Animation, Video and Audio
Filming with a Smartphone
Learn to shoot, light, record audio and edit publishable video using just your phone. 1-day practical course for professionals.
Format
Live instructor-led
Hands-on, question-led sessions
Location
London NW10 or online
9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT
Level
All levels
Small groups, hands-on, expert-led
Upcoming dates
Thu 8 October 2026
Classroom
£495
Tue 8 December 2026
Classroom
£495
Mon 8 February 2027
Classroom
£495
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Who this course is for
This course is ideal for content creators, marketers and communications professionals who want to produce high-quality video content using mobile devices and need practical techniques for filming, lighting and sound on the go.
Prerequisites
No prior experience needed.
What you'll learn
Exploring techniques to create professional video using just a smartphone.
How to plan and engage audiences to improve client awareness.
Understanding techniques to use design and content effectively to promote key messages.
How to distribute video across all media formats.
Exploring complementary video software and apps.
How to improve video quality to create an enhanced professional output.
Understanding how to use audio effectively.
Course outline
What you’ll cover
Introduction
- Required and optional kit for filming
- Pre-shoot checklist before you go filming
- Preparing a shot list
- Fundamentals of video files and codecs
Phone Settings
- Setting your phone resolution and frame rate
- Aspect ratios
- Preserving storage space, battery life and reducing interference
Filming with your phone
- Choosing a lens on multi lens smartphones
- Stabilising your phone
- Setting Auto Exposure lock
- Setting Auto Focus lock
Using third party apps
- Filmic Pro
- BlackMagic app
Setting up microphones for the best sound
- Types of microphone and setup
- Where to place a microphone
- Controlling ambient sounds and positioning
Using lighting to enhance your video
- Lighting an interviewee
- Three point lighting
- How to control and position light
- Using a reflector
- Types of light and working with practical lights
Shot composition for interviews
- How to frame an interview
- Categories of shot
- Working with interviewees
- Off and to camera interviews
- Planning for your edit
Included
- Live expert-led instruction
- Practical exercises and workflow examples
- Live Q and A and troubleshooting with the trainer
- Follow-up support guidance
Frequently asked questions
How is the content taught throughout the Filming with a Smartphone course?
Our Filming with a Smartphone course is extremely interactive, with plenty of hands-on exercises. You'll learn key techniques such as setting up your smartphone, stabilising shots, using microphones and lighting effectively and framing interviews, all while applying these skills to real-world filming scenarios.
Is this Filming with a Smartphone course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who are new to Digital Video or have been using Digital Video for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in Digital Video. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Filming with a Smartphone course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Filming with a Smartphone course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Filming with a Smartphone course?
For private classes in Filming with a Smartphone, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
Should I attend the Filming with a Smartphone course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
What support is available after I attend the Filming with a Smartphone course?
We offer ongoing support to our Filming with a Smartphone course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
Reviews
I had such an amazing experience. The session was really well run and covered everything from framing and lighting to movement and storytelling. I walked away with way more than I originally expected.
We Are Amber Jack · Filming with a Smartphone — April 2026
I attended a "Filming with a Smartphone" course with Transmedia and had such an amazing experience. The session was really well run and covered everything from framing and lighting to movement and storytelling. I walked away having learnt way more than I originally expected. I found it so valuable how practical and hands-on it was. Definitely realised there's so much for me to grow in this area, but really motivating and I'm super excited to put it into practice. Really enjoyable, engaging day and very relaxed environment. Would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to improve their SmartPhone video skills.
We Are Amber Jack · Filming with a Smartphone — March 2026
Just finished a bespoke course in Photoshop and AI. Learned an awful lot. My trainer was very knowledgeable and was very happy to answer lots of questions that I had throughout. Highly recommend.
Rachel P — June 2026
Gorgeous premises and lovely, knowledgeable team. I really enjoyed my course - the tutor was friendly and professional and happy to answer any questions and tailor the course.
Quadrotech — June 2026
Fantastic and super valuable training! Our trainer shaped the training fully to our needs, adapted, accelerated and deep diving when needed. I learned so much these past days with tangible examples.
Adobe — June 2026
The trainer was excellent. He kept the course interactive and engaging. The small sessions made it easy to get clarifications. The pleasant office is well situated, so easy to find and get to.
UNICEF — June 2026
The trainer, Lee, was excellent. He rattled through the key elements of Premiere Pro while keeping the course interactive and engaging. The small sessions made it easy to get 1:1 support or clarifications. The pleasant and well equipped office is well situated in Kensal Rise, so easy to find and get to. I learnt a alot - and now feel up to date with latest Premiere Pro options and AI integrations.
UNICEF — June 2026
Fantastic and super valuable training! Fantastic and super valuable training! Tony shaped the training fully to our needs, adapted, accelerated and deep diving when needed. I learned so much these past days with tangible examples Tony provided.
Adobe — June 2026
The training was great, thank you. My trainer was very thorough with everything and I definitely left with new knowledge and skills. And thanks for sending the materials across.
Live Union — June 2026
Hi Brook, Sorry for the delay - I was on AL yesterday! The training was great, thank you. Tony was very thorough with everything and I definitely left with some new knowledge and skills. I'll leave a review later today. Thanks for sending the materials across. Have a lovely rest of your day!
Live Union — June 2026
Our trainer was great. Very knowledgeable and also flexible with adjusting to our very specific questions and scenarios. I learned loads and look forward to using my new Figma skills.
Adobe — June 2026
One of the better training sessions I've had in years. I highly recommend anyone who wants to learn more about Figma, but also any other Adobe Creative Cloud application, to take courses here.
Adobe — June 2026
The Design and Development areas of Clarks shoes has been using Transmedia as a training partner for eight years now, mainly in the 'creative' Adobe applications - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere. In that time we have built an excellent working relationship with the management and admin teams and several of their core trainers. This has had a major influence in raising the skill levels and quality of our artwork across our design teams- recently extending across the Atlantic, delivering training to our US based designers. Staying with Transmedia has given us continuity and enabled the trainers to really come to understand what Clarks require and thus able to deliver real value for money. The staff are always friendly and a pleasure to deal with - whilst being efficient and professional throughout. Nothing is ever too much trouble. I really can't recommend Transmedia highly enough.
Clarks International — June 2026
I wish all training courses were run this well!
RPS Design — June 2026
The course was excellent - exactly to my company's needs. All questions were answered and concepts explained very clearly.
Hannah Griffiths — June 2026
First class - The trainer was extremely knowledgeable and answered all our questions.
MOD — June 2026
We found the course very useful and wished that we had more time. I was really impressed by our trainer's expertise in software that's being updated very frequently.
Baillie Gifford — May 2026
Wonderful trainer Lisa - fun, friendly, informative and comprehensive course! Thank you very much indeed.
Structural Soils Ltd — May 2026
Very much appreciated and enjoyed the introductory course. It was very in-depth and Tony did a fantastic job of covering each individual section of Figma in great detail; no stone was left unturned. Tony is clearly passionate about what he does, which made the course that much more enjoyable and valuable. Looking forward to the advanced course next month - eager to continue learning more from him.
Wren Kitchens — May 2026
I really enjoyed my course. Tony is a really good trainer and tailored the day according to my level and needs.
Delegate — May 2026
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