Learn By Enrolling In Workshops

The first step in producing a show at AccessVision is to learn how to use our equipment. AccessVision offers public workshops that teach you how to produce and air your own television show. All classes are $20 per person for each topic, except where noted. Most classes are two sessions lasting about two hours each in length; you must complete both days to be certified to use the equipment. You do not have to complete all of the workshops in order to be able to use AccessVision's facilities. Advance registration for workshops is required, at least 1 business day before the class begins.

To register, please stop by our offices at 70 West Michigan Avenue, suite 112 and sign up; payment is due at registration. If you are new to AccessVision, please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the first class so that your contact information can be entered into our membership database. You will also need to provide photo identification that includes your current mailing address in order to check out equipment. If you have any questions about the classes, please call Jason at (269) 968-3633.

Workshops

Camcorder

See how easy it is to use digital camcorders in this 2-session class. You will learn basic camera techniques, including setting exposure and focus, use of the tripod, microphones and lighting kit. You'll see firsthand how to get professional-looking results. Class size: maximum 6. You must attend both sessions to complete the class.

Materials:
Camcorder.pdf, Shooting_best_practices.pdf
Camcorder Class March 13, 5:30 pm Register Now
Studio

Learn how to record your own show in our 3-camera studio in this two-session class. We cover basic techniques of directing, producing, lighting and everything else you need to know to produce either a recorded show or a live show. You must attend both sessions to complete the class. Class size: maximum 6.

Materials:
Studio.pdf

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Digital Editing

Learn how to use iMovie to edit your program on a Mac computer in this 2-session class. We'll show you how to import footage from tapes, how to trim clips, add transitions and effects, and how to master your finished program to a DVD. Basic computer skills using a mouse are required for this class, and you must attend both sessions to complete the class. Class size: maximum 6.

Materials:
Digital Editing (iMovie06).pdf
Digital Editing Class March 20, 5:30 pm Register Now
Portable Studio*

In this 2-session class, you'll learn how to set up and use the portable studios to record live events on location with up to 4 cameras. Class size: maximum 6. You must attend both sessions to complete the class. (*Prerequisite: Completion of Camcorder workshop prior to enrolling; volunteer for one remote production prior to checking out equipment.)

Materials:
Portable Studio.pdf
Portable Studio Class February 28, 5:30 pm Register Now
Final Cut Pro*

Learn how to use our more advanced, professional digital editing system to edit your program in this 2-session class. Use multiple video layers, effects and basic animation to create a show open or close. Recommended for people with previous digital editing experience. You must attend both sessions to complete the class. (*Prerequisite: Completion of Digital Editing workshop + 1 completed iMovie project, and/or previous digital editing experience.)

Materials:
Final_Cut_Pro.pdf, Editing best practices.pdf
Final Cut Pro Class March 6, 5:30 pm Register Now
Pre-Production

Learn how planning and developing a script BEFORE shooting can save time, reduce stress and make a better program in this one-session class. *Prerequisites: Digital Editing & Camcorder workshops or previous production experience.* Class size: maximum 6.
Pre-Production Class March 27, 5:30 pm Register Now