, how to build a pre-shoot checklist, how to manually control exposure, aperture, shutter speed and ISO, how to frame and compose shots effectively, how to set up three-point and natural lighting, and how to record clean audio with the right microphone positioning.

The day ends with a practical interview shoot, applying everything you've covered. Please bring your camera.

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One Day

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10:00 - 16:30 UK Time

  • Key Learning Points

  • icon Choose the right kit and build a pre-shoot checklist
  • icon Control exposure, aperture, shutter speed and ISO
  • icon Frame and compose shots with confidence
  • icon Set up three-point and natural lighting
  • icon Record clean audio with the right microphone

If attending an online course you must have a licensed copy of any software required and access to a suitable computer.

Please bring a camera with you, all other equipment will be provided. You need no previous experience to attend this course.

Our Expert Team
Expert Trainers

Course leader is an experienced industry expert

Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
28th Aug 26 Fri London Islington Available £399.00 £50.00 £349.00 + VAT
1st Oct 26 Thu London Islington Available £399.00 £20.00 £379.00 + VAT
9th Dec 26 Wed London Islington Available £399.00 £399.00 + VAT
No in-person dates available at the moment.
Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
28th Aug 26 Fri London Islington Available £399.00 £50.00 £349.00 + VAT
1st Oct 26 Thu London Islington Available £399.00 £20.00 £379.00 + VAT
9th Dec 26 Wed London Islington Available £399.00 £399.00 + VAT
No online dates available at the moment.
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Course Dates

28th Aug 26 (Fri)

Location:London Islington

Places: Available

RRP: £399.00

Discount: £50.00

You Pay: £349.00 + VAT
1st Oct 26 (Thu)

Location:London Islington

Places: Available

RRP: £399.00

Discount: £20.00

You Pay: £379.00 + VAT
9th Dec 26 (Wed)

Location:London Islington

Places: Available

RRP: £399.00

Discount:

You Pay: £399.00 + VAT

Course Outline

1

Introduction

The basic technical theory about video definition, frame rates and bit-rates

Advice on what equipment you might need to purchase

Building a pre-shoot checklist

2

Using the Manual Camera Settings

Manually setting your camera's exposure

F-stops and aperture settings

Depths of field and when to use it

Shutter speed and its effects

Camera gain and how to avoid it

Balancing shutter speed, aperture and available light

Exposing a difficult subject

3

Shot Composition and Framing a Subject

Correct shot composition for an interview

Best use of available space and backgrounds

Wide, medium and close-ups

Examples of good/bad framing

4

Simple Camera Moves

The importance of a good tripod

Pans, tilts and zooms

How to use moves effectively

Holding a shot

5

Lighting Techniques

Three-point lighting

Using a simple key-light

Using a reflector as a fill

Ensuring correct colour balance

Using natural lighting

6

Working With Sound

Different types of microphone and which ones you need

Positioning your mic correctly

Getting good sound levels in your camera

Reducing ambient noise

7

Shooting an Interview

Framing basics

Basic interview techniques

The concept of The Line

Looking or not looking at the camera

Shooting reverses, noddies, 2-shots and pieces to camera

How to shoot for easier editing

Who attends?

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Career Progressives

Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.

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Career Changers

People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.

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Graduates

Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.

Learn Your Way

Face to Face

Face To Face

Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.

Live Online

Live Online

Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.

Team Training

Team Training

Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.

Three Steps To Success

1

Identify Your Path

Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.

2

Learn With Experts

Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.

3

Earn Certification

Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.