They say there’s a world of possibility at your fingertips, and in the case of smartphones, this couldn’t be truer. Your personal device holds ample opportunity - and the necessary software - for producing, editing and distributing video, and far from the glitchy, poor-quality videos of not so long ago, you can easily create content of an extremely high standard.
Rob Glass, BBC-trained video journalist, follows on from his popular masterclass, Create engaging video using your smartphone, with this advanced weekend bootcamp. Suitable for anyone new to video production, or with an intermediate understanding, this bootcamp will take a deeper dive into the fundamentals of what makes a great video and how you can achieve this from the comfort of your own home.
As well as exploring filming and editing techniques, you will also take a look into how the different elements of video combine to make an engaging story. On the second day of this course you will work through the process of producing a video with Rob’s expert assistance and guidance and have the opportunity to receive feedback on your work.
Throughout the weekend, you will have access to a dedicated Slack channel where you can discuss projects with your tutor, Rob, and also share your projects and materials with your classmates.
By the end of the bootcamp, you will leave with a complete toolkit and have the confidence and skills ready to start recording and publishing your own videos.
This course is for …
Anyone who has attended Create engaging video using your smartphone: A masterclass with video journalist Rob Glass, who would like to further develop their skills
Anyone with a basic understanding of creating videos who wants to understand how to further utilise their smartphone to produce compelling content
Anyone who wishes to learn more about video editing and production
Course content
Stages of production
Planning and capturing footage
Exploring the different types of video storytelling
How to use narration to lead your story
The importance of cutaways
How to acquire and use soundbites
A toolkit of filming and editing techniques
Before the course
Please make sure your smartphone or tablet has at least 1GB of free memory
Download the free KineMaster editing app on your smartphone or tablet
Complete the pre-course questionnaire we will send upon booking, you will also receive joining instructions for the course Slack group
To get the most out of this course, it is recommended that you have a tripod for your smartphone. If you do not already have one, you will receive kit recommendations upon booking.
Tutor profile
Rob Glass has worked in broadcasting for 20 years, working as a television producer for both the BBC and ITV. He found his niche as a video journalist, single-handedly filming and editing features for BBC News as well as training other BBC journalists. In 2004, he set up independently to help other organisations communicate using video, producing over 1,000 video features. Having witnessed the power of well-made video first hand, Rob became passionate about passing this power on. Before travel restrictions, he ran workshops around the world for organisations such as Siemens, Deloitte and Disney. As well as leading masterclasses for the Guardian, Rob also writes and presents online courses for LinkedIn Learning, based in California.
Details
Date: Saturday 14 May and Sunday 15 May 2022
Times: 2pm-5.30pm (BST)
Price: £249 (plus £7.31 booking fee)
You will be sent a link to the webinar two hours before the start time of 2pm (BST).
This masterclass is available globally. If you are joining us from outside the United Kingdom, please use this time zone converter to check your local live streaming time.
2pm BST | 3pm CEST | 6am PDT | 9pm EDT
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