2nd Day Video Bootcamp at BFBS - British Forces Broadcasting

Posted December 13, 2016
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Lisa and I are back in the UK with BFBS, the British Forces Broadcasting Services, the TV and radio arm of the British army, navy and air force.

We're training everyone here to be completely video literate, and all on their iPhones, including editing.  The BFBS has fantastic access, needless to say, to great stories, and a massive audience worldwide.  

 


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