Beginner video training: filming your travels and your family

Beginner Video Training: Learn How to Film Your Travels and Your Family

Filming your holidays, telling the story of a trip or preserving the important moments of family life deserves more than a simple succession of images. The framing, the light, the camera movements and the choice of shots give rhythm to a film and allow you to restore an atmosphere.

This video training for beginners teaches you how to master the basics of filming. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll discover how to make more vivid images, build cohesive sequences, and tell your experiences in a natural way.

Learn the basics of video making

A video that is pleasant to watch is based on a few essential principles. The choice of framing, the length of a shot and the way in which an action is followed directly influence the result.

You’ll learn how to observe a scene, anticipate interesting moments, and vary your shots. You’ll also learn how to avoid common mistakes, such as sudden movements, unnecessary zooms, or overly long shots.

Mastering framing and camera movements

A landscape, a scene of life or an activity is not always filmed in the same way. You will learn how to choose the right distance, compose an image and vary the angles of the shot.

The training also covers image stability, camera movements and movements that allow you to follow an action. You will discover how to use these techniques without weighing down your shots.

Filming your travels and telling a story

A holiday film is not just a succession of landscapes. Details, expressions, gestures and sounds also contribute to telling the story of an experience.

You will learn how to alternate wide shots and details, how to present a place and how to reproduce the atmosphere of a moment. These techniques will help you build richer and more lively sequences.

Filming your family and loved ones

Family moments offer many opportunities to make spontaneous images. However, filming people requires a little observation and anticipation.

You’ll discover how to vary framing, capture expressions, and film everyday activities without turning every moment into a shooting session. You’ll also learn how to avoid repetitive shots to keep scenes natural.

Understanding Light and Sound

Light influences the mood and readability of an image. You will learn how to use natural light, spot backlighting and choose a position that suits your subject.

Sound also contributes to the quality of a video. We’ll cover the basics of sound recording, recording vocals, and keeping ambient sounds. You’ll learn how to avoid some unwanted noise and get clearer recordings.

Preparing your images for editing

A film is built from the moment of shooting. By varying the shots and anticipating their sequence, you will facilitate the editing work.

You’ll learn how to organize your shots, think about seams, and build cohesive sequences. This approach will allow you to make better use of your footage when you want to stitch your film together.

To deepen your editing, you can then discover our DaVinci Resolve training, dedicated to video editing techniques.

Practical training in a small group in Carouge

The training focuses on practical exercises and personalized support. With a maximum of four participants, everyone has the time they need to experiment with the techniques covered and benefit from the trainer’s advice.

• Filming equipment provided during the training.
• Practical exercises to apply the concepts studied.
• Rushes available for some complementary exercises.
• Training organized in our studio in Carouge, near Geneva.
• Group limited to four participants.