JUST HIT RECORD - Storytelling Basics for Photographers

Name: JUST HIT RECORD - Storytelling Basics for Photographers - Session 1
Start: 2025-11-05T19:00:00Z
End: 2025-11-05T20:00:00Z
Location: Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.

Joanne Stephan

Image: Alpha 1 II (A1 II)

Designed for photographers who want to take the leap into videostorytelling

About the event

If you can frame a photo with a story in mind, you can do the same with video, you just have a few extra tools to help you.

This session is all about helping photographers take that first step into storytelling through motion. We’ll break down what makes a story work, how to think in sequences, and how to turn everyday moments into short visual stories that connect.

Perfect for photographers ready to hit record and bring their storytelling to life!

Techniques covered

Why stories make people care
The 3 core building blocks of a great story
How to film in 3–5 shot sequences for smoother edits
Simple ways to add movement and energy to your shots

What to bring

Note book
Hot beverage
Popcorn
Vibes!

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

I have more questions. Can I contact the host?

jstephanxx@gmail.com

Beginner Video Cinema Line

Session 1 - Wed 5 Nov 2025, 7:00PM - 8:00PM (UTC+11) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney (Closed)

Wed 5 Nov 2025, 7:00PM - 8:00PM (UTC+11) Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney

Beginner

A$10 per/person

Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.

2026 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

2026 marks the eleventh year of the Alpha Awards celebrating the greatest images from across Australia and New Zealand captured on Sony Alpha cameras and lenses, giving you the chance to share in over $62,000 (AUD) worth of Sony digital imaging gear.

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Advocate

Joanne Stephan

Hey, I’m Joanne (but you can call me Jo) - an award-winning filmmaker, photographer and licensed drone operator based in Sydney, with a deep love for capt...

Highly recommend these sessions. Joanne is an extremely knowledgeable and patient advocate, with so much experience and wisdom to share”

Ciara Rogers, One to One Sessions focused on learning techniques, optimizing your camera, and testing gear.

My Gear

Alpha 1 II (A1 II)

Jo is amazing, always helpful and willing to answer any question, a total open book. Thanks for a great session, look forward to attending more.”

Naomi Chambers, Just Hit Record - Video Basics for Photographers