Masterclass In Talking-Head Video Production & Videography

Master camera setup, lighting, sound, and composition to create professional talking-head videos at home.

What you'll learn

Transform any home or office into a functional video recording studio.

Apply the core rules for recording effective head-talking videos with a clear, consistent setup.

Avoid common beginner mistakes in framing, lighting, and camera settings.

Gain confidence in recording yourself without needing a full production team.

Know how to quickly plan and shoot a video when time and space are limited.

Record clear, echo-free audio with the right mic placement and room treatment tips.

Apply lighting, sound, and framing together to create a consistent, branded look.

Operate your camera with confidence, understanding settings like ISO, shutter speed, and white balance.

Select the right microphone for different environments and improve sound quality

Understand how different lenses affect your image and which lens works best for talking-head videos.

Use composition rules and framing techniques to make your videos look professional

Set up lighting correctly to create soft, flattering light and avoid harsh shadows.

Choose the best camera for your goals, budget, and recording space.

Understand the difference between soft and hard light and how to use each one creatively.

Requirements

No previous camera or video experience required — this course is designed for beginners. You can get started with a smartphone and basic lighting.

A camera or smartphone capable of video recording.

Description

Do you want to record professional-looking videos, but feel overwhelmed by cameras, lighting, or sound setup? Maybe you’ve tried filming yourself before, but the result looked flat, sounded echoey, or just didn’t feel “right.” If that sounds familiar — this course is for you.The “Head Talking Video Production Masterclass and Videography” is a complete, beginner-friendly guide to filming high-quality talking-head videos from the comfort of your home. You don’t need a fancy studio, expensive gear, or any previous experience. I’ll walk you through everything — step by step.You’ll learn how to:Choose the right camera or smartphone for your goals and budgetSet up your space for great lighting, sound, and background — even in a small roomUse light effectively to make your face look clean, soft, and cinematicRecord clear audio with affordable microphones and smart mic placementFrame your shot like a pro using basic composition rulesSpeak confidently on camera, even if you’re nervous or new to itBuild a repeatable setup you can use every time you recordWe’ll also explore real-world examples and breakdowns of successful YouTubers like Iman Gadzhi and Ali Abdaal, showing how they build clean, simple setups — and how you can do the same without breaking the bank.By the end of this course, you’ll have the confidence and knowledge to create polished, engaging videos that look and sound professional — wherever you record. Whether you’re a coach, freelancer, educator, or business owner, this course will help you elevate your content and build a stronger online presence through video.No camera experience needed. Just a willingness to learn, practice, and press record.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 What can you expect

Section 2: Basic and Important rules

Lecture 3 Get thru

Lecture 4 Important

Lecture 5 Rules of creating shot

Lecture 6 Rules of preparing room

Section 3: Composition

Lecture 7 Composition intro

Lecture 8 choose subject

Lecture 9 Rule of thirds

Lecture 10 guiding lines

Lecture 11 Compositional Balance

Lecture 12 create depth by layers

Lecture 13 Create depth

Lecture 14 rule of contrast

Lecture 15 Bright Dark Bright Dark

Lecture 16 Know your purpose

Lecture 17 Intro overview of process

Lecture 18 Camera features

Lecture 19 Specs of camera

Lecture 20 Specs of image quality

Lecture 21 Real life example of looking specs for camera

Section 4: Basic camera settings

Lecture 22 What is exposure in camera?

Lecture 23 How to set to shutter speed?

Lecture 24 What does ISO do?

Lecture 25 camera exposure tips

Lecture 26 What is histogram?

Lecture 27 What is dynamic range?

Lecture 28 how does waveform work?

Lecture 29 how does white balance work?

Lecture 30 How did I set white balance?

Lecture 31 Built-in white balance presets

Section 5: Tips on How to Talk on Camera with Confidence

Lecture 32 What are you going to learn?

Lecture 33 How to be confident in front of camera?

Lecture 34 Before you click "record"

Lecture 35 How to make good script?

Lecture 36 Script structure

Lecture 37 Delivery

Lecture 38 Body language

Lecture 39 Review yourself

Section 6: Lighting

Lecture 40 3 point light setup

Lecture 41 Hard vs soft

Lecture 42 How to achieve soft light?

Lecture 43 Color of light

Lecture 44 How does reflection work?

Lecture 45 Ambient light

Lecture 46 Real life example

Section 7: Choosing camera

Lecture 47 Process of buying camera

Lecture 48 Budget

Lecture 49 camera's purpose

Lecture 50 Necessary features

Lecture 51 Camera's capabilities and performance

Lecture 52 What's make image quality?

Lecture 53 Real life example of looking specs

Lecture 54 Review your cameras

Lecture 55 Rent camera

Section 8: lens

Lecture 56 overview

Lecture 57 Lens mount

Lecture 58 Focal length

Lecture 59 prime vs zoom lens

Lecture 60 Aperture of lens

Lecture 61 Features of lens

Lecture 62 Review and rent

Section 9: How to choose microphone?

Lecture 63 Process overview

Lecture 64 What are you going to record on?

Lecture 65 Choose your type of microphone

Lecture 66 Review and rent microphone

Section 10: Gear setup

Lecture 67 What must you have?

Lecture 68 My gears

Lecture 69 Ali Abdaal kit

Lecture 70 Iman Gadzi kit

Section 11: Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room

Lecture 71 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room INTRO

Lecture 72 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 1

Lecture 73 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room part 2

Lecture 74 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 4

Lecture 75 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 3

Lecture 76 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 5

Lecture 77 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 6

Lecture 78 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 8

Lecture 79 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 9

Section 12: Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room

Lecture 80 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 10

Lecture 81 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 11

Lecture 82 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 12

Lecture 83 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 13

Lecture 84 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 14

Lecture 85 Creating a Head-Talking Shot in the Living Room Part 15

Beginner content creators, coaches, and online educators who want to look professional on camera without hiring a full video team,Entrepreneurs and freelancers who need to record head-talking videos for YouTube, online courses, or marketing,Creators with no camera or lighting experience who want a step-by-step guide to building a simple home or office video setup,Anyone who wants to improve the quality of their videos using proper gear, lighting, composition, and confident on-camera delivery — even in small spaces like a living room