Classes

QATV Course Offerings

The QATV training program is now organized into two tracks: Studio Production and Field Production. Based on areas of interest, students can take the entire track or select areas of interest within the track.

Orientation to Television - A one-session introduction to QATV and the services offered, including responsibilities of membership. This class will introduce you to public access television and give you the “rules of the road.”
Prerequisite for all classes
Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at 6:30pm
Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 6:30pm

Studio Production Track

Let's Produce TV - Let’s Produce TV will introduce you to the basics behind producing a studio production.  Participants will be instructed in the basic pre-production (storyboarding, script writing) and production (set design, lighting, camera, audio, graphics, etc) techniques.  The course will culminate with a 30-minute studio production that will air on QATV-8.
Prerequisite: Orientation
Thursday, April 18th - May 30th, 2013

Field Production

Portable Production (Camcorder/ENG) - Participants will learn the basics of using a camcorder in the field.  Techniques covered will include how to set up a tripod, mounting a camcorder on a tripod, panning/tilting, and other basic functions on the Canon GL2 (the camcorder available to members of QATV).  The course also covers recording audio with the built-in camcorder microphone and with external microphones (wired and wireless).
2 class sessions
Prerequisite: Orientation
Tuesday, April 16th - May 14th, 2013

Editing - This class will introduce and acquaint participants with the non-linear editing software used at QATV, Adobe Premiere CS4.  Skills taught over the 4 sessions include: correct project settings, capturing, trimming, video/audio transitions, basic titling, audio levels, and mastering to a DVD.
4 class sessions
Prerequisite: Orientation
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Advanced Editing - Participants will be taught advanced methods of Adobe Premiere CS4, including keyboard shortcuts, working with key frames, video and audio effects, nesting timelines and more.
Prerequisite: Basic Editing and a good working knowledge and understanding of Adobe Premiere CS4.
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Sports Production - Learn the basic techniques to covering sports (football, volleyball, basketball and more) that are needed to get the game on the air.  Also, learn how to isolate your son/daughter and create a highlight reel that college athletic programs may be looking for.
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Studio/Portable Production

Lighting and Set Design - An advanced class on general lighting as well as special effects will be discussed and demonstrated.
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Digital Photography 101 & 102 - This 2 session class will cover basic camera operation; explain shutter speed, aperture and exposure.  Composition, the "rules of photography," and avenues available to improve your own photography skills.
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Making a Documentary - Learn the fundamentals of documentary video making with documentary award winner Mark Crosby.  Mark will discuss outlining, scripting, storyboarding, graphics styles - everything necessary to learn how to complete your project.
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Advanced Audio Techniques - Need to know what microphone to use? How about where to place the microphone? Does the audio board look too confusing? Advanced Audio Techniques will go in depth so you can pick the right mic and get the best audio possible.
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Advanced Lighting Techniques - You've produced a show but want to add some extra flare to your studio set? Out in the field and your talent just doesn't look right? Find out more tricks of the trade in this class!
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Interview Basics - Congratulations, you're the host of your own show!  Do you know what type of questions to ask your guest?  Do you know how to lead up to the hard hitting question?  Do you know when to ask a follow-up question?  Learn the basics of interviewing a guest, how to get all the pertinent information and how to maintain the interest of your audience
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