The way we work may have changed, but video remains as popular as ever. Being able to produce short videos on your own will give you the freedom and power to say what you want, when you want, using the medium that people want. The brilliance of smartphones means that creating video is easy. But how do you ensure your videos stand out for their quality and content?

Whether you’re interested in creating videos for business or pleasure, the BBC-trained video journalist Rob Glass will show you how to embrace the power of storytelling and produce superb videos simply and effectively with your smartphone.

You will learn how to create engaging video from scratch using your smartphone’s video functions, without the need for expensive equipment or editing programmes. During the course you will create video footage and receive expert feedback from Rob throughout the class.

Suitable for people who have little to no experience in video filming or editing, who have a modern Apple or Android phone – or even a tablet – this masterclass presents an unmissable opportunity to produce captivating content with the one device you always have to hand.

Course Content

The foundations of well-made video
How to get the most out of your device’s camera
How to take great shots
How to present in front of camera
How to effectively film people chatting
Mastering a relevant free editing app
Writing and recording engaging voiceover
How to tell stories using video
Sharing your videos with the world

Before the course

Please make sure your smartphone has at least 1GB of free memory
Download the free KineMaster editing app on your iPhone or Android smartphone (or tablet). Ignore any prompts to pay.

This course is for…

Beginners who want to learn the basics of producing smart phone videos
Anyone interested in improving their storytelling skills for their videos

Tutor Profile

Rob Glass has worked in broadcasting for 20 years, working as a television presenter for both BBC and ITV. He found his niche as a video journalist, single-handedly filming and editing features for BBC News as well as training other BBC journalists. In 2004, he set up independently to help other organisations communicate using video, producing over 1,000 video features. Having witnessed the power of well-made video first hand, Rob grew passionate about passing this power on. Before travel restrictions, Rob ran workshops around the world for organisations such as Siemens, Deloitte and Disney. As well as leading Masterclasses for The Guardian, Rob also writes and presents online courses for LinkedIn Learning, based in California.

Course Details

Date: Thursday 3 August 2023
Times: 6pm-9pm BST

A catch up recording will be shared after the class and will be available for two weeks.

This masterclass is available globally. If you are joining us from outside the United Kingdom, please use this time zone converter to check your local live streaming time.

6pm BST | 7pm CST | 10am PT | 1pm ET

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Create engaging video using your smartphone with Rob Glass