Intermediate Level: Setting Up The Perfect Interview Shot

In this Alchemy of Film video course, Byron, Camera Operator & Editor at Shot Blast Media, will show you how to set up the perfect interview video shot, including using the camera, utilising your lighting, and directing your presentor/actor. Steph, our Sales & Business Development Manager, will show you the best position to stand in and how to perform a good interview on camera. Let us know what else you'd like to learn on our Alchemy of Film video courses! Back to courses Downloadable Content Members Forum

Intermediate Level: Setting Up The Perfect Interview Shot2023-08-22T14:45:53+00:00

What Are The Best Video Production Apps For Your Phone?

In 2023, the power of video production is no longer limited to professional studios and expensive equipment. The advancement of technology has made it possible for anyone with a smartphone to become a video producer, and with a wide range of video production apps available, anyone can now create high-quality videos right from their phones. Video production apps have revolutionised the way we capture, edit, and share videos. These apps offer a variety of features that allow users to shoot, edit, add effects, and even create animations with just a few taps on their phone screens. One of the key advantages of using video production apps is their user-friendly interface. They are designed to be intuitive and accessible to users of all skill levels. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced videographer, these apps provide tools and features that make it easy to create professional-looking videos without any prior knowledge or experience in video editing. Video editing capabilities offered by these apps are also impressive. Users can trim and merge clips, add transitions and filters, adjust colours and exposure levels, as well as overlay text or graphics onto their videos. Moreover, many video production apps also include animation tools that allow users to bring static images or text to life with dynamic movements. These animation features enable users to add engaging visuals and storytelling elements to their videos effortlessly. Here’s some of the video production and animation apps that we recommend. Aardman Animator is an easy to use [...]

What Are The Best Video Production Apps For Your Phone?2023-07-27T10:57:52+00:00

What Can You Learn on a Social Media Video Training Course?

Social media video training courses are becoming increasingly popular as more businesses and individuals are looking to leverage the power of video content. In today's world, social media platforms are constantly evolving and video content has become an essential part of any successful social media strategy. With the rise of video production, it's crucial to have the skills and knowledge necessary to create engaging videos that capture your audience's attention. Attending a social media video training course can provide you with the tools and techniques needed to produce high-quality videos for your brand or business. Why is video training important? This type of video training is important to complete if you’re a digital marketer or working towards increasing your engagement with your audience across your social accounts. Social media video training workshops provide an opportunity to learn the latest techniques and strategies for creating engaging video content on social media. On this type of course, you will learn how to plan, shoot, and edit videos that will help you reach your target audience and build relationships with them. At Shot Blast Media, we offer unique video training courses, specifically for social media. How does it work? We run the video training courses in small groups of 1-6 delegates from the same company. The small group size and individual training means candidates have more time for practical sessions with our video training expert, David, who is currently working actively within the video and media industry. Candidates will have a very [...]

What Can You Learn on a Social Media Video Training Course?2023-07-26T08:52:00+00:00

Beginner Level: How To Set Up & Use A Tripod Effectively

In this Alchemy of Film video course, Byron, our Camera Operator and Editor, will show you how to set up a tripod for your camera. In this video, he will also teach you different techniques, such as panning and tilting, as well as lowering the camera using the spreader. After watching this video, you will be able to use your tripod more effectively when filming content for your business. Back to courses Downloadable Content Members Forum

Beginner Level: How To Set Up & Use A Tripod Effectively2023-06-15T09:51:23+00:00

Intermediate Level: How To Colour Grade A Video On Premiere Pro

In this Alchemy of Film video tutorial, Maddy from Shot Blast Media will show you how to use colour grading tools on Adobe Premiere Pro. Colour grading is a really important aspect of filmmaking, and it will help your video content have a more professional look. Adobe Premiere Pro is one of the most popular software for colour grading videos, as it has a wide range of tools and features that can help you to enhance the colours in your video. You can easily adjust the brightness, contrast, saturation, and other parameters to get the desired results quickly. You can also use tools like curves and colour wheels to make precise adjustments. Watch our latest Adobe Premiere Pro tutorial here on how to set up a video project correctly. Let us know what else you want to learn in our upcoming Alchemy of Film tutorials! Back to courses Downloadable Content Members Forum

Intermediate Level: How To Colour Grade A Video On Premiere Pro2023-05-05T09:25:01+00:00

