Create engaging video using your smartphone: A masterclass with Rob Glass

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, 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 videoHow to get the most out of your device’s cameraHow to take great shotsHow to present in front of cameraHow to effectively film people chattingMastering a relevant free editing appWriting and recording engaging voiceoverHow to tell stories using videoSharing your videos with the world

Before the course

• Please make sure your smartphone has at least 1GB of free memoryDownload 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 videosAnyone interested in improving their storytelling skills for their videos