Training & Classes

LCTV offers certification in field work (camcorder), editing and studio production.

Please call or write if interested in taking classes. Class schedule will depend on teacher availability and demand, so please check back for possible dates.

UPCOMING CLASSES:

Field and Editing classes scheduled for February 6 and March 6 and 13.

Editing class is February 6, Field I is March 6, and Field II is scheduled for March 13.

The course is free and open to residents as well as individuals who are affiliated with an eligible non-profit or a public institution in Alna, Bristol, Damariscotta, Dresden, Edgecomb, Newcastle, Nobleboro, Waldoboro, Westport Island, and Wiscasset. Call 563-6338 to register for the class.

See FIELD and EDITING below for more details, or Contact Us!

Studio production classes scheduled for January 16, 23, 30 and February 13.

Lincoln County Television (LCTV) has scheduled a hands-on studio production course that will culminate in the creation of an actual show. After completing the course, participants will be certified as LCTV producers and will be eligible to use the LCTV Media Center for future shows of their own design. The course, consisting of four two-hour classes, will be held on Saturday, January 16, Saturday, January 23, Saturday, January 30, and Saturday, February 13, from 10 am to noon, at LCTV’s Media Center, 29 Sheepscot Rd, Newcastle.

LCTV is a non-profit, tax-exempt public, education and government access media organization that broadcasts 24/7 to cable households in ten communities within Lincoln County.

See STUDIO PRODUCTION below for more details, or Contact Us!

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:

FIELD

Field I - Learn how to:

operate one or more camcorder models
set up a tripod
use secondary sound equipment
You will have the opportunity to practice what you've learned in class by shooting a short subject which the instructor will critique

Field II (pre-requisite: Field I) Learn how to:

work with light and filters
frame your subject
optimal use of zoom
edit while taping
You will have the opportunity to practice what you've learned in class by shooting a short subject which the instructor will critique

Certification in Field requires the completion of both the Field I and Field II courses and a demonstration of proficiency to the instructor's satisfaction

EDITING - Final Cut Express (FCX): (pre-requisite: camcorder proficiency)

An introduction to Final Cut Express Learn how to:

navigate the editing program
get video from tape to editing system
create clips
manipulate timeline for video and audio
make basic cuts
make video and audio transitions

STUDIO PRODUCTION:

Studio Production I - Studio Crew (CLASS 1)- Learn how to:

set up and operate cameras
light and mic placements
arrange sets
work with chroma-key screen
Instructor: Alan Lowe

Technical Directing I (CLASSES 2, 3, 4) - Learn how to:

switch camera shots
add external content such as clips or audio
manipulate graphics and clips for overlay
make and use titles
make transitional cuts
use chroma-key
Instructor: Jack Swanton

Certification in Studio Crew and Technical Directing is dependent on showing proficiency by working on an actual show.

Classes are held at the LCTV Media Center located at 29 Sheepscot Rd., Newcastle, ME and usually scheduled on Saturdays from 10am to noon. Classes are free and available to all residents of Alna, Bristol, Damariscotta, Dresden, Edgecomb, Newcastle, Nobleboro, Waldoboro, Westport Island and Wiscasset and other qualified persons. Those under 18 must have written permission from their parent or legal guardian to take courses.

For more information about eligibility requirements and producer responsibilities, please see our POLICIES page.

To sign up for classes or for more information, please call 563-6338 or send an email to lctv1@lctv.org.

For independent learners or questions about specific aspects of television production, please visit the: Cyber College

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