Producing engaging and professional online training cannot be improvised. Whether you are a company, a training organization or a public institution, the quality of your video content will have a direct impact on the learning experience of your audiences.
Here are 10 key tips to maximize your chances of success, from preparation to post-production.
1. Clarify your educational goals
Before you even turn on the camera, ask yourself this question: what should the learner remember at the end of the video? A clear objective guides the writing of the script and the cutting of the shoot.
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2. Take care of your scenario
A good script is the backbone of your shoot. It should be structured, fluid, and video-friendly. Keep your sentences short, conversational, and logical transitions. Also remember to link the visual content to what is being said to reinforce memorization.
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3. Prepare your speaker
Even an expert on the subject can lose his or her means in front of the camera. Give your trainers time to rehearse and guide them to a clear, dynamic and natural tone. Professional support on site can make all the difference.
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4. Optimize the shooting environment
Choose a quiet, sober, well-lit place. Professional studios allow for optimal control of acoustics, light and décor, which saves a lot of hassle in post-production.
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5. Work on your image
Lighting is crucial. A good lighting triangle (main light, fill light, counter light) highlights the speaker’s face and gives a neat rendering. An equipped studio allows you to install this type of setup efficiently.
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6. Take care of the sound
A well-positioned lavalier microphone or boom microphone is essential for clear sound pickup. Sound is often overlooked, but it directly influences the perception of the overall quality of your training.
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7. Shoot in high quality (but not too high)
Full HD resolution is more than enough for most e-learning platforms. The important thing is image stability, good exposure, and natural colors. No need for 8K if the audio is poor!
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8. Allow time for assembly
The magic often happens in post-production: editing, graphic design, subtitles, animations, chaptering… These are the elements that make your content flow, alive, and more accessible to all learners.
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9. Adapt the format to your platform
Before you set up, find out about the technical specifics of your LMS (Learning Management System). Video length, frame ratio, file format… Adapting your videos from the start will save you unnecessary conversions or export problems.
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10. Get support from the pros
An e-learning shoot requires rigor, technical skills, and a good dose of pedagogy. Calling on a specialized team not only saves time, but also ensures a professional and durable result over time.
Do you have a video training project?
SWD’s experts are at your disposal to support you at every stage: design, shooting, editing, broadcasting.
Do not hesitate to contact us to bring your e-learning training project to life with professionalism and creativity.
