12 Week Course

WKTV offers a production class that teaches basic video production. In twelve courses we cover everything from basic camera work to set design and lighting, and wrap the term learning Non-linear editing using Final Cut Pro. In this hands on class students have the opportunity to learn by doing. Each term begins with a basic overview of Production work and then goes to work producing a class project. The last class worked on a project promoting a youth program. The class designed the set, created the lighting concepts and shot the video. Sign up for spring term and get involved at WKTV.

Week 1 OPENING DOORS
This class will get you acquainted with producing community television. We'll cover the roles that a producer plays and how he/she creates great community programming.

Week 2 SHOT COMPOSITION
At the end of this class, you will have an understanding of shot composition covering such subjects as the "rule of thirds" and "talking space."

Week 3 CAMERA OPERATION
Students will learn how to operate television production cameras. This will cover set-up, operation and tear down of the equipment you'll use here at WKTV.

Week 4 STUDIO PRODUCTION
In this class you'll learn how a studio production is run. This will cover Camera Placement, Camera Operation, Blocking and Floor Direction.

Week 5 THE ART OF DIRECTING
The role of the director is covered. We will also go over a list of cues and terms a director and the crew will use.

Week 6 LEARNING TECHNOLOGY
Here's your chance to start handling control room equipment! You'll learn how each piece of equipment is used in a studio production.

Week 7 TELEVISION LIGHTING
Using state of the art and traditional means, you'll learn the basic television lighting techniques for studio and location.

Week 8 AUDIO
Good, clean, crisp sound is important for any television production. You'll learn how to use microphones in the studio and field. You'll also learn how to use a mixing board.

Week 9 EDITING FOR TELEVISION
Editing for television is different than editing a corporate video or regular video medium. Timing is vital, as are graphics and a host of other factors.

Week 10 INTERVIEWING FOR TELEVISION
At the completion of this class you will have learned tips on how to best the best responses from your subjects. A must if you are producing a documentary or are hosting a chat show.

Week 11 WORK DAY
The class will particpate in the production of a PSA (Public Service Announcement). This will be on a topic of the clas's choosing and all will particpate from concept to final edit.

Week 12 WORK DAY
The class will continue and toward finishing the production of the PSA. It will air on WKTV shortly afterward.

Those taking the class are free to continue volunteering at WKTV. Many other productions exist that are often in need of camera operators, directors, and in some cases, editors. Networking within the facility is a perfect way to get plugged into these community TV productions.