Workshops

Become part of a network of producers who want the social and professional benefits of working in a noncommercial media environment. Learn to analyze, produce, and distribute your own media by taking a workshop at PhillyCAM!

PhillyCAM is hands-on, easily connected to your projects and goals, and designed to build confidence in your technical and creative abilities.

If you are uncertain or want to discuss the different learning paths you might take, feel free to contact Education DIrector Laura Deutch at education@phillycam.org. 

PRE-PRODUCTION

Production Planning & Producing

 Class Dates/Time: Thursdays, 06/01 - 07/13/2023 | 6 PM - 8 PM
 Fee: $50
 Location: Zoom

Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified

This workshop will be held on Zoom.

Focus your production plan/treatment by learning how to plan accordingly for all stages of production from idea development to distribution. Production options available for working from home, producing virtual productions, and working safely in the field.

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PRODUCTION

Basic Field Production

Class Date/Time: Tuesdays, July 11 - August 15 | 6 PM -8 PM
Fee: $75
Location: In-Person at PhillyCAM Media Center

Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified

You can never go wrong with the basics! Explore the technical/creative aspects of video production outside the studio and gain an improved knowledge of our Sony XDCAM field cameras, lighting equipment, and microphones.

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Introduction to TV Studio Crew *Bootcamp* Version

Class Date/Time: Saturday, July 15 | 1 PM - 6 PM
Fee: $25
Location: In-person at PhillyCAM Media Center

Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified

The art of making great TV takes a crew! Learn the fundamentals of being part of a TV crew, the technical tools, the process of creating television programming in a TV studio environment, and the ins-and-outs of TV Studio production.

Open to any member looking to produce work or offer support as crew for producers.

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POST PRODUCTION

Intro to Adobe Premiere

Class Dates/Time: Thursdays, May 4 - June 8, 2023 | 5:30 PM  - 7:30 PM
Fee: $75
Location: In-person at PhillyCAM Media Center

Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified

Get hip to industry standards by learning Adobe Premiere Pro including importing and exporting media, assembling footage, editing audio, and adding titles.

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AUDIO

Intro to Audio Editing with Reaper

Class Dates/Time: Saturdays, May 13 and 20, 2023 | 1:30 PM - 4 PM
Fee: $40
Location: PhillyCAM

Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and Radio Orientation Certified

Learn the basics of Reaper, a free digital audio workstation for editing audio.

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Audio Field Production

Class Dates/Time: Saturdays, THE MAY 6  CLASS IS CANCELLED, POSTPONED TO MAY 13 and MAY 16 | 10:30 AM - 1 PM -- No C
Fee: $40
Location: In-person at PhillyCAM Media Center

Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and Radio Orientation Certified

Capturing audio is tricky! Get trained to capture the right sound in the field using recording equipment then splice it to your desire using basic audio editing tools.

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Starting Your Podcast

 Class Dates/Time: TBA

  Prerequisites: You must be a current PhillyCAM member and TV/Radio Orientation Certified
  Fee: $75

This 6-week class will help you kickstart your Podcast production.  The workshop will cover

• story development
• interviewing tips
• technical tools
• marketing and
• distribution strategies. 

Local podcasters will join as guest speakers. Participants will receive additional production and consultation support outside of class.

The workshop will be offered over Zoom. 

Instructor: The Ghouls Next Door podcast producer, and Black Tribble, PhillyCAM's own Gabe Castro.

Pay online or in-person with a credit or debit card.
You will need to register in person if you are paying by cash, check or money order.

WPPM Board Operator Training

Class Date/Time: TBA

Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and Radio Orientation Certif

This 3-session workshop will provide in-person instruction for operating WPPM's vintage Audiarts radio broadcast console from our radio studio. This workshop is only open to members who have 1) completed Radio Orientation and 2) meet one or more of the following requirements:

• You are actively crewing on/co-hosting an existing WPPM Regular Series.
• Your WPPM Radio Special has already aired or is currently in production with the Radio Program Manager.
• You will join our volunteer group of Board Operator Certified members who will assist members in pre-recording their WPPM Radio Specials.

This workshop will demonstrate our board's unique configuration, use of the board and studio equipment, how to pre-record a program from our studio, and steps for troubleshooting. Participants will be required to shadow one show with a WPPM Regular Series host to experience live use of the board.
After demonstrating proficiency in operating a live-to-tape broadcast, participants will receive certification.

Our board is equipped with the following inputs: five microphones, one desktop computer, two CD players, tow Stanton Direct Drive turntables, a mixer, one iMac designated for Zoom/Streamyard guests, and one studio phone.

Instructor: Allison Durham

Cost: $40
Pay online or in-person with a credit or debit card.
You will need to register in person if you are paying by cash, check or money order.

ON DEMAND

Livestreaming with PCAM Kit

Class Date: On Demand by Appointment

Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified

Cost: Free for members

Learn how to use PhillyCAM's new mobile phone livestream kit to cover community events. We'll review both the technical aspects of the kit, connecting to social media platforms, and basics of hosting and staying engaging when covering events live. This is primarily for members willing to produce content for PhillyCAM Voices, Atrevete or member-produced community news programs.

Scheduled by appointment for interested members.

To schedule a 1-1 session to get trained, email laura@phillycam.org to set up a time.

Grab n Go Canon M50 Mirrorless Camera Kits

Class Date: On Demand by Appointment
Cost: $50

Prerequisites:  Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified

This portable, high quality Mirrorless Camera (Canon EOS M50) is ideal for field recording, Vlogging and DIY filmmaking on the go. This condensed workshop will orient the participants to the user-friendly functions and menus and review basic concepts of composition and framing. Each camera kit comes with a shotgun mic, mini tