VIDEO MODULE — COURSE 02
Basic Course in Video Podcast Production and Technical Setup
Learn the complete technical workflow for planning, recording, editing and exporting a modern video podcast episode — cameras, lighting, microphones, guest setup and multi-camera editing.
16 hours
5 THEORY · 9 PRACTICE · 2 EXAM
Hybrid
REMOTE + STUDIO
No experience needed
BEGINNER LEVEL
Official certificate
RIIMC-AUTHORISED PROGRAMME
VIDEO PODCAST COURSE IN RIGA
Who is this video podcast course for?
This video podcast course in Riga is designed for marketing and PR specialists, brand managers, content creators, self-employed professionals and aspiring podcast hosts. No previous video filming or audio production experience is required — basic computer skills are enough.
Outcomes
What will you learn?
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Plan a video podcast format and visual concept
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Set up cameras, lenses and three-point lighting
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Configure microphones, gain staging and monitoring
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Operate a 2–3 camera studio recording
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Brief and guide a guest technically
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Edit, clean up and export a multi-camera podcast episode
COURSE PROGRAMME
What's inside the course?
1. Visual concept: theory and frame composition
Modern video podcast formats; HD/4K and fps; visual complexity levels; composition, shot sizes, depth of field and participant placement.
2. Technical setup: cameras and lighting
Smartphones and mirrorless cameras; lenses; three-point lighting; hard/soft light; colour temperature; budget and mobile solutions.
3. Audio setup and recording quality control
Microphone types and placement; polar pattern and proximity effect; interface, preamps, gain staging, monitoring and real-time issue solving.
4. Practical masterclass: podcast filming in studio
Studio preparation; lighting and background; 2-3 camera setup; audio system preparation; guest briefing; complete recording simulation.
5. Video and audio post-production
Import, organization and synchronization; multi-camera switching; removing pauses and errors; basic noise reduction; music, titles, logo and export.
6. Final assessment
Screening of edited podcast fragment; analysis of frame, light, sound and editing quality; instructor feedback.
WHAT YOU LEAVE WITH
A publishable video podcast episode — start to finish.
WHO TEACHES THIS COURSE
Learn from experienced professionals
Our teachers are active experts from Digi Media's production teams — not just lecturers.
Mikhail Skryapkin
Cinematographer, video editor and colour correction specialist with 15+ years of experience.
Mihail Sergeev
Sound director and production manager with 18+ years of experience.
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Official certificate included — upon completion, each course in the Sound module concludes with an assessment and the award of Digi Media certificate issued under a non-formal education programme authorised by RIIMC.
FAQ
Video podcast course — common questions
Do I need my own cameras or microphones?
Can beginners join?
Yes — this video podcast course in Riga requires no previous filming or audio experience; basic computer skills are enough.
Is it in person or remote?
Hybrid: the theory can be followed remotely, while the studio recording and editing practice happen in person.
Will I get a certificate?
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Digi Media Academy (digimedia.studio/academy) — practical media training in Riga, Latvia. Video Podcast Production and Technical Setup is part of the Video module