Build broadcast graphics viewers can actually read.
mediastrixly.org trains production teams to design readable on-screen graphics, organise clean visual layouts, prepare lower thirds, and keep live communication clear under broadcast conditions.
A practical course, not just theory
Every lesson at mediastrixly.org is built around real broadcast software and real deadlines, so graphics operators and producers leave with templates and habits they use on the very next live shoot.
- Live-production case studies from Australian broadcasters
- Hands-on template building for lower thirds and title cards
- Feedback from working technical directors and designers
“Our lower thirds went from an afterthought to something the whole newsroom is proud of. Prep time on graphics dropped by nearly forty percent.”
Producer, regional broadcast network
Course graduate, Sydney
Skills that hold up under live broadcast pressure
The course moves from design fundamentals to a full on-air rehearsal, so every graphic your team builds is tested against the conditions of a real broadcast.
Readable graphics
Type scale, contrast and safe margins that hold up on any screen, from a control room monitor to a viewer’s phone.
Organised visual layouts
Grid systems and hierarchy rules so every title card, caption and panel graphic feels part of one broadcast.
Lower thirds that trigger fast
Template families built in advance so an operator can bring up the right graphic in seconds during a live segment.
Six modules, one broadcast-ready skill set
Each module builds on the last, moving from design theory to a full live rehearsal with real broadcast equipment.
Graphic design fundamentals
Colour, type and contrast rules built specifically for on-screen use.
Layout and hierarchy
Grid systems that keep every graphic consistent across a broadcast.
Lower thirds in practice
Building name, title and quote templates for fast live triggering.
Live timing and triggers
Cueing graphics with a director and technical operator under pressure.
Broadcast-safe delivery
Safe areas, aspect ratios and platform-specific export settings.
Supporting the presenter
Using graphics to reinforce, not compete with, live communication.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before enrolling with mediastrixly.org. Still have a question? Reach out on our Contacts page.
Do I need design experience to enrol?
No. Most students start as producers, reporters or technical operators. The course begins with graphic design fundamentals before moving into live broadcast practice.
What software do you teach?
Lessons use the same industry-standard broadcast graphics and character generator tools used in Australian newsrooms and production studios.
Is the course delivered online or in person?
Both. Cohorts run as live online sessions with recorded lessons, and select modules are also offered in person at partner studios.
How long does the course take?
The full six-module course runs across six weeks, with about three to four hours of study and practice time per week.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. Every student who completes all six modules and the final live rehearsal receives a mediastrixly.org certificate of completion.
Can this be run for my whole team?
Yes, we run private cohorts for newsrooms and production companies. Contact us to discuss group pricing and scheduling.
Do you cover vertical and streaming formats?
Yes. One module is dedicated to adapting lower thirds and title graphics for streaming platforms and vertical simulcast feeds.
What happens after I enquire?
An advisor will contact you within one business day to confirm the next available cohort and answer any questions about the curriculum.
Is there ongoing support after the course?
Graduates keep access to the template library and can book follow-up sessions with an instructor as their workflow evolves.
Elevate every broadcast your team produces
Graduates leave with a working template library, a shared style guide and the confidence to build new graphics on deadline, not just theory.
Learn moreTrusted by broadcast teams across Australia
- Learn from working technical directors and graphics designers
- Practice on real broadcast character generator software
- Leave with a certificate of completion and template library
No missed cues
Template families keep every lower third ready to trigger on time.
Consistent branding
Shared layout rules keep colour, type and spacing on brand across shows.
Real-time adjustments
Learn to update a graphic mid-broadcast without breaking the layout.
Let's build your next broadcast graphics together.
Tell us about your current workflow and team size, and an advisor from mediastrixly.org will help you find the right cohort.