Studio Foundations
A practical introduction to rigging, camera basics, light and sound.
£249
per person, one-day workshop
- Studio layout and equipment setup
- Camera handling fundamentals
- Three-point lighting essentials
- Microphone choice and placement
Studio production resource
A great broadcast is only as good as its studio.
shinepulseup is a UK resource for studio production in motion: equipment setup, dynamic camera operation, lighting and sound, and the workflows that keep television news and live shows running smoothly.
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Short, practical notes on rigging, camera moves, light and sound for TV news and live shows.
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It has never been easier to talk to a trainer who has worked a real studio floor. Call us or send a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Phone
01494 671234Email
[email protected]Address
National Film and Television School, Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG
Our craft
Six disciplines, one smooth workflow
Our philosophy is simple: teach the whole studio, not just one job. Crews that understand each other's roles make better television.
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Studio equipment setup
Floor plans, rigging, cabling and monitoring built for a fast, safe turnaround.
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Dynamic camera operation
Pedestal, jib and handheld moves that stay smooth when the show goes live.
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Lighting design
Broadcast key, fill and back light that flatters presenters and guests.
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Sound and audio
Microphone choice, placement and mixing so every voice is clear on air.
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Gallery and vision mixing
Cueing shots, graphics and talkback calmly from the control room.
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News and live-show workflows
Running orders and review routines that survive breaking-news changes.
Smoother live shows start with better preparation.
Tell us about your studio - no obligation.
We only use your details to reply to your enquiry.
Built around the way UK newsrooms work
News is fast, live shows are unforgiving and studios are shared. Our courses reflect real deadlines, real running orders and the compact crews found in studios across the country.
- Broadcast-standard practice
- Hands-on lighting sessions
- Clear, confident sound
- Workflow-first teaching
Go live without the panic
- 1
Prepare the room
Rig, light and sound-check the studio so the crew starts with a clean, safe floor.
- 2
Rehearse the shots
Walk camera moves, cue graphics and test talkback before the red light goes on.
- 3
Run the show
Work from the running order, adapt to changes and review straight after transmission.
About
Committed to calm, confident production
We believe good studio practice should be shared. Every guide and course on shinepulseup is written by people who have rigged, shot and mixed live television, so you learn habits that hold up on air.
- 4
- core studio disciplines
- 100%
- focused on broadcast work
- UK-wide
- on-site and remote support
- 1
- clear workflow, rehearsal to live
- 6
- studio disciplines covered
- 3
- training packages to choose from
- 25%
- off the Live Production Intensive
From the studio floor
Featured sessions
Courses
Training packages for every studio team
Clear prices for each course. Every enquiry goes through our contact page, so we can match the session to your studio.
Live Production Intensive
Hands-on rehearsal of a full news bulletin and a live panel show.
£449£599
per person, two-day workshop
- Dynamic camera moves under pressure
- Lighting and sound for live formats
- Running orders and gallery calls
- Breaking-news change handling
- Post-show review session
Newsroom Partnership
A programme built around your studio, your crew and your schedule.
Custom
tailored on-site programme
- On-site audit of your studio
- Bespoke training for your team
- Workflow documentation
- Follow-up support sessions
FAQ
Common questions about our courses
Who are the courses designed for?
Camera operators, floor managers, sound and lighting assistants, producers and anyone preparing to work in a television news or live-show studio in the UK.
Do I need my own equipment?
No. Workshops use broadcast-standard cameras, lights and audio gear. For partnership programmes we can also train on your own studio equipment.
Where do the sessions take place?
Public workshops run in studio venues around the UK. Newsroom partnerships take place on-site at your studio, with optional remote follow-up.
How do I book or ask about group rates?
Send us a message through the contacts page with your team size and preferred dates, and we will reply with availability and a clear quote.