Field Equipment Certification

Man demonstrating use of Panasonic Camera to a woman

Field Equipment Certification classes will equip community producers with the necessary skills to safely and effectively operate Denver Community Media’s field production equipment including video cameras, light kits, tripod and microphones.

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Classes Offered:

Pocket Production

Name Duration Description Price
DCM: Pocket Production  1 hr How to shoot with your cell phone and edit in Adobe Express. Learn the basics of enhancing your content filmed with your cell phone. This workshop will cover a variety of topics including things to consider before you shoot, your rights for shooting in public spaces, the best phone settings to use, and navigating Adobe Express for fast editing. Free

Intro to Camera

Name Duration Description Price

DCM: Intro to Camera

 2 hr

Learn the basics of how photo and video recording work and how to intentionally setup your camera to support your creativity. The class includes an introduction to exposure, composition and lighting. This class is NOT a required field equipment certification prerequisite.

Beginner Level Course

Free

Sony A7s Mirrorless Camera Certification

Name Duration Description Price
DCM: Sony A7s Mirrorless Camera Certification   2 hr

The Field Equipment Certification class will equip Community Producers with the necessary skills to safely and effectively operate DCM's Sony A7s Mirrorless Cameras, lenses, tripods, and Dracast lighting equipment. Member producers will learn how to reserve and schedule field equipment, and spend time getting familiar with the equipment. The class will cover the camera menu and functionality, and best practices in lighting and shot composition, and shot lists. DCM staff will also review and recommend SD recording cards, external hard drives, and media for purchase. This class is a required prerequisite to access DCM’s field equipment for check-out and for the Sony A7s Mirrorless Cameras.

Required to reserve Sony A7s cameras, tripods, and lighting kits.

$50

Sony FX30 Digital Cinema Camera Certification

Name Duration Description Price
DCM: Sony FX30 Digital Cinema Camera Certification  2 hr

The Field Equipment Certification class will equip Community Producers with the necessary skills to safely and effectively operate DCM's Sony FX30 Digital Cinema Cameras, lenses, tripods, and Dracast lighting equipment. Member producers will learn how to reserve and schedule field equipment, and spend time getting familiar with the gear. The class will cover the camera menu and functionality, and best practices in lighting and shot composition, and shot lists. DCM staff will also review and recommend SD recording cards, external hard drives, and media for purchase. This class is a required prerequisite to access DCM’s field equipment for check-out and for the Sony FX30 Digital Cinema Cameras.

Required to reserve Sony FX30 cameras, tripods, and lighting kits.

 $50

Panasonic DVX200 Camcorder Certification

Name Duration Description Price
DCM: Panasonic DVX200 Camcorder Certification 2 hr

The Field Equipment Certification class will equip Community Producers with the necessary skills to safely and effectively operate DCM's Panasonic DVX200 Camcorders, tripods, and Dracast Lighting equipment. Member producers will learn how to reserve and schedule field equipment, and spend time getting familiar with the equipment. The class will cover the camera menu and functionality, and best practices in lighting and shot composition, storyboarding and shot lists. DCM staff will also review and recommend SD recording cards, external hard drives, and media for purchase. This class is a required prerequisite to access DCM’s field equipment for check-out and for the Panasonic DVX200 Camcorders.

Required to reserve Panasonic DVX200 camcorders, tripods, and lighting kits.

 $50 

Progressive Cinematography Course

Name Duration Description Price
DCM: Progressive Cinematography Course 4 days

The Progressive Cinematography Course provides a foundation for Cinematography. It takes Community Producers through framing, lensing, lighting, light modifiers, coverage and camera movement with time to practice the concepts over 4 three-hour classes.

This course can be taken as a substitute for the FX6 certification class.

$200

FX6 Digital Cinema Camera Certification (coming soon)

Name Duration Description Price
DCM: FX6 Digital Cinema Camera Certification (coming soon)  TBD

The FX6 Cinema Camera Certification class will equip Community Producers with the necessary skills to safely and effectively operate DCM's Sony FX6 Camera. The class will cover the camera menu and functionality, as well as camera accessories including the Dana Dolly, Teradek, manual and remote follow focus and external monitors. DCM staff will also review and recommend SD recording cards, external hard drives, and media for purchase.

Required to reserve Sony FX6 cameras, tripods, and lighting kits.

 TBD 

Certification Training Outline:

  • General Guidelines: Equipment handling and care, producer responsibilities, SD cards
  • Camera menu operations & best practices
  • Tripod set up & balancing
  • Lighting set up
  • Field Audio: Connecting the Sennheiser wireless lavalier and hand held microphones & establish correct audio levels
Certification Requirements:
  • Set up camera & lenses (if applicable) efficiently and safely attach to the tripod
  • Set up wireless mics and establish correct audio levels
  • Test recording for picture and sound quality 

 


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