WINTER 2019 CLASSES
Registering for classes is easy. If you aren't already a member read these directions and then click Sign Up.
- Click on Log In on the upper right
- Click on Register located under the Log In field
- Fill out the form - Select Member under Member Type
Your application will be approved and then you'll be able to register for PTV classes.
To register for a class click on the class title in the calendar in the next window click on Sign Up.
ORIENTATION
Tuesdays • 45-minutes • Required for new members
This is your introduction to PTV. Learn about our policies and history of Community Television.
You will learn:
Equipment and classes available to members
PTV policies
This history of Community TV
No prior video experience required.
- February 5 @ 5:30
- March 5 @ 5:30
This is your introduction to PTV. Learn about our policies and history of Community Television.
You will learn:
Equipment and classes available to members
PTV policies
This history of Community TV
No prior video experience required.
iPhone Storytelling
Thursday • 2-hours
videos to share on social media and PTV. Please note this class is open to all smartphone users but is based
on iPhone apps and methods.
You will learn:
Story structure
Basic iPhone camera techniques
Shot composition
Basic app tips
Prerequisite: Orientation
No prior video experience required.
Thursday • 2-hours
- February 28 @ 4:00pm
videos to share on social media and PTV. Please note this class is open to all smartphone users but is based
on iPhone apps and methods.
You will learn:
Story structure
Basic iPhone camera techniques
Shot composition
Basic app tips
Prerequisite: Orientation
No prior video experience required.
Studio Intro
Tuesdays • 2 sessions, 2-hours each
You will produce a program for PTV during the second session.
You will learn:
Basic studio directing techniques
Shot composition
Basic video switcher operation
Basic microphone techniques
Prerequisite: Orientation
- January 15th & 19th @ 5:30
- March 12th & 26th @ 5:30
You will produce a program for PTV during the second session.
You will learn:
Basic studio directing techniques
Shot composition
Basic video switcher operation
Basic microphone techniques
Prerequisite: Orientation
Camera Intro
Tuesdays • 2 sessions • 2-hours
Learn the basics of the PTV camcorders.
You will be asked to complete a fun homework assignment.
You will learn:
Basic camera techniques
Shot composition
Basic audio
Basic story construction
Prerequisite: Orientation
- February 12 & 26 @ 5:30
Learn the basics of the PTV camcorders.
You will be asked to complete a fun homework assignment.
You will learn:
Basic camera techniques
Shot composition
Basic audio
Basic story construction
Prerequisite: Orientation
Build Your Story
Thursday • 2-hours
You will learn:
Basic pre-production techniques
How to organize your ideas into a story outline
How to make a shot list
Tips on how to approach potential interview subjects
Prerequisite: Orientation
Thursday • 2-hours
- January 31 @ 3:00
You will learn:
Basic pre-production techniques
How to organize your ideas into a story outline
How to make a shot list
Tips on how to approach potential interview subjects
Prerequisite: Orientation
Intro to Editing
Thursdays • 1 session • 2-hours
This class will give you an overview of the editing process and get you ready to learn Final Cut Pro X.
Follow-up lessons are required for editing certification.
You will learn:
Basic FCPX interface
Pre-edit organization
Basic editing terms
Prerequisite: Orientation
- January 17 @ 4:00
- February 14 @ 4:00
- March 14 @ 4:00
This class will give you an overview of the editing process and get you ready to learn Final Cut Pro X.
Follow-up lessons are required for editing certification.
You will learn:
Basic FCPX interface
Pre-edit organization
Basic editing terms
Prerequisite: Orientation
Intro to DSLR
Thursday • 1 session • 2-hours
Learn the basics of using PTV's Canon 60D Camera, a digital single lens reflex camera.
This is an advanced camera class for those who would like to take their video work to the
next level and achieve a more cinematic look for their production.
You will learn:
Differences between a camcorder & DSLR
Basic DSLR techniques
Basic audio recording for DSLR production.
Prerequisite: Orientation & Camera Intro
- March 28 @ 3:00
Learn the basics of using PTV's Canon 60D Camera, a digital single lens reflex camera.
This is an advanced camera class for those who would like to take their video work to the
next level and achieve a more cinematic look for their production.
You will learn:
Differences between a camcorder & DSLR
Basic DSLR techniques
Basic audio recording for DSLR production.
Prerequisite: Orientation & Camera Intro