Learn By Enrolling In Workshops

The first step in producing a show at AccessVision is to learn how to use our equipment. AccessVision offers public workshops that teach you how to produce and air your own television show. All classes are $20 per person for each topic, except where noted.

Most classes are two sessions lasting about two hours each in length; you must complete both days to be certified to use the equipment. You do not have to complete all of the workshops in order to be able to use AccessVision's facilities. Advance registration for workshops is required, at least 1 business day before the class begins. To register, please stop by our offices at 70 West Michigan Avenue, suite 112 and sign up; payment is due at registration. If you are new to AccessVision, please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the first class so that your contact information can be entered into our membership database. You will also need to provide photo identification that includes your current mailing address in order to check out equipment.

If you have any questions about the classes, please call Jason at (269) 968-3633.

Workshop Descriptions

Camcorder
See how easy it is to use digital camcorders. You will learn basic camera techniques, including setting exposure and focus, use of the tripod, microphones and lighting kit. You'll see firsthand how to get professional-looking results. Class size: maximum 6.
Download class handout book
Download formatted script sample

Studio
Learn how to record your own show in our 3-camera studio. We cover basic techniques of directing, producing, lighting and everything else you need to know to produce either a recorded show or a live show. Class size: maximum 6.
Download class handout book
Download studio graphics tutorial

Digital Editing
Learn how to use iMovie to edit your program on a Mac computer. We'll show you how to import footage from tapes, how to trim clips, add transitions and effects, and how to master your finished program to a DVD. Basic computer skills are required for this class. Class size: maximum 6.
Download class handout book
Download Creating Graphics For Video guidelines sheet

Portable Studio*
Learn how to set up and use the portable studios to record live events on location with up to 4 cameras. Class size: maximum 8. (*Prerequisite: Completion of Camcorder workshop prior to enrolling; volunteer for one remote production prior to checking out equipment.)
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Final Cut Pro*
Learn how to use our more advanced, professional digital editing system to edit your program. Use multiple video layers, effects and basic animation to create a show open or close. Recommended for people with previous digital editing experience. Class size: maximum 3. (*Prerequisite: Completion of Digital Editing workshop + 1 completed iMovie project, and/or previous digital editing experience.)
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Studio Camera Volunteer
In this free, one-session course, you'll learn how to operate studio cameras and tripods, along with the rules of how to frame up shots and focus. This quick, 20-minute workshop is designed specifically for folks who only wish to volunteer as camera operators on other producers' studio shows. Sort of a "lite" version of the full Studio class. Class size: maximum 8.