Filming the MWLC Heath Anti-Diet Talk Event at Park Regis, Birmingham

Samuel Lardner • April 24, 2026

At SJL Works, we regularly work with organisations to capture live events in a way that preserves both the energy of the room and the value of the content. Recently, we had the opportunity to film a powerful and inspiring event for MWLC Heath — an Anti-Diet Talk Event hosted at the Park Regis Hotel in Birmingham.

The event brought together attendees for a full day of discussions focused on health, wellbeing, and challenging traditional diet culture. Our role was to ensure the entire event was captured professionally so the content could continue to reach audiences long after the day had finished.


Early Setup and Preparation


For live events, preparation is everything. Our team arrived early at the venue to ensure there was plenty of time to set up equipment and test every element of the production. We installed multiple cameras to capture the talks in full, ensuring we had clean angles of the speakers and the room. Audio is just as important as visuals during conference-style events, so we carefully connected into the venue’s sound system and tested microphones to make sure everything was clear and consistent. Before the event began, we also matched camera settings and colour profiles so that every shot would look cohesive during editing. This attention to detail makes a big difference when the final footage is assembled.


Capturing the Event


Once the event started, our team spent the next 12 hours documenting the entire day.


This included:

  • Filming each talk in full so the sessions could be shared later
  • Capturing b-roll footage of the venue, audience interactions, and key moments throughout the event
  • Conducting interviews with guests and attendees in a separate room
  • Documenting behind-the-scenes moments that help tell the full story of the day


Having a separate interview space allowed us to capture thoughtful reflections from speakers and guests without interrupting the flow of the event.




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Post-Production and Final Delivery


After the event, the project moved into post-production where we carefully organised and edited all of the captured material.

The final deliverables included:


  • A highlights film showcasing the key moments from the day
  • Full edited versions of each talk and session
  • Behind-the-scenes content captured during the event


This approach allows the client to use the content in multiple ways — from sharing full educational talks to promoting future events through shorter highlight videos.


If you want to watch the highlights film from the event click here  ➡  https://vimeo.com/1186196051


A Successful Collaboration


The MWLC Heath team were extremely pleased with the final results and how the content captured both the impact of the talks and the atmosphere of the event. For us, it’s always rewarding to help organisations extend the life of their events through professional video content that can continue to educate and inspire.


Need Your Next Live Event Filmed?


If you're planning a conference, talk, panel discussion, or live event, professional filming ensures your content can reach far beyond the room.

At SJL Works, we provide full live event coverage including multi-camera filming, interviews, b-roll capture, and post-production editing.


If you’d like your next event professionally captured, get in touch with us to discuss your project.


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