Technical skills for media production

Camera Skills

Understanding the anatomy of the camera, its buttons and switches, how to navigate the menus, and how to use different camera lenses.
Understanding the principles of aperture, ISO, and shutter speed, how each impacts photo and video quality, and how to balance these settings under different lighting conditions.
Learning how to set the white balance to maintain correct colour balance in various light conditions.
Training to frame shots using the rule of thirds, leading lines, and other composition techniques for creating visually interesting images.

Sound Recording Skills

Learning to use microphone types like studio, lavalier and shotgun microphones and their best application scenarios.
Understanding the importance of audio quality and monitoring audio levels during recording.
Familiarising with software tools that can be used to edit, clean and enhance audio files.

Post-Production Skills

Understanding film editing principles, including techniques like cutting on action and matching on action, the 180-degree rule, and the use of establishing shots.
Proficiency in using video editing software to assemble footage, adjust colour and sound, add effects, and export in various formats.
Familiarity with image editing software for photo retouching, colour correction, and crafting visual effects.
Practical use of motion graphics and visual effects tools for adding polish and creative touches to videos, and to enhance storytelling.

Script Writing and Storyboarding

Ability to craft a compelling storyline, character development, dialogue writing and script formatting.
Mastery in using storyboarding techniques to visualise your script and to plan out your shots before shooting begins.

Project Management Skills

Ability to plan a production schedule, manage resources and budget effectively to keep your project on-track and within budget.
Communication and team building skills to effectively collaborate with cast, crew, and potentially clients.
Understanding of health and safety legislation to ensure a safe working environment on-set and during post-production.

Remember, these are technical skills and will not be perfected overnight. Practice, analyse your work, accept constructive feedback and keep learning!