Underwater Videography Courses in
Koh Tao, Thailand
Learn the art of professional underwater videography in Koh Tao, Thailand with Crystal Images. Our hands-on courses teach you how to capture stunning marine life and dive adventures while mastering filming, lighting, and professional video editing. Whether you’re an aspiring dive videographer or want to add underwater filmmaking to your skillset, our expert instructors will guide you from first shot to final edit — in one of the world’s top diving destinations.
Why Choose Our Underwater Videography Courses in Koh Tao
Experienced Instructors – Learn from passionate underwater filmmakers who have trained hundreds of divers in capturing and editing stunning marine life footage.
Hands-On Training – Combine theory with real dive experiences in Koh Tao’s vibrant waters.
Professional Equipment Provided – Cameras, housings, lights, and editing gear included.
Personalised Training – All courses are taught one-on-one, giving you dedicated instructor attention and a fully customised learning experience.
Recognised Location – Koh Tao is one of Asia’s premier destinations for dive training and marine cinematography.
What You’ll Learn
This underwater videography course on Koh Tao teaches camera control, buoyancy for filming, white balance, lighting, and professional editing. You’ll develop the skills to plan, shoot, and edit high-quality underwater videos.
We also offer Underwater Photography Courses — Read more — Underwater Photography Training for those interested in still images.
Topics include:
• Camera setup & manual controls for underwater shooting
• Achieving perfect buoyancy for steady shots
• White balance, lighting, and colour correction
• Storyboarding & filming sequences underwater
• Editing workflows using industry-standard software
• Exporting videos for clients, social media, or broadcast
Underwater Videography Courses on Koh Tao: Schedule & Structure
We offer four levels of underwater videography training — from first-time shooters to aspiring documentary filmmakers. Each course includes SSI materials, all filming and dive equipment, and guided training with an experienced instructor.
Basic Underwater Videography Course
Our Basic Underwater Videography Course on Koh Tao gives you the essentials in just 2 days and 4 dives.
A perfect introduction to filming underwater.
Learn how to handle video cameras in their housings, position yourself for steady shots, and capture beautiful scenes beneath the surface.
You’ll cover the essentials of buoyancy control for filming, subject framing, and basic camera operation.
In the afternoons, you’ll learn the fundamentals of video and audio editing in Adobe Premiere Pro, creating a short showreel of your dives to take home.
Advanced Underwater Videography Course
The Advanced Underwater Videography course on Koh Tao adds broadcast-style techniques and 14 dives.
Step up your filming game with broadcast-quality equipment and professional techniques.
Learn how to pre-plan shoots, choose and approach subjects, set manual white balance, and apply the 180-degree filming rule for smooth, cinematic footage.
In editing sessions, you’ll work on colour correction, multi-clip workflows, and advanced effects in Adobe Premiere Pro — producing videos ready
for public viewing or professional use.
Pro Underwater Videography Course
The Pro underwater videography course on Koh Tao includes 26 dives plus real assignments.
Designed for those aiming to work as underwater videographers, the Pro Course combines the Basic and Advanced programs with additional intensive training. You’ll film both underwater and on land, apply advanced shooting techniques, and take on real-world assignments — including filming an actual Open Water diver group and producing a 10–12 minute movie for same-day viewing.
You’ll also cover advanced editing, special effects, and workflow management. Graduates may be offered an internship with Crystal Images to gain industry experience.
Broadcast Documentary Course
The Documentary underwater videography course Koh Tao runs 4–6 weeks with unlimited dives.
The ultimate challenge for videographers who are ready to produce a broadcast-quality documentary.
You’ll learn the full production pipeline:
concept development, storyboarding,
treatments, pre-production planning, shot lists,
narration, and special effects.
Filming will take place on Koh Tao’s reefs and land,
with unlimited dives to capture every scene you need.
The course concludes with a professionally produced documentary ready for festivals,
broadcast, or streaming platforms.
Who Are These Underwater Videography Courses in Koh Tao For?
• Certified divers (minimum Open Water certification) wanting to specialise in video production
• Aspiring dive professionals seeking to work as underwater videographers
• Content creators & travel filmmakers expanding their portfolio
• Anyone passionate about marine life who wants to tell underwater stories visually
• Pro Course: Minimum Advanced Open Water Diver certification required
• Broadcast Documentary Course: Minimum Rescue Diver certification required
Equipment Provided
• Professional underwater video cameras & housings
• Lighting systems & filters
• Editing laptops with Adobe Premiere Pro
• All scuba diving gear, including tanks & weights
Got Questions?
We’ve Got Answers
Do I need to be a certified diver to join?
Yes, you must hold at least an Open Water Diver certification before joining the Basic or Advanced courses. The Pro course requires Advanced Open Water certification, and the Broadcast Documentary course requires Rescue Diver certification.
Is equipment included?
Yes, we provide all filming, lighting, and scuba gear required for the course.
How many dives will I do?
The number of dives depends on your course level — from 4 dives in Basic to unlimited dives in the Broadcast Documentary course.
Will I learn video editing as well as filming?
Absolutely — editing and colour correction are a core part of the training.
When can I start?
Courses run all year, with flexible start dates.
Do I need to be a certified diver to join?
Yes, you must hold at least an Open Water Diver certification before joining the Basic or Advanced courses. The Pro course requires Advanced Open Water certification, and the Broadcast Documentary course requires Rescue Diver certification.
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