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Master photographic editing with Lightroom. Learn from experts to enhance images and visuals and streamline workflows, effectively and professionally, for photographers and graphic designers.

2 day course     10am - 5pm     Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

  • Exploring the Lightroom interface, enabling you to navigate the system effectively.
  • How to import and organize photos to improve portfolio organization.
  • Understanding basic adjustments, helping you enhance the qualities of your photos.
  • How to further enhance skills using the Tone Curve.
  • Exploring how to share and export work in professional settings, improving client communication.
  • How to use efficient workflow strategies to ensure the most effective work portfolio.
  • Understanding use and creation to showcase effective designs, helping you meet design briefs.
  • Exploring the Lightroom interface, enabling you to navigate the system effectively.
  • How to import and organize photos to improve portfolio organization.
  • Understanding basic adjustments, helping you enhance the qualities of your photos.
  • How to further enhance skills using the Tone Curve.
  • Exploring how to share and export work in professional settings, improving client communication.
  • How to use efficient workflow strategies to ensure the most effective work portfolio.
  • Understanding use and creation to showcase effective designs, helping you meet design briefs.
  • Lightroom Introduction

    The training was awesome! My tutor was very professional and fun. I really enjoyed the two sessions. Thank you very much!

    CTBTO
    January 2026
  • Trainer's knowledge was immense, clearly an experienced practitioner.

    Joseph Chamberlain College
    March 2026
  • The course was informative and well-structured and my trainer Lee was an excellent instructor, very professional and knowledgeable. I learned a lot and feel much more confident using the software now.

    Hannah G
    February 2026
  • Absolutely brilliant training. Learnt so much!

    Rebecca L
    January 2026
  • Very interesting course. The group size of four was very good. The tutor, Lee, was not only knowledgeable but also a great teacher.

    Viaplay Group
    March 2026
  • The course was really informative. Tony is an excellent teacher, going through each feature very clearly and in great detail. He was able to answer any question we had. Highly recommend this course!

    N Family Club
    February 2026
  • Great delivery, enjoyable training session.

    Evercore
    March 2026
  • The one-to-one training I received was incredibly useful. Any question I had was answered straight away and the 'science' behind it was explained in a very easy to understand way.

    Lincolnshire Police
    April 2026
  • The training sessions were very good and I learned a lot. Looking forward to the advanced Prototyping course!

    Buttasideup Creative Agency
    March 2026
  • This felt like a bespoke course even thought there was a syllabus we were following. I was able to ask as many questions as needed and focus on specific aspects which I knew were more relevant to my role, which meant I got a lot more out of the course.

    Lincolnshire Police
    January 2026
  • The set up was very professional and my trainer was very knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

    Bladeroom
    January 2026
  • The course was absolutely perfect for our needs. Our trainer was fantastic throughout and helped us with patience and enthusiasm. We'll definitely look to Transmedia for further training.

    Immediate Media
    February 2026
  • Having a great tutor is invaluable. We went through everything in amazing detail. He loved when we asked questions and all got stuck in. Highly recommend. Thank you :)

    April 2026
  • Lovely trainer!! Thank you so much, we have all learned in a supportive way and you have shown me new shortcuts and tools to make my work life and personal life easier.

    Structural Soils Ltd
    March 2026
  • A knowledgeable trainer who was happy to answer questions and listen to how I need to work within my companies' processes. His answers to follow-up questions were really helpful.

    Hachette UK
    March 2026
  • Lightroom Introduction

    The training was awesome! My tutor was very professional and fun. I really enjoyed the two sessions. Thank you very much!

    CTBTO
    January 2026
  • Trainer's knowledge was immense, clearly an experienced practitioner.

    Joseph Chamberlain College
    March 2026
  • The course was informative and well-structured and my trainer Lee was an excellent instructor, very professional and knowledgeable. I learned a lot and feel much more confident using the software now.

    Hannah G
    February 2026
  • Absolutely brilliant training. Learnt so much!

