Course Title:
WSQ Smooth Operator : Videography with Gimbals and Stabilisers
SSG Course Code : TGS-2025099023
Course Validity Period: 3rd Nov 2025 to 2nd Nov 2027
Introduction
Videography is an integral part of storytelling in today’s digital-first world, whether for branded content, international co-productions, or personal projects. The ability to produce smooth and stabilized video content is no longer a luxury—it’s a competitive necessity. As the demand for high-quality video production is growing rapidly, job requirements increasingly list videography skills, including gimbal usage, as as advantageous for marketing and communications personnel.
Freelancers and career switchers also find these skills valuable for entering the gig economy or pursuing side hustles like event videography. By mastering gimbal techniques, learners position themselves as versatile, sought-after professionals in a competitive market.
This professional gimbal course is designed to equip learners with the skills, competencies, and knowledge to confidently operate gimbals, ensuring high-quality output for both individual creators and industry professionals.
Benefits of the Course
• Enhanced Professional Output: Learn how to produce broadcast-grade videos with stabilised footage that enhances brand authenticity and visual appeal.
• Cost-Efficiency: Gain insights into selecting cost-effective gimbal models, minimizing reliance on rental houses, and optimizing equipment ROI.
• Strengthened Career Opportunities: Acquire skills valued across diverse industries such as marketing, communications, and the gig economy, opening doors to better roles and higher pay.
• Versatility in Application: Master techniques adaptable for corporate videos, events, TV commercials, and creative storytelling.
Course Duration:
Total : 21 hours (20 teaching hours and 1 hour assessment)
3 Days (9.30 am to 5.30 pm)
Course Schedule :
We are waiting for our instructor's shoot schedule to be confirmed so we can plan classes around that. Please contact us and we'll inform you once we have classes scheduled
Dedicated courses can be arranged for your organisation if you have a minimum number.
Course Fee:
S$1400 per person before 9% GST
S$1526 per person including 9% GST
Course Funding:
This is a WSQ course which qualifies for various government funding
| Applicant | Course Fee Payable including 9% GST |
| Self Sponsored Singapore Citizens and PRs aged between 21 and 40 years (baseline SkillsFututure Funding) | S$ 826 |
| Self Sponsored LTVP+ Holder | S$ 826 |
| Self Sponsored Singapore Citizens aged ≥ 40 years old ( SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy) | S$ 546 |
| SMEs and Organisations (Enhanced Training Support for SMEs) | S$ 546 |
Other organisations such as MNCs Stat boards and government agencies may also qualify for funding . Please contact us to find out more
Skillsfuture credit is applicable for self sponsored applicants
Skillsfuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) and absentee payroll is applicable for SMEs
Target Audience:
DoP's, Videographers, Camera Assistants, Content Creators, Influencers, Photographers, Marketing Professionals ,hobbyists and anyone who needs to shoot professional looking video
Minimum Entry Requirements and equipment
- Experience with photography and videography is useful but not strictly necessary
- Basic spoken and written English is required as the course materials and camera menus are in English
Equipment is provided but learners are more than welcome to bring their own camera equipment and lenses to get advice from our instructors.
Participants should dress comfortably with covered shoes and be able to carry their own equipment. This would include items like cameras and gimbals
Participants should have an internet capable mobile device (phone or tablet) with the Singpass app installed for attendance and written assessment
About This Course
This course will equip you with the skills to handle a range of gimbals to confidently shoot smooth stabilised professional video for yourself or your clients. You’ll be able to • Select and set up a gimbal • Operate a gimbal for simple shots • Shoot for optimal angles and lighting • Follow a subject • Apply advanced gimbal techniques for creative shots • Comply with safety procedures related to gimbal operation
Detailed Course Outline:
Introduction-What is a gimbal ?
- Types of gimbals used in videography
- Characteristics, Form & Functions of the gimbal
- Gimbal mechanics
Choosing the Right Gimbal for the job
- Payload
- Shot type
Gimbal Safety
- Potential hazards on set
- Safety procedures related to gimbal operation
Operating a Gimbal
- Mounting the camera
- Camera and lens settings for gimbal work
- Balancing the gimbal
- Moving with a gimbal
Planning a simple gimbal shot
- Interpreting a shot plan
- Executing the shot
Collaborating with others to work on a more complex gimbal shot
- Following a subject
- Working with a team
Improving the shot
- Optimising anglers and movement
Instructor:
Lim Teck Siang is formally trained in the discipline of filmmaking and is currently pursuing his career in professional cinematography. In both commercial and independent work, he is known for his knowledge of narrative film techniques, expertise in cinematographic technology, as well as his strong collaborative spirit and effective team leadership.He has conducted training for Meta, Mediacorp, Canon , Sony ,Singapore Prisons, Singapore Armed Forces and many media professionals and hobbyists.