Getting Professional Online Training Footage on a Low Budget
Our not so
new reality has forced many to adopt online methods of doing business. In the
training industry, companies are using video conferencing tools and software to
host their trainings. The benefit of online trainings is a low cost for
hosting the event. The biggest challenge is the loss of human to human
interactions and connects which are key to most businesses. The question is:
How do you translate professionalism from behind a screen. Here are is a list
of items you can use to make your online training footage professional.
Camera
An alternative to costly video cameras is an entry level DSLR camera. Most can shoot high quality visuals.
Estimated Price: R 8000.00
Camera Stand
The angle and stability of your camera is very important when trying to get quality visuals.
Estimated Price: R 500.00
Additional Lens
A macro lens helps draw focus to the facilitator and is visually great for the portrait position most trainings are shot in.
Estimated Price: R 3000.00
Extra Camera Battery
The average DSLR camera battery lasts 90 - 120 min. When doing full day trainings a second battery will come in handy. To avoid unprofessional disconnections you can align battery changes with your breaks
Estimated Price: R 1600.00
Tethering Cables
Cables used to transmit live visual to your computer.
Estimated Price: R 1200.00
Microphone
Even an entry level microphone is 10 times better than nothing.
Estimated Price: R 200.00
Lighting
Luckily corporate training don’t need numerous lights to get a cinematic look and feel. A simple ring light should give you a well-lit scene.
Estimated Price: R 350.00
That concludes my list of items you can use to getting professional online training footage on a low budget. If you are looking for someone to help you rent and film your training click here.
Thanks for reading!