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Inside The Community Studio, we'll show you how to recognise powerful stories, film ethical and authentic content, and edit compelling videos that make supporters fall in love with you
Learn once, create forever: Learn phone filmmaking skills that keep delivering results long after you complete the course.
DOORS CLOSE ON OCTOBER 8TH @ 18:00
You know video works, but creating ethical, low-cost content with your phone feels overwhelming - we'll make it simple.
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You're just one step away from transforming your nonprofit's storytelling with complete phone filmmaking training plus a full year of expert support and community.
CLOSES OCTOBER 8TH AT 6PM
The Community Studio
£195
Complete 4-module phone filmmaking course with templates and guides
ClipChamp editing class with quick reference materials
Ethical filming toolkit including all consent forms and safeguarding resources
12-month membership with monthly group calls and technical support
Personal strategy session with our team
Watch the video below for a peek inside The Community Studio......
The Saltways’ smartphone training gave our small team the confidence to start capturing and editing video content ourselves. We’ve already created a short, authentic video to thank our volunteers, and the positive response has motivated us to keep practising and sharing more.
— SARAH WALLER, EMABRACING AGE
As we have a limited budget, we decided that The Saltways Community Studio course would help us understand how to create content, just using our phones and free software. We were not disappointed and we now have an enthusiastic core group who are far more confident and meet regularly to plan, capture content and edit. We still have a lot to learn but at least we have started! Thank you.'
— Caroline, TORRIDGE CIC
Thanks to Saltways training, we’re now confidently using video across all our campaigns. Our storytelling has improved, our partners are noticing, and it’s added a fun, creative new dimension to our work. I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking to get started with video.
— Jo Fox, Community First Yorkshire
The smartphone training from The Saltways has been really useful and helped us as a small team gain confidence in conquering hurdles we've previously felt with trying to capture content. We've already put into practice some of the tips on how to use our smartphones and how to edit together different video clips, by making a short video to thank our volunteers in Volunteers Week. It was certainly "authentic" over super professional, but we've had great response from our volunteers who loved receiving it, and it's encouraged us to start capturing more content and honing our skills.
Here's a link to the volunteers' week video we made if helpful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fy7N3nSPDh8
— SARAH WALLER, EMABRACING AGE
As we have a limited budget, we decided that The Saltways Community Studio course would help us understand how to create content, just using our phones and free software. We were not disappointed and we now have an enthusiastic core group who are far more confident and meet regularly to plan, capture content and edit. We still have a lot to learn but at least we have started! Thank you.'
— Caroline, TORRIDGE CIC
Thanks to Saltways training, our video content has gone from strength to strength, and we are now confidently adding videos to all of our campaigns, filming our training and partners are noticing and appreciating our engaging digital storytelling. I would heartily recommend the Saltways training to anyone wishing to break into video storytelling.
I have to say, we are having a lot of fun with the recordings – it’s opened up a whole new dimension to our working week! Plus, it means we can get out and about much more as our colleagues are dead keen for us to come out with them to video.
— Jo Fox, Community First Yorkshire
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Here's exactly what you'll learn in The Community Studio:
Module 1: Find Your Film-Worthy Stories
Learn to spot the amazing stories already happening in your nonprofit work. You'll discover how to see ordinary moments as extraordinary stories and develop a filmmaker's eye for the powerful narratives unfolding around you every day. Includes story planning templates and spotting checklists to make this feel natural and systematic.
Module 2: Involve People Ethically
Learn the art of including clients, staff, and community members in your films while maintaining dignity and consent. You'll get practical frameworks for ethical filming, plus all the consent forms and safeguarding tools you need to protect everyone involved while creating authentic, collaborative content.
Module 3: Learn Phone Filming & Video Editing
From filming basics to advanced techniques, you'll learn everything needed to create professional-quality videos using just your phone. This includes a comprehensive ClipChamp editing session with quick reference guides, so you can go from raw footage to polished film with confidence.
Module 4: Make It Move People & Sustain Your Practice
Build systems that make video creation a natural part of your nonprofit's culture. You'll learn how to launch and review your content for maximum impact, plus resources and distribution strategies that keep your storytelling sustainable long-term.
PLUS...
You’ll get this, limited-time bonuses to support your results
BONUS #1
12-Month Community Studio Membership + Personal Strategy Session
You'll get a full year of ongoing support including monthly group calls with our team, access to our exclusive workshop series, technical support through our community forum, and a one-to-one strategy session to create your personalised filming plan. This ensures you don't just learn the skills - you implement them successfully with expert guidance and a supportive community cheering you on every step of the way.
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Basic PLAN
$47/m
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60-Day Implementation Guarantee
Take the course and attend at least one group call within 60 days - if you haven't created your first authentic nonprofit video and don't feel the training was worth your investment, we'll give you a full refund.
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I'm Emma
Six years ago, while working at a youth homelessness charity, I created a simple thank-you video on my phone and it sparked an incredible response. That moment revealed the power of authentic storytelling to connect supporters with the people they’re helping. But behind the scenes, I was overwhelmed, nervous, and unsure of the process just like so many other nonprofits I later began to support.
Through years of working with hundreds of nonprofit leaders, I saw the same struggles: fear of tech, guilt around spending time on marketing, and a deep desire to tell stories ethically and authentically. The problem wasn’t lack of budget or gear. It was a lack of support tailored to mission-driven organisations. That’s why I created The Community Studio, a space built to help nonprofits of all sizes share their impact with confidence, clarity, and heart.
You just need someone to show you how to see it, capture it, and share it with confidence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can email me at [email protected] if you have any questions — I'm happy to help! And don't forget to check out the FAQs below; there's a ton of helpful info waiting for you.
I'm completely new to filming - will this be too technical for me?
Not at all. The course is designed specifically for nonprofits who've never picked up a camera before. We start with the absolute basics - how to hold your phone steady, where to find good lighting, and simple conversation techniques. Every lesson includes step-by-step guides and templates, plus you'll have 12 months of technical support through our community forum to get help whenever you need it.
I'm worried about exploiting the people we serve - how do you ensure ethical filming?
This is exactly why we dedicate an entire module to ethical involvement. You'll get comprehensive training on consent processes, risk assessments, and safeguarding protocols, plus all the actual forms you need. We teach collaborative approaches where participants help shape their own stories, ensuring dignity and empowerment rather than exploitation. Many of our members say this module alone was worth the investment.
When will I realistically have time to implement this with everything else on my plate?
We understand nonprofit schedules are intense, which is why the course is designed for busy people. Each lesson is around 20 minutes, and you can work through them at your own pace. More importantly, we teach you to integrate filming into activities you're already doing - team meetings, client sessions, events - rather than adding separate "filming time" to your calendar.
What if I start the course but don't follow through?
The 12-month membership is specifically designed to prevent this. You'll have monthly group calls for accountability, a community of peers going through the same journey, and access to our team for support. Plus, with our 30-day guarantee, you can try the first two modules risk-free and see if it's the right fit for you.
Will this really work for our type of organisation/cause?
We've worked with nonprofits across every sector - from youth services to environmental charities to disability advocacy. The principles of authentic storytelling apply regardless of your cause. During your included strategy session, we'll help you identify the specific stories and approaches that work best for your organisation's unique mission and community.
Can multiple people from our organisation access the course?
Yes, absolutely. While you'll receive one set of login credentials, your team members are welcome to share access to work through the modules together. This actually works really well for many organisations - you can designate someone as your "lead filmmaker" while others focus on story spotting or ethical protocols. Just keep in mind that the personal strategy session and membership benefits (like the monthly group calls) are designed for the primary contact person who enrolled.
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