Introduction

Audio and video production are fundamental skills in the world of digital media, whether for social media content, corporate videos, or broadcasting. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the technical and creative aspects of both audio and video production. Participants will learn the basics of recording, editing, mixing, and producing audio and video content, using industry-standard tools and techniques. This course is designed for anyone who wants to start creating high-quality audio and video for personal or professional purposes.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:
✔ Understand the fundamentals of audio and video production, including equipment setup and workflows.
✔ Learn how to operate cameras, microphones, and other essential production equipment.
✔ Gain basic skills in audio recording, editing, and mixing.
✔ Master the basics of video recording, lighting, and composition.
✔ Get familiar with popular editing software for both audio and video.
✔ Develop the ability to produce engaging multimedia content for different platforms (e.g., YouTube, podcasts, corporate videos).

Who Should Attend?

✔ Beginners interested in learning the basics of audio and video production.
✔ Content creators, YouTubers, and social media influencers who want to improve the quality of their videos and audio.
✔ Marketing professionals or corporate communicators who need to create high-quality media content.
✔ Students in the fields of media, journalism, communications, and broadcasting.
✔ Anyone looking to explore audio and video production as a hobby or career.

5-Day Course Outline

📌 Day 1: Introduction to Audio and Video Production

• Overview of Media Production
  • What is audio and video production? Understanding its role in digital content creation.
  • The essential steps of audio/video production: Pre-production, production, and post-production.
  • The relationship between audio and video: How sound and visuals work together to tell a story.
• Basic Audio Production
  • Introduction to microphones: Types, uses, and placement techniques.
  • Understanding sound recording: The basics of sound waves, frequency, and amplitude.
  • Recording clean, high-quality audio in different environments.
• Basic Video Production
  • Introduction to cameras: Types of cameras, camera settings, and essential gear (tripods, stabilizers, etc.).
  • Basic shot composition: Framing, angles, and field of view.
  • Setting up a basic video shoot: Camera placement and getting the right shots.
• Hands-on Activity:
  • Participants will work in small groups to record a simple audio clip and video shot, learning basic equipment handling.

📌 Day 2: Audio Recording and Editing Basics

• Audio Recording Techniques
  • Different types of microphones and their uses: dynamic mics, condenser mics, and lapel mics.
  • Proper mic placement for clear sound: Close-mic vs. ambient sound recording.
  • Using audio interfaces and recording software (e.g., Audacity, GarageBand).
• Basic Audio Editing
  • Introduction to audio editing software: Audacity, Adobe Audition, and others.
  • Basic audio editing techniques: Cutting, trimming, and fading.
  • Adding background music and sound effects.
  • Understanding audio levels and how to avoid distortion.
• Hands-on Workshop:
  • Participants will record and edit a simple audio project, such as a podcast intro or a voice-over clip.

📌 Day 3: Video Recording Techniques

• Basic Video Camera Operations
  • Introduction to camera settings: Focus, aperture, ISO, and shutter speed.
  • Frame rates: How to choose the correct frame rate for different types of video.
  • Camera movements: Using panning, tilting, and zooming to create dynamic shots.
• Lighting for Video
  • The importance of lighting in video production: Creating mood and highlighting key subjects.
  • Three-point lighting: Key light, fill light, and back light.
  • Using reflectors, diffusers, and softboxes for controlled lighting.
• Framing and Composition
  • Rule of thirds: How to frame shots to create visually engaging videos.
  • Shot types: Close-ups, medium shots, wide shots, and their applications.
  • Balancing foreground and background elements.
• Hands-on Activity:
  • Participants will shoot a short video using basic camera settings and lighting techniques.

📌 Day 4: Video Editing Basics

• Introduction to Video Editing Software
  • Overview of popular video editing tools: Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and free tools like HitFilm Express.
  • Basic interface navigation: How to import, organize, and label media.
• Basic Editing Techniques
  • Cutting and trimming video clips.
  • Using transitions and effects to enhance your video.
  • Adding titles, graphics, and visual effects.
  • Audio synchronization: Syncing video and audio tracks, adjusting volume, and mixing.
• Exporting and Sharing Video
  • Choosing the right file format for different platforms (YouTube, Vimeo, Instagram).
  • Export settings: Compression, resolution, and aspect ratios.
• Hands-on Workshop:
  • Participants will edit a short video, adding transitions, audio, and basic effects.

📌 Day 5: Final Project and Review

• Final Project:
  • Participants will apply everything they’ve learned to create a complete audio and video project.
  • Each participant will shoot and edit a 1-2 minute video, incorporating proper lighting, audio quality, and editing techniques.
• Project Review and Feedback
  • Participants will present their final projects, with constructive feedback from the instructor and peers.
  • Discussing challenges and best practices in both audio and video production.
• Certification
  • Participants will receive a Basic Audio and Video Production Certificate upon completion of the course.