BMC Classes

Movie in a Day: ages 14-17

In this fast-paced challenge class, small crews of kids learn how to structure a short movie, then write a script, shoot, act, direct and finally edit the shots into a finished movie for screening all in the course of one fun day.

One of BMC's most popular classes for youths of all ages, "Make a Movie in One Day" classes are usually offered during school vacations and in the summer.

Pizza is ordered for lunch, kids should bring drinks.

Wednesday, 2/22/12
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$40
$50
Adobe Premiere for Beginners

In 4  2.5 hour workshops, you will learn everything to get you started with working with Adobe Premiere. From properly setting up Adobe for video format and organizing your files on the hard drive to basic editing, transitions, filters, titles, and integrating Photoshop images and music on the timeline. The class will also explore the different tools, keyboard shortcuts, and effects in order to enhance your projects.

Size is limited & this class fills up quickly, so register now!

Wednesday, 2/8/12
Wednesday, 2/15/12
Wednesday, 2/22/12
Wednesday, 2/29/12
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
$25
$45
Movie in a Day: ages 14-17

In this fast-paced challenge class, small crews of kids learn how to structure a short movie, then write a script, shoot, act, direct and finally edit the shots into a finished movie for screening all in the course of one fun day.

One of BMC's most popular classes for youths of all ages, "Make a Movie in One Day" classes are usually offered during school vacations and in the summer.

Pizza is provided for lunch, kids are asked to bring drinks.

Thursday, 2/23/12
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$40
$50
Transition from Final Cut to Adobe

This training session is for those who are experienced with Final Cut Express and are looking to switch to Adobe Premiere, BMC’s new editing software. Using Adobe Premiere will allow you to edit footage shot on BMC’s new NX-5 video cameras. This session will go over how to setup a project and how to locate and use Adobe’s editing tools to edit a sequence.

Thursday, 2/23/12
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Movie in a Day: ages 10-13

In this fast-paced challenge class, small crews of kids learn how to structure a short movie, then write a script, shoot, act, direct and finally edit the shots into a finished movie for screening all in the course of one fun day. Pizza is ordered for lunch, kids should bring drinks.

One of BMC's most popular classes for youths of all ages, "Make a Movie in One Day" classes are usually offered during school vacations and in the summer.

Friday, 2/24/12
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$40
$50
Adobe Premiere for Beginners

In 4 2.5 hour workshops, you will learn everything to get you started with working with Adobe Premiere. From properly setting up Adobe for video format and organizing your files on the hard drive to basic editing, transitions, filters, titles, and integrating Photoshop images and music on the timeline. The class will also explore the different tools, keyboard shortcuts, and effects in order to enhance your projects.

Wednesday, 2/8/12
Wednesday, 2/15/12
Wednesday, 2/22/12
Wednesday, 2/29/12
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
$25
$45
Studio A Production

All aspects of Studio A Production from camera operation and engineering to lighting and audio will be covered in this workshop consisting of 2 90-Minute sessions.  A basic introduction to the Broadcast Pix switcher will also be discussed.  This workshop is required for any producer wishing to produce a program out of Studio A.  Smaller workshops may be designed for crewmembers to work in specific tasks.

Thursday, 3/8/12
Thursday, 3/15/12
Thursday, 3/22/12
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$25
$45
Field Production with Jay Fedigan
We will cover basic on-location production techniques including: Site evaluation, Tripod use , Hand-held camera techniques, Shot composition, Camera movement, Multiple Camera Shoots, Audio, Lighting

We will work through typical filming scenarios to prepare members for their own productions. Members have the option of bringing their own camcorders for use with hands-on assignments.

Wednesday, 3/21/12
Wednesday, 3/28/12
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
$25
$45
First Mondays: Orientation to Belmont Media Center

 So you want to host our own TV show? Want to document community events? Would you like to make media on issues that affect you and your community? Are you interested in volunteering on a program already in production? Or do you just want to find our more about BMC?

Then come to one of the next First Monday Orientations and learn how you can become a BMC member, take classes, use our equipment & facilities, find out about policies, and learn the many ways you can be involved at BMC and how your involvement can benefit you, your organization, your school, and your community. Attending an Orientation to BMC is a requirement for anyone wishing to join the Belmont Media Center.  There is no cost for this seminar.

Monday, 3/5/12
Monday, 4/2/12
Monday, 5/7/12
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM