How To Shoot Professional Wrestling

From someone who has worked for the biggest wrestling companies in The World.

What you'll learn

How to shoot professional wrestling as a camera operator

How to edit professional wrestling matches using Adobe Premiere or DaVinci Resolve

How to direct cameras on a professional wrestling show

How to set up the technical side of a professional wrestling show

Learn about the camera and audio equipment used to shoot a professional wrestling show.

Requirements

No experience needed. An interest in wrestling and videography are the tools required.

Description

Are you passionate about professional wrestling and want to learn how to capture its exciting moments on camera? Look no further! Our comprehensive Professional Wrestling Filmmaking Course combines online and in-person learning to equip you with the skills needed to shoot and direct wrestling events like a pro.You will be trained by Adam. He has worked all over the world for both WWE and AEW, and for broadcasters such as BBC and Sky. His extensive experience and knowledge will be invaluable to you in your journey towards shooting wrestling at a professional level.By the end of this course, you’ll not only be camera-ready for live wrestling shows but also gain valuable insights applicable to shooting various forms of entertainment. Enrol today and step into the exciting world of professional wrestling filmmaking!Topics covered include:EquipmentCamera PlacementShooting a MatchCamera Techniques and PositioningEtiquetteVideo EditingDirectingTechnical SetupI have progressed from the independent scene to operating camera for the WWE.  If you want to get involved in the production side of professional wrestling then this course is for you!The course is suitable for all levels - you could be someone who has never shot a wrestling match, or someone who has been working at the independent level and wants to move up to the next level. 

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: Why Shoot Professional Wrestling?

Lecture 2 Why Shoot Professional Wrestling?

Section 3: Which Equipment Should You Use?

Lecture 3 Which Equipment Should You Use?

Lecture 4 Camera

Lecture 5 Camera Audio

Lecture 6 Tripod

Lecture 7 Useful Terms

Section 4: Camera Placement

Lecture 8 Camera Placement

Lecture 9 Advantages of the Pro Setup

Lecture 10 Disadvantages of the Pro Setup

Lecture 11 Advantages of the Indy Setup

Lecture 12 Disadvantages of the Indy Setup

Lecture 13 Examples of the Indy Setup

Lecture 14 Examples of the Pro Setup

Section 5: Shooting a Match

Lecture 15 Shooting a Match

Lecture 16 Camera Roles - Hard Cam

Lecture 17 Camera Roles - Ringside

Section 6: Camera Techniques and Positioning

Lecture 18 Camera Techniques and Positioning

Lecture 19 Crossing the Line

Lecture 20 Talking Segments

Lecture 21 Action Outside of the Ring

Lecture 22 Ringside Shots from Front Side

Lecture 23 'Working' the Shots from Ringside

Lecture 24 'Faces!'

Lecture 25 Entrances

Lecture 26 Promos

Section 7: Etiquette on Shoot Days

Lecture 27 Etiquette

Lecture 28 Dress Code

Lecture 29 Working With Talent

Section 8: Video Editing

Lecture 30 Video Editing

Lecture 31 Software and Multicam

Lecture 32 Adobe Premiere and Multicam

Lecture 33 DaVinci Resolve and Multicam

Lecture 34 Editing Styles and Techniques

Lecture 35 Editing Talking Segments

Lecture 36 Editing In-Ring Promos

Section 9: Audio Editing

Lecture 37 Audio Editing

Lecture 38 Audio Volume Levels

Lecture 39 Audio Techniques

Section 10: Directing

Lecture 40 Directing

Lecture 41 Transitioning to Directing

Lecture 42 Responsibilities of a Director

Section 11: Technical Setup of a Show

Lecture 43 Technical Setup of a Show

Lecture 44 Example of a Setup

Lecture 45 Multiview

Lecture 46 Program (PGM)

Lecture 47 Other Equipment

Lecture 48 Audio

Lecture 49 Conclusion

People who would like to work in professional wrestling but don't know where to begin.,Fans of professional wrestling with an interest in videography,Wrestlers who would like to know more about how shows are filmed.,People who would like to work in the Film & TV industry.