GoPro Competency

Learn how to use a Go Pro……like a Pro.


Go Pro Competency Level 1

Know how to turn on GoPro/Osmo Action.
Know how to change picture modes (e.g. go from video to pictures)
Know how to format Go Pro SD card.

Know the different types of Go Pros in the Equipment Room

  1. Hero 3
  2. Hero 5
  3. Hero 7 – Black
  4. Osmo Action

Be familiar with physical appearances of each camera and be able to answer the following questions:

Does this Go Pro have a screen?

Does this Go Pro need a special case when being used in water?

For each of the Go Pros be familiar with the following:

Does this Go Pro have a removable battery?
What kind of USB cord does this Go Pro need?
Where does the USB cord plug in?

What’s the difference between GoPro and Osmo Action?


Go Pro Competency Level 2

For each Go Pro be familiar with the different resolution, frame rate and aspect ratio settings.

Be familiar with shooting in linear, wide, and superview.


For each Go Pro be familiar with the level of stabilization the camera has.

Know how to pair a Go Pro with your phone through the mobile app.

Learn which GoPros have voice command capabilities and learn some of the basic voice commands.   


Project for Go Pro Competency
Checkout a Go Pro (preferably a hero 7 black for the Hypersmooth 🙂 and complete the following tasks.  Pair the Go Pro with your phone via the Go Pro app. Go outside and document you doing something fun!!!! Take a picture, a video with Hypersmooth enabled, a video with Hypersmooth disabled, and a time lapse.  Use some of the different frame rates and aspect ratios for your videos.  You get an extra 5 million bonus points if you do some type of water activity as well.  This project would go well with your badge for premiere pro.