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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DCM: Intro to Camera
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
To sign up for a training, you must first become a member.
Denver Community Media 2101 Arapahoe Street, Unit 1 Denver, CO 80205 720-337-4200 info@denvercommunitymedia.org
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