Through the Lens.
A 5 Day Training to develop filmmaking and storytelling skills.
Learn how to tell your story through film
This training has been designed to take someone with very little knowledge of filmmaking and get them to a place where they can use a camera to create high quality videos for their company or brand.
The training covers the basics of filmmaking and does not require a background in using cameras or photography.
If required we can tailor the training more to cover more of what you need as a company.
We can also work with you to discern what your camera and editing software needs will be and train you on those specific requirements.
SCHEDULE.
In our training a great amount of focus is spent on efficiency and production value. We’re always looking to get the best quality. The Through the Lens training will take you 1 on 1 through this process so by the end of the week you can use your camera to create great stories for your company or university.
DAY 1: Storytelling through Film - There’s a lot of theory to making films, even if they are just short and educational. Maybe they are for marketing, or maybe they are an interview. In this section we look at how we put films together and how they are made before they’re even filmed.
DAY 2: The Technology - In this section we look at both the video and audio of making films. We cover the cameras we use and the settings they need to get great quality. We look at a range of cameras for video and a range of microphones for audio. This will be about getting used to the technology before Day 3.
DAY 3: Capturing Video - In this session we head out to capture a film that we storyboarded on Day 1. We use the cameras in the field and look at how we make sure it’s high quality even when the weather and timings might be against us. We also look at how we shoot interviews and people talking to camera to make sure we get across what we want to say.
DAY 4: The Edit - Films are made in the edit process. We need to know how to import all the data we shot, as well as how we organise them and get them in to our editing software. We’ll then look at all facets of the editing software and end the day with a fully formed video to upload.
DAY 5: Further Techniques - In filmmaking, variety is important. Here we look at a few more techniques that are vital to the filmmaking process. We look at how to properly use tripods, how we use gimbals, and create timelapses. We also look at voice overs.
PROJECT: We then set a project for you to accomplish within the next month. You’ll have to sit down create a concept and story board a video. Arrange logistics and go out and shoot it. Then edit and upload it within 1 month for review.
REVIEW: We then have a review session where we look at the film and see what can be improved and whats been done well. This is an opportunity to ask more questions and cement what we’ve learned.
COSTS
Full Training
£2.5K
This cost is for a full 5 days of training and the review sessions too. You’ll also have access to your trainer for the entire month for questions that might crop up whilst creating your film. This training is designed to be 1 on 1 with your staff. For more options please contact us.
Camera Bundle
£2.5K
In this bundle we work with you to find out exactly what your needs will be in video creation. We then source all the camera and video equipment you will need to create 4K videos with great sound and edit them too. The gear will arrive with your trainer at the start of the week already set up and ready to go.
Drone Training Bundle
£1.2K
In this bundle we work with you to find out exactly what your drone needs might be for creating film and photography through drones. We then run a 1 day training session and provide you with a Mavic Mini 2 Drone that is fully set up and ready to go. We look at theory and practical elements and by the end of the day prepare you for the A2 CofC drone exam to be taken when you feel comfortable.
The Project Team.
Huw James - Filmmaker and Nat Geo Trainer
Huw has been a science communicator for over 15 years. His Bachelors is in Astronomy and Space Science and Geology and has trained in public speaking, filmmaking and photography to tell stories that matter.
He now makes science media and works with scientists and engineers to tell their stories. He trains National Geographic Explorers in filmmaking and trains scientists from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine as well as a number of UK universities.
He has made worked with the Open University, the Royal Society of Chemistry, the British Science Association, the British Council, the IET, the Royal Society, the Royal Academy of Engineering, Bosch and more.