Master the techniques to minimize on-air mistakes and the tricks to fix them when they do happen. Members with Studio Directing certification may reserve and direct shoots in the control room and studio. Whether you want to make a public service announcement or a full documentary, these courses will teach you all the necessary steps of portable production. Basic Portable Equipment introduces the camcorder, microphones, and accessories while teaching basic shooting and audio techniques. Basic Editing covers organizing your production and edit suite instruction, giving technical support in developing your shooting plan and editing.
Class is completed upon submission of a certification tape.
Understand the principles of lighting and color temperature to achieve better picture quality, to set a mood, and to create a center of interest. Learn how to use portable Lowell lights and gels to accommodate various situations in the field. Find the right microphone for your shooting situation and learn the techniques for recording quality audio. In the edit suite, make your video's message clear and compelling through smarter choices. Members with Intermediate Portable Production certification may use SCAT's light kits, gaffer's kits, and audio mixers.