Video Journalism

Tuesday, 17th March, 7:00PM

The War On Press Freedom

Using the work of video journalist Jason Parkinson, we explore the ways in which press freedom in the UK is being restricted.


Friday 20 & Saturday 21 April 2018, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Workshop: Shooting Video with Canon C200 & C300

This two-day course gives an overview of the Canon EOS C200 and Canon C300 MkII cameras and is particularly focused on anyone wanting to self-shoot documentary, character led films, feature style magazine films, or corporate videos.


Tuesday 8th August, 2017 07:00 PM

Screening: Daughters of Bangladesh + Q&A Female Voices in Storytelling

Daughters of Bangladesh Garment Factory Workers is a moving film featuring and created by the young daughters of women textile workers. Our expert panel of directors, writers and journalists will discuss the challenges and solutions of getting marginalised female voices represented via the medium of storytelling.


Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 November 2016, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Two-Day Workshop: Filmmaking on a Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR

This two-day course gives an overview of DSLR and larger sensor Canon cameras for video and filmmaking, detailing in particular the Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR camera.


Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 June 2016, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Two-Day Workshop: Filmmaking on a Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR

This two-day course gives an overview of DSLR and larger sensor Canon cameras for video and filmmaking, detailing in particular the Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR camera.


Saturday 30 & Sunday 31 January 2016, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Two-Day Workshop: Filmmaking on a Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR

This two-day course gives an overview of DSLR and larger sensor Canon cameras for video and filmmaking, detailing in particular the Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR camera.


Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 June 2015, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Two-Day Workshop: Filmmaking on a Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR

This two-day course gives an overview of DSLR and larger sensor Canon cameras for video and filmmaking, detailing in particular the Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR camera.


Saturday 31 January & Sunday 1 February 2015, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Two-Day Workshop: Filmmaking on a Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR

This two-day course gives an overview of DSLR and larger sensor Canon cameras for video and filmmaking, detailing in particular the Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR camera.

Through a series of modules, you will learn how to shoot video with the EOS 7D Mark II, how to deal with sound, lighting and movement. You will look at different styles of shooting, comparing treatment types and discussing the advantages and disadvantages of directed film making against more ‘organic’, ‘run-and-gun’ style filmmaking.


Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 March 2014, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Two-Day Workshop: Video Journalism

Join us for an intensive two-day introduction to video journalism. You will learn the essential skills needed to film and edit your own material to a broadcast standard. Using your own camera and editing equipment, we will guide you through the very best techniques for storytelling for television and video.


Friday 2 August 2013, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Workshop: A Video Journalist’s Toolkit

Camera skills, interview techniques and essential safety tips – this one-day workshop will cover what you will need to know before setting off as a one-man- or one-woman-band video journalist.


September 5, 2012

Vaughan Smith packing for Afghanistan

As Frontline Club founder and independent video journalist Vaughan Smith prepares to embed with the Grenadier Guards in Afghanistan he talks through what he will be taking with him and why.


August 18, 2012 10:00 AM , lasting for 2 days. £300 Full Price, £200 Freelance & Frontline Members

2 Day Workshop: Introduction to editing with Final Cut Pro X

FCP X works with new paradigms from tapeless workflows. This workshop will take you through this revolutionary new way of editing from start to finish.


November 12, 2011

Introductory Final Cut Pro X Weekend Course

INTRODUCTORY FINAL CUT PRO X TRAINING AT THE FRONTLINE CLUB 2 day course – November 12th – 13th  This course is designed to familiarise participants with Apple’s latest revolutionary non-linear editing software. Learn how to create compelling and engaging multimedia edits, quickly and easily with this new and very powerful tool. The course will guide […]


October 8, 2011

Final Cut Pro Refresher Saturday Course

1 Day Course – Saturday 8th October Aimed at those who have already taken the Frontline FCP course or for those with lapsed FCP knowledge/experience. The course IS NOT for beginners and assumes participants know how to use FCP to some level already. The course will cover the FCP workspace, scratch disks, importing media, sequencing, […]


August 8, 2011

Final Cut Pro 7

This course will equip you with the a thorough working knowledge of Apple’s Final Cut Pro 7 and non-linear editing theory to produce video ready for broadcast and the web. With an approach that is flexible to the skill levels of all participants, the course is built on the premise that hands-on solo editing is […]


May 23, 2011

Frontline Television News Archive secures funding to go digital

The Heritage Lottery Fund has recently granted the Frontline Club its support to digitise the Frontline News Television archive. Read about the project and ways to get involved.


March 25, 2011

MRTV: The future of foreign reporting?

Frontline has asked me to blog about my work here in Mexico, as well as the process of setting up, making a living, trying not to get into too much trouble, and attempting to make ends meet.
So here’s the deal.


December 6, 2010

FULLY BOOKED – Final Cut Pro 7

This course will equip you with the a thorough working knowledge of Apple’s Final Cut Pro 7 and non-linear editing theory to produce video ready for broadcast and the web. With an approach that is flexible to the skill levels of all participants, the course is built on the premise that hands-on solo editing is […]


May 22, 2010

Newsgathering and Production Weekend Course

This course will run over 2 weekends – May 22nd-23rd and 29th-30th 2010 Suitable for all those wishing to embrace the fundamentals of documentary and newsgathering production capabilities in broadcast television, corporate promotions and Web publication. Multimedia researchers Print Journalists NGO’s Corporate PR’s – and all those wishing to enter the video production sector. This […]


February 15, 2010

Shooting (Intermediate)

The Trainer says…“The Frontline camera and directing courses are an excellent way for people already in media jobs to get the new skills and confidence that are now essential in an evolving and demanding workplace.” This is a more intensive course teaching new skills and enabling the course member to solidify any previous experience and […]


February 8, 2010

Shooting for the Web

Participants will learn how to confidently shoot interviews and sequences with lightweight digital cameras and gain an understanding of the technology and terminology of web video. This will enable attendees to communicate effectively with an audience as well as other multi media professionals. Participants on this course may be eligible to receive funding (of 80% […]


November 23, 2009

Shooting (Foundation)

The Trainer says… “Whatever your level of experience, be it a complete beginner, or an experienced journalist wishing to broaden your range of skills, this course will give you the fundamental technical knowledge in camera use, sound and composition to confidently shoot your own film.” The Foundation course offers a thorough introduction designed for people with […]


November 6, 2009

Lighting and Electrical Safety for Video

The Trainer says……“The Frontline camera and directing courses are an excellent way for people already in media jobs to get the new skills and confidence that are now essential in an evolving and demanding workplace. The courses are also a great introduction for people curious about entering any field where these skills are needed.” Many […]


October 18, 2009

Editing with Final Cut Pro 7

The Trainer, Simon Ruben says…“Frontline courses are unique as trainers are working industry professionals who give tailored training to each participant to make sure their individual requirements for learning FCP are met.” This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to produce video ready for broadcast. The course is designed to train participants […]