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How do I write for the BBC Academy online?Writing matters because learning matters. Good writing is clear. It delights. It leaves us wanting more. If we want people to learn, we have to write well.
The Radio Digital ArchiveThe Radio Digital Archive hosts millions of hours of BBC radio content.
Depth of field: What do I need to know?Guide to depth of field designed for those new to self-shooting, covering focus, focussing distance, focal length, aperture and sensor.
UHD production: What do I need to know?The key aspects of UHD (sometimes called 4K) production for commissioners, editors and producers including filming, editing, storage, HDR and WCG.
Podcasting: What do I need to know? Insights into how to make a successful podcast, how to develop and optimise your podcast to reach wider audiences
Music copyright in TV: What are the issues?Why is music copyright relevant to your TV programme and what do you need to consider? This guide will show you.
The BBC Leadership ProgrammeA guide to what the year-long BBC Leadership Programme consists of, including the 360 review, 3 day course and online resources.
How to do risk assessmentLearn how to plan for health, safety and security risks and hazards, and minimise the chances of harm or damage
I've joined the BBC Academy: How do I get started?This guide has been created to help you understand what we do and get started here. Take some time to explore it and if there’s anything you're not clear about..
Spatial audio: Where do I start?Spatial audio is a way of creating sound in 360 degrees around a listener.
How do I create images for the BBC Academy online?Images are visual storytellers. One of the most effective ways to encourage someone to stay on a page is a good quality image.
How do I create subtitles?Subtitles, also called captions, provide a textual representation of dialogue and other important audio for people with hearing loss.
What do I need to know about the BBC?The BBC is a large organisation. This guide will help you understand its structure, purposes and origins.
Personality ProductionA guide for local radio producers on how to make the most out of content for their radio programmes.
Is TV production management for me?A guide for people who are considering a career in production management in the television industry.
Why is loudness such an issue for TV viewers?Why is there such a difference between the loudness of programmes and adverts? R.128 is now in place to reduce the difference.
BBC Birmingham InductionWelcome to BBC Birmingham! This guide will tell you all about the Mailbox and the Drama Village in Selly Oak.
Can I be a TV make-up artist?What are the essentials that a TV make-up artist needs to know? And how do aspiring artists break into the industry?
How can I protect my camera in extreme weather conditions?We explain what to look out for when faced with extreme heat, cold, moisture or dust. Discover what can happen to your camera - and how to prevent problems.
How can we support transitioning colleagues?How BBC staff can support people in their teams who are trans, transgender, transitioning or non-binary.
How to shoot short-form video and get it seenShort-form video is more popular than ever. In this BBC Academy guide we look at what makes it different, how to create it, and the best way to get it seen.
How do I design and build safely for productions?Information about the regulations that ensure construction for productions is done in a safe and efficient manner.
Virtual reality production: Where do I start?Guide to virtual reality production covering cost, technology, user experience and process by BBC VR Hub and BBC R&D
How do I make 360 videos?A guide to making 360 videos - what stories work best in 360, what specialist kit is required, and other considerations for storytelling.