Video Suite

The room is suitable for recording piece-to-camera videos with one or two people. It is equipped with cameras, lights, backdrops and a lightboard. An autocue device is also available to be mounted to one of the cameras. A small round table in the centre of the room can be used to film small group discussions and podcasts as well as equipment demonstrations for practical units. 

The recording room is located on the second floor of Queen's Building.

This room provides a quiet and fully-equipped space to create a high-quality teaching materials. This may include using the lightboard to explain concepts or recording close-up demonstrations of equipment. It can also be used for student or staff projects such as educational podcasts. 

Read case studies on using video in teaching:

Flipping lectures – increasing effectiveness and value of face-to-face time

Media enriched teaching and feedback

Dual stream video for online lab augmentation in Engineering

Feedback using video screencasts

View examples of teaching content created by Dr Josh Hoole using the video suite equipment:

Engineering by Investigation 5 Diodes

EBI_7_signals

Engineering by Investigation Electronics 8 – Amplifiers

Below, you will find instructional videos and handouts on making a basic single-camera video using the available equipment.

You can then edit your video using Camtasia (available to Pathways 1 and 3 teaching staff). 

If you require further training or assistance please contact engineering-info@bristol.ac.uk.

Setting up the backdrop and the lighting (handout) 

Setting up the camera (handout) 

Connecting the microphone (handout) 

Recording (handout) 

Engineering has a range of equipment available for loan.

By borrowing the equipment you agree to the terms of use outlined below.

Terms of use

• The borrower accepts liability for any loss or damage of the equipment.
• All items are checked on their return and users will be invoiced the cost for repair or replacement of any lost or damaged items.
• Equipment loans are usually for one week. If you need the equipment for longer, this may be possible, subject to availability; please ask at time of booking.
• You must return items borrowed as soon as they are due or when requested to do so.

Borrowing procedure

• Please complete the equipment loan form.
• You will be contacted to arrange a pick up date.
• If your query is urgent or if you need training on using the equipment please get in touch with engineering-info@bristol.ac.uk. 

See a list of available equipment