    Rebecca L
    January 2026
  • Very interesting course. The group size of four was very good. The tutor, Lee, was not only knowledgeable but also a great teacher.

    Viaplay Group
    March 2026
  • The course was really informative. Tony is an excellent teacher, going through each feature very clearly and in great detail. He was able to answer any question we had. Highly recommend this course!

    N Family Club
    February 2026
  • Great delivery, enjoyable training session.

    Evercore
    March 2026
  • The one-to-one training I received was incredibly useful. Any question I had was answered straight away and the 'science' behind it was explained in a very easy to understand way.

    Lincolnshire Police
    April 2026
  • The training sessions were very good and I learned a lot. Looking forward to the advanced Prototyping course!

    Buttasideup Creative Agency
    March 2026
  • This felt like a bespoke course even thought there was a syllabus we were following. I was able to ask as many questions as needed and focus on specific aspects which I knew were more relevant to my role, which meant I got a lot more out of the course.

    Lincolnshire Police
    January 2026
  • The set up was very professional and my trainer was very knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

    Bladeroom
    January 2026
  • The course was absolutely perfect for our needs. Our trainer was fantastic throughout and helped us with patience and enthusiasm. We'll definitely look to Transmedia for further training.

    Immediate Media
    February 2026
  • Having a great tutor is invaluable. We went through everything in amazing detail. He loved when we asked questions and all got stuck in. Highly recommend. Thank you :)

    April 2026
  • Lovely trainer!! Thank you so much, we have all learned in a supportive way and you have shown me new shortcuts and tools to make my work life and personal life easier.

    Structural Soils Ltd
    March 2026
  • A knowledgeable trainer who was happy to answer questions and listen to how I need to work within my companies' processes. His answers to follow-up questions were really helpful.

    Hachette UK
    March 2026

This Lightroom Introduction course includes

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  • bullet point icon Live Instructor-led training
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  • bullet point icon Latest Mac or PC ready to go
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  • bullet point icon Hands-on exercises

Book this course

We offer Lightroom Introduction as a private course.

You can select a date which suits you or your team.

The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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Course Outline for Lightroom Introduction

Introducing Adobe Lightroom

  • Understanding the Lightroom interface
  • Lightroom Classic vs. Lightroom CC
  • Setting up Lightroom: Preferences and Catalogue Settings

Importing and Organising Photos

  • Importing Images
  • Understanding the library
  • Folders, collections and keywords
  • Metadata and tags

Basic Editing Techniques

  • Editing mode
  • Basic adjustments: Exposure, Contrast, Highlights and Shadows
  • White balance, Temperature, Vibrance and Saturation
  • Cropping and straightening

Further Editing Techniques

  • Using the tone curve
  • Using the Color Mixer
  • Point Colour
  • Colour Grading
  • Noise reduction and sharpening techniques

Local adjustments

  • Understanding masks
  • Selecting subject and background
  • Selecting people and faces
  • Graduated and radial filters radial filters
  • Using Adjustment Brushes

Exporting and Sharing Your Work

  • File formats, sizing and compression
  • Watermarking photos
  • Sharing photos using different platforms
  • Lightroom mobile app basics

Workflow Tips and Best Practices

  • Efficient workflow strategies
  • Keyboard shortcuts and tips
  • Lightroom presets: Use and creation
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FAQs about the Lightroom Introduction course

Is this Lightroom Introduction course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who are new to Lightroom or have been using Lightroom for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in Lightroom. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.

How is the content taught throughout the Lightroom Introduction course?

Our Lightroom Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using Lightroom throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.

What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Lightroom Introduction course?

For private classes in Lightroom Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.

Should I attend the Lightroom Introduction course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

What support is available after I attend the Lightroom Introduction course?

We offer ongoing support to our Lightroom Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Lightroom Introduction course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Lightroom Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

Lightroom Introduction — Team and Bespoke Training

Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.

  • Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
  • We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
  • Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
  • We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.

Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.

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