Video Shooting for Beginners

If you’ve ever wanted to shoot video but felt unsure where to start, this beginner‑friendly workshop will guide you through the essentials of setting up your camera with confidence. Designed for absolute beginners, we break everything down into simple, practical steps so you can start capturing clean, professional‑looking footage — even if you’ve never touched video settings before.

In this hands‑on session, you’ll learn how to:

• Understand the key parts of your camera and what each one does

• Set up your camera for video, from resolution and frame rate to file formats

• Choose the right exposure settings (ISO, shutter speed, aperture) for different lighting conditions

• Use autofocus and manual focus effectively

• Select picture profiles and white balance for natural‑looking colour

• Stabilise your shots and frame your subject with intention

• Build a simple, reliable workflow you can use every time you shoot

You’ll walk away knowing how to confidently set up your camera, avoid common beginner mistakes, and capture footage that’s ready for editing. No prior experience needed — just curiosity, your camera, and a willingness to learn.

• Learning to shoot video
• Basics with settings

• yourself 
• camera