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Live Production Training

Master live production decks and control rooms

newsspherx trains the next generation of vision mixers, technical directors, and production managers for multi-camera switching, live broadcasting, real-time video operation, and the smooth running of television and streaming productions.

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What you will learn

A focused curriculum built around the real responsibilities of a modern production gallery.

Multi-Camera Switching

Operate a vision mixer with confidence, cutting cleanly between multiple camera feeds in real time.

Live Broadcasting Techniques

Learn the workflows and standards that keep a live broadcast running smoothly from open to close.

Real-Time Video Operation

Practise framing, timing, and signal monitoring across cameras, graphics, and playback sources.

Production Management

Coordinate crews, schedules, and technical resources to deliver television and streaming output on time.

How the training works

A structured, hands-on path from the fundamentals of the gallery to leading a live production from start to finish.

  1. 01

    Learn the gallery layout

    Understand the roles, equipment, and communication flow inside a live production control room.

  2. 02

    Practise camera switching

    Build muscle memory on a vision mixer, cutting and transitioning between live camera sources.

  3. 03

    Run live scenarios

    Operate through simulated live broadcasts, handling unexpected changes and technical cues.

  4. 04

    Manage the production

    Take on directing and production management duties across a full rehearsal-to-broadcast cycle.

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2015

Founded

4

Core Disciplines

96%

Course Completion

UK-Wide

Training Access

Training programmes

Choose the path that matches your experience and goals. All enquiries are handled through our contact team.

Essentials

£450/course

A focused introduction to the gallery and vision mixer.

  • Vision mixer fundamentals
  • Camera switching practice
  • Gallery communication basics
  • Certificate of completion
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Control Room Intensive

£840£1,120/course

Our most comprehensive programme covering live switching and production management.

  • Everything in Essentials
  • Live broadcast simulations
  • Real-time video operation labs
  • Production management module
  • One-to-one feedback sessions
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Enterprise Training

Custom

Tailored on-site or group training for broadcasters and production companies.

  • Bespoke curriculum design
  • On-site control room sessions
  • Flexible group scheduling
  • Dedicated account manager
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Let's stay connected

Have a question about our programmes? Reach out and our team will get back to you.

Phone

01494 671234

Office

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

Meet your trainers

Industry professionals with years of experience in television galleries and live streaming control rooms.

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Marcus Reid

Technical Director & Lead Trainer

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Eleanor Hughes

Live Broadcast Director

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Arjun Mehta

Vision Mixer Specialist

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Mei Lin Tan

Production Manager

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