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Live production courses

A great show is only as good as its gallery.

shimmerra trains the people behind the live shot. Learn multi-camera switching, live broadcasting techniques and real-time video operation inside a working UK control room, with tutors who run live television and streaming every week.

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On air: 8-camera studio

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Let's get you on air.

Tell us what you want to operate, direct or manage. We will recommend the right course, share upcoming dates and answer any questions about the studio.

  • A personal reply from our course team within one working day
  • Honest advice on which course fits your current experience
  • Group and early-booking discounts for crews and colleges

Course plans

Flexible training plans for every crew

Prices are per learner and include studio time, equipment and recorded feedback.

Gallery Starter

Switching and live technique, 9 days

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£1,530

£1,150

per learner

  • Multi-camera switching on a broadcast vision mixer
  • Live broadcasting techniques with a full studio crew
  • Talkback discipline and cueing practice
  • Recorded run-through to review with your tutor
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Full Control Room

All four courses, 18 days

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£3,310

£2,490

per learner

  • Everything in Gallery Starter
  • Real-time video operation: replay, graphics and playout
  • Television and streaming production management
  • Final live programme run by your cohort
  • Career guidance session with a working producer
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Studio

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Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG, United Kingdom

Ready when you are

The fastest way from idea to live broadcast. Period.

shimmerra is a small, specialist training team. We believe real kit, small crews and honest feedback are the keys to becoming a confident live operator.

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