Created for the control room
mediariffx trains the next generation of vision mixers, technical directors and broadcast engineers across multi-camera switching, live broadcasting techniques and real-time video operation for television and streaming productions.
Multi-Camera Switching
Learn to cut cleanly between multiple live camera feeds on an industry-standard vision mixer under real production pressure.
Live Broadcasting Techniques
Build the technique behind clean transitions, graphics integration and signal routing used in professional live broadcasts.
Real-Time Video Operation
Operate cameras, playback and replay systems in real time, keeping pace with a live television or streaming production.
Hands-on time behind a real vision mixer
- Train on industry-standard vision mixers and routers
- Run live simulated broadcasts with real production pressure
- Learn directly from working technical directors
- Small cohort sizes with hands-on desk time for every student
Everything you need to run a control room
Our curriculum covers every discipline required to manage a live television or streaming production from start to finish.
Switcher Operation
Clean, confident cuts between camera sources under live pressure.
Camera Coordination
Directing multiple camera operators to capture every key moment.
Audio-Video Sync
Keeping sound and picture perfectly aligned throughout a broadcast.
Studio Floor Management
Coordinating presenters, crew and cues on a live studio floor.
Broadcast Graphics
Integrating lower thirds, scoreboards and on-screen graphics live.
Signal & Routing
Understanding how feeds, routers and intercoms connect a production.
We believe in real production experience
mediariffx has trained broadcast professionals across the UK since 2015, with courses built around the equipment and pressure of a genuine control room.
2015
Year founded
1,200+
Graduates trained
6
Core modules
98%
Course completion rate
How the course runs
Learn the desk
Get familiar with the vision mixer, routers and intercom layout.
Run live simulations
Practise switching and operation during simulated live broadcasts.
Master control room roles
Rotate through director, TD and vision mixer positions.
Graduate broadcast-ready
Leave with a portfolio of live production experience.
Courses built around the control room
Every mediariffx course leads to real production readiness. Choose the track that matches your experience and enquire to reserve your place.
Foundation Pass
An introduction to the control room for new operators and broadcast assistants.
- Vision mixer fundamentals
- Studio floor awareness
- Guided live simulation
- Certificate of completion
Intensive Production Track
Our flagship programme covering switching, broadcast technique and real-time operation.
- Multi-camera switching mastery
- Live broadcasting techniques
- Real-time video operation
- Control room role rotation
- 1-to-1 mentor feedback
Corporate & Team Training
Bespoke on-site or studio-based training for broadcasters and streaming production teams.
- Tailored curriculum
- On-site or studio delivery
- Team production exercises
- Ongoing support package
Meet your instructors
David Whitfield
Lead Technical Director
Amara Okafor
Senior Vision Mixer Trainer
Rajesh Patel
Production Manager
Mei-Lin Chen
Camera Coordination Lead
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