Beginner Level: How To Make A YouTube Shorts Video

On this Alchemy of Film video tutorial, Maddy from Shot Blast Media will show you how to create a YouTube Shorts video from your phone. You will learn how to upload a video, how to add music, text and filters, and how to schedule your video content. YouTube Shorts is a new feature by YouTube that allows users to create short-form videos up to 60 seconds long. It has been designed to help content creators quickly produce and share engaging video content on the platform. With its easy-to-use tools, users can easily upload and edit videos, add music, and share their creations on the platform. YouTube Shorts can also be used for marketing purposes as it provides an effective way of reaching out to potential customers in an entertaining way. Let us know what you want to see in next months video tutorial! Back to courses Downloadable Content Members Forum

Beginner Level: How To Make A YouTube Shorts Video2023-02-22T09:30:09+00:00

Starting Out in the Video Production Industry: An Interview with Byron Sheldon

Byron Sheldon has been a permanent employee of Shot Blast Media since the end of July last year. Before this, he freelanced with the business as a Camera Operator and Editor. In this interview with Byron, he discusses his entrance into the video production industry, how his university film course helped with this, and the exciting things he’s been working on since. When did you decide you wanted to work in the video production industry? I decided I wanted to work in the video production industry ever since I watched Star Wars at 12 years old and thought, ‘how did they make that film?’ I then started my ventures looking into behind the scenes videos of films, which is when I knew I wanted to be a part of that incredible industry. What did you study at university and how did this help you get into the industry? I studied Filmmaking at Leeds Beckett, the Northern Film School, and it helped me gain the skills I needed for jobs like this. However, the main thing that got me into working at Shot Blast Media was the connections I made at work and through university. Often in this industry, it’s who you know, not what you know. How did you find freelancing at Shot Blast Media? It was a fun experience and it gave me the opportunity to learn a lot! I worked with Ben, one of the Camera Operators, on the first job that I freelanced and I learnt [...]

Starting Out in the Video Production Industry: An Interview with Byron Sheldon2023-01-18T11:58:50+00:00

The Video Production Industry: An Interview with David Mead

David Mead has been working at Shot Blast Media for more than 5 years now as a Camera Operator and Editor. In this interview with David, he discusses how he got into the video production industry, what he likes about working at Shot Blast Media, and his proudest moments in the film industry so far. When did you first decide to go into the video production industry? As a kid, I was obsessed with watching the original Star Wars trilogy and I remember discovering the ‘making of’ material with the DVDs and being able to see how it was made. I just thought, ‘I want to do that’, and here I am! What part of working in the video production industry do you enjoy the most? The best part about working in this industry is being able to constantly be creative. Creativity is a huge part of my role, and I love coming up with wacky ideas for different projects. I also enjoy working with the amazing team we have put together at Shot Blast Media, and working with a great boss too! When did you join Shot Blast Media? I joined Shot Blast Media in March 2017 and have enjoyed watching the team grow and develop since then! What is your favourite thing about working at Shot Blast Media? Every project and every week is different. I also love being able to film in all sorts of different locations around the UK and the world. It’s great to [...]

The Video Production Industry: An Interview with David Mead2023-01-18T12:10:18+00:00

Shot Blast Media is an Award Winning Filming Services Provider in the UK

Shot Blast Media is an award winning filming production company that crafts remarkable video experiences for organisations in various industries. We’re a team of creative storytellers, working incessantly to translate your ideas into wonderful video content. We’re a strategic partner to multiple businesses, and we follow a meticulous process to ensure the best results. Today, we’re thrilled to share that we were included on The Manifest’s B2B research list. Shot Blast Media was recognised as one of the top filming agencies in the UK this year! Lotty Wiltshaw, Director of Shot Blast Media, says “We’re truly honoured to be the recipient of this award. When we started ten years ago, all we aimed to do was to craft the best video experience for our partners. Time passed, and here we are. We’re grateful to all of our clients who continuously believe in our talents and the results we deliver." This year, the Shot Blast Media team has not only celebrated ten years in business, which was a huge milestone, but they have also expanded their team with two new starters, Byron Sheldon and Maddy Goddard, to join David Mead and Lotty on the business’ journey. The team can't wait to see what the next few years have in store for the company. Being given this Manifest award to show that we are one of the top video production companies in the UK is a fantastic achievement for the business and just goes to show how much we enjoy working [...]

Shot Blast Media is an Award Winning Filming Services Provider in the UK2022-10-12T08:27:20+00:00

Creating a Timelapse From Your Phone: Beginner Level

Timelapses are great pieces of content to use on businesses social media channels. They are quick and simple to create, and with this short guide on how to make a timelapse on your phone, you will have all the information you need to enhance your social media accounts. Back to courses Downloadable Content Members Forum

Creating a Timelapse From Your Phone: Beginner Level2022-10-20T08:56:48+00:00