Specialised Courses -LIVE SPORTS DIRECTION

Learning objectives

• To understand the use of different cameras in a live sports production
• To be able to effectively use of broadcast equipment to adapt to different types of events
• To understand the various roles in a production team and to work effectively as a team
• To adopt best practice for storytelling across live cut and replays

Course duration: 5 days

Attendee number: 15

Attendees: Production team (including directors)

Note: This course is aimed at those already directing multi-camera live events.

The session will provide the participants with the chance to enhance their understanding of sports production through experimental practical sessions.

Course content

The course is split into theory and practice. It covers:

• Review of set-up
• Practice & hands-on exercises

Part 1: Theory sessions

• Introduction and basic principles of live directing
• Working with the team and understanding the roles and responsibilities of each member of the team
• Study of camera positions of top-level sporting events
• Choice of most appropriate camera plan
• Review editorial principles of slow motion for action replays and best usage

Part 2: Practical sessions

• Design a camera plan based on an event requirement
• Preparation of an outside broadcast and production plans including replay workflows
• A test match exercise
• Review of the test match exercise and debrief with participants

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand different camera formations
• Be a confident member of the live sports directing team
• Have a technical understanding on use of various broadcast equipment in live directing
• Understand the basic principles of sports storytelling

Learning objectives

• To know how to take a basic show to the next level visually
• To be able to effectively use outside sources within a show
• To be able to understand technical requirements in order to achieve advanced studio coverage

Course duration: 5 days

Attendee number: 10 (maximum per course)

Attendees: Studio directors (advanced)

Note: This course is aimed at those already directing multi-camera studio shows.

The session will provide the participants with the chance to enhance their creativity and studio knowledge through experimental practical sessions.

Course content

The course is split into theory and practice. It covers:

• Review studio set-up
• Practice & hands-on exercises

Part 1: On-set shooting

• Alternative use of camera positions and shots
• Alternative positioning of presenters and guests
• Different uses of lighting
• Use of on-set screens

Part 2: Technical understanding

• Effective use of outside broadcasts
• Terminology and technical requirements involving studio and outside sources
• Filming 30 minutes show using techniques learned

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Use cameras and lighting to enhance studio filming
• Be confident in using on-set screens and alternative camera shots
• Understand technical requirements when using outside broadcasts within a studio-based show