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Joanne Stephan
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Advocate

Dial It In | BMX Video Settings Zoom Session

Online
Thu 11 Jun
Joanne Stephan
Image: Alpha 1 II (A1 II)
Dial in your video settings before this week’s BMX workshop

About the event

Before we hit the BMX pump track for the main workshop, jump into this fun and practical pre-event Zoom session designed to help you feel confident with your camera settings before shoot day.

Hosted by Joanne Stephan, this relaxed online session is perfect for photographers and videographers wanting to better understand how to set up their cameras for fast-paced BMX action video.

We’ll break down video settings in a simple and easy-to-understand way so you can spend less time stressing about menus and more time focusing on creativity when we hit the track. This session is open to all camera brands and skill levels and is designed to make the main workshop experience way more enjoyable and productive.

Grab a drink, jump on Zoom, ask questions, and get your camera dialled in before the action starts 🎥🔥

Techniques covered

  • Best frame rates for BMX action 
  • video Shutter speed settings for smooth cinematic motion 
  • Slow-motion setup explained simply 
  • Autofocus settings for tracking fast riders 
  • Picture profiles and colour settings 
  • Lens choices for action filmmaking 
  • Easy camera setup tips for shooting outdoors 
  • How to prepare your gear before the workshop

What to bring

  • Camera and lenses if you want to follow along 
  • Notepad 
  • Coffee, snacks, or your favourite drink ☕ 
  • Popcorn 🍿 
  • Questions you want answered

Event FAQs (For general FAQs, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page)

email: jstephanxx@gmail.com insta: jostephanxx
Thu 11 Jun 2026, 7:00PM - 8:00PM (UTC+10) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Suitable for all levels
Event capacity: 15
A$10 per/person    Book now
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
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