Underwater Videography Training Program - Africa Media Academy

Underwater videography offers keen SCUBA divers the opportunity to document the wonders of the underwater world. Our one month program allows students the time, resources and expert guidance required to master the art of underwater videography to a professional standard.

Acquire the knowledge and practical skills required to master the art of underwater videography while exploring the incredible diversity of the stunning coral reefs of the warm Indian Ocean. The course uses dSLR cameras in Sea&Sea housings; Panasonic video cameras and GoPros together with exceptional LED lighting and accessories.

Developed by National Geo and BBC talent Ryan Johnson and underwater camerawoman Fiona Ayerst, this course will empower students to see and explore the underwater realm in a totally new and intimate manner.

Apart from learning solid skills, you will also focus on becoming part of the marine world; using specialised breathing techniques and capitalising on the natural curiosity of the marine inhabitants. Fiona’s team will teach you how to capture the perfectly structured and composed film.

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$3300/month

Broadcast quality video kit

Program tuition

20 Dive package

Dorm accommodation

Full meals

Local transport

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Student videos

View all the underwater videos and stories from our alumni on the underwater videography program – VIEW VIDEOS HERE

Program dates

1 – 30 May (South Africa)
1 – 30 June (South Africa)
1 – 30 July (South Africa)
1 – 30 Aug (South Africa)
1 – 30 Sept (South Africa)
1 – 30 Oct (Mozambique)
1 – 30 Nov (Mozambique)

Program syllabus

The underwater videography program is structured around a 20 dive SCUBA and SNORKEL package. the full syllabus can be viewed here – VIEW PROGRAM SYLLABUS

Program FAQ's

We have answered some of the most common questions that students have, here on the program’s FAQ page. VIEW FAQ PAGE

Alumni Reviews

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Rating of Average of 9.5 on a total of 10 Ratings

Amanda Kowalski

March 21, 2018

Highly recommend the underwater photography course

Loved loved LOVED every second I spent with Africa Media! I was blessed with an incredible group of people, one that I consider family forever, and learned about the South African culture, from braais to the language, to the people. Highly recommend the underwater photography course to ANYONE interested in spending a month diving with a camera in hand to capture all the magnificent creatures Africa has to offer.

Sophie Roselt

October 4, 2017

Epic

This course is amazing!! The wildlife you're exposed to is crazy, from whales to manta rats and awesome macro critters like seahorses whilst being surrounded in paradise and friendly locals. The amount you learn is crazy, basically a person who’s never held a camera at the start will leave with significantly improved photos that they would be so proud of! Great value for money & such a great experience!!

Shawn Tan

June 21, 2017

Amazing experience!

I spent a month doing the underwater photography internship program, and it was one of the most amazing experiences in my life! The course was taught well, from the basics of handling and care for underwater photography gear, to complex subjects such as composition and editing. Regardless of if you are a beginner or have been taking photos for years, this course has much to teach and catered a lot to individuals Diving in South Africa was phenomenal and(...)