2011 RCTV-15 CLASS SCHEDULE
Reserve your place today in any of the following classes by contacting Yolanda Simone at (585) 325-1238 or emailing YolandaMSimone2004@yahoo.com and then download RCTV-15's class registration form and mail or bring it in with payment to finalize registration.
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Cinema 4D Animation Class Starting Soon! : Monday, Sept 26th at 6:30 PM.
Learn cutting edge 3D graphics and special effects from RIT Film & Animation School graduate Haqi Jamison. There are only a few spots left in our first offering of this course. Haqi will take you through the fundamentals of 3D animation using the Maxon's Cinema 4D - a powerhouse in the industry of motion graphics. The fee for this class is $250. Because space is limited, contact our receptionist at (585) 325-1238 to register on a first-come, first served basis.
Cinema 4D class dates: Next Class Dates to be announced.
Time: 6:30 - 8 PM
Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Introductory Level
Come learn how to edit your home movies, video projects and P.S.A.'s like the professionals. You’ll learn digital editing in our state-of-the-art Apple G5 lab. From beginning to end, Certified Apple Pro instructor Joshua Bloodworth will give you the tools you need to edit polished, fun and dynamic video projects. We’ll cover basics all the way to adding special effects and text. All skill levels welcome, no experience necessary.
Fall Class Schedule: Six Tuesdays: February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Fee: $100 for members and $160 for non-members (includes 1 year membership). Registration is limited.
Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Intermediate/Advanced Level
This class is designed for those who wish to expand their editing skills. Certified Apple Pro instructor
Joshua Bloodworth will give you the tools to take your editing skills to the next level by learning advanced audio and video techniques as well as techniques to create special effects. Open only to those who have completed RCTV's Basics of Editing or its Documentary Film Making Class.
Class Time: Class dates and times to be determined, based on interest and are usually offered after the beginning class ends. If this is a class you would like to take, please let Yolanda or Josh know.
Fee: $100 for members and $160 for non-members (included 1 year membership). Registration is limited.
TV Studio Production Class
Learn how to use our new studio production equipment, including switcher, teleprompter and character generator. Have fun while learning to operate TV cameras and audio equipment. Manage the studio floor and/or serve as host. Pick a topic and produce a program. RCTV staff will work with you to create 30 minute live studio talk show programs. Students who successfully complete the class will be certified to use the studio at no cost. Class size limited to 12. No experience necessary. Ages 15 to Adult. Instructors: Carvin Eison and Rick Osborne. Students who have successfully completed the class are encouraged to repeat it, to learn directing skills.
Fall Class Schedule: Eight Tuesdays: February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3 and 10 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $100 for members and $160 for non-members (includes 1 year membership). Registration is limited.
OTHER CLASSES, COMING SOON:
Documentary Filmmaking Club
Become part of a club for those interested and involved in producing and working on documentaries as well as those who are interested in learning the technique. Discuss successful documentaries and review techniques. Screen each others’ works. Share filming and editing techniques, how to do research and conduct interviews. Discover contests in which you can enter your work, which can also be shown on RCTV and beyond. Hands-on technical assistance provided by RCTV staff.
Class Schedule: Every other Wednesday beginning Wednesday, October 12 through April, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (16 classes total)
Fee: $200 for members and $260 for Non-members(includes 1 year membership). Participants
will have use of lending library equipment and computer editing lab.
Payment may be made in two installments. Registration is limited.
Producción del Campo y Montaje de Video, Nivel Introductorio en Español
Produzca un programa corto para poner al aire en RCTV Canal 15. Aprenda como manejar una cámara de mano y practicar las técnicas que le ayudaran a filmar una película, incluyendo la composición, el sonido y la luz. Todo el equipo necesario se le puede prestar. En el laboratorio para editar, aprenda a editar tu proyecto con software de montaje “Final Cut Pro” en las computadoras Apple G5. Todos los niveles de habilidad son bienvenidos. La clase está limitada a 9 estudiantes. Los alumnos también tendrán acceso al laboratorio de montaje de video durante la semana y los sábados. Los alumnos que terminan el programa de entrenamiento serán certificados para usar el laboratorio para sus propios proyectos que entonces se pueden poner al aire en RCTV Canal 15. Edades: de 15 a adulto. Instructor: Nacor Castillo.
Horario: Seis Sábados: Medio Día hasta 1 pm – 2 pm
Costo: $100 para miembros y $160 no miembros
OTHER CLASSES, COMING SOON:
Field Production: Learn how to operate a hand held camera and practice techniques to improve framing, composition, sound and lighting. Instructors: Carvin Eison and Josh Bloodworth. Starting date: to be determined.
Youth Classes: RCTV sponsors a variety of clubs and workshops for Rochester youth, ages 12 to 17. There is generally no charge for these classes. Students work with both hand held cameras and in the studio. Students learn camera, audio, directing, producing and hosting skills. Students design their messages and produce TV programs. Meeting times are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and/ or Thursday afternoons. Call the station at 325-1238 for more information.