TV Studio TD/Director Workshop (Jan 14-March 4, 2026)
TV Studio TD/Director Workshop
Class Dates/Time: Wednesdays Jan. 14 - Mar. 4, 2026 6:00 - 8:00 PM ET
Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified
The TV Studio Fellowship, offered twice each year aims to train a cohort of PhillyCAM members to develop deep skills and knowledge of using the Tricaster to produce a live- to-tape show. Directing Fellows will also gain a foundation in how to direct crew, both creatively and technically to achieve the desired look and vision for the program. Directing Fellows will work as a team to produce a few mock show segments in order to gain experience in different types of productions.
This deep dive Fellowship will take place on Wednesday nights in person at PhillyCAM from 6-8pm and will cover all aspects of technical production, show design, audio patching, working with remote guests, and best practices in live to tape recording. Participants must be available for the duration of the workshop. Within the training, Directors will work on several shows together as part of the training. Fellows will receive a stipend and yearly membership upon completion.
In addition to the class time, Directors will need to work with the instructor separately from the 2-hr sessions (at least 2 or 3 additional, 1-1 appointments outside of class for 1 hour).
As part of the Fellowship, TD/Director will receive $300 and will commit to directing a minimum of 2 shows with an active Producer. Our goal for this Fellowship is to have a more committed and active group of Technical Directors available to support PhillyCAM producers in the main studio. We would expect that your involvement extends beyond the workshop.
If you are not already trained in TV Studio Crew, it is highly suggested to attend the TV Studio Crew bootcamp workshop (Jan 10th) prior to getting started in the control room, to better understand the full scope of production.
Enrollment in this Fellowship is based members' expressed interest in actively working on a TV studio production and willingness to commit to the full training experience.
Instructor: Ryan Saunders
Once you sign up, there will be correspondance with our staff to review the expectations and qualifications for program participants.
Fee: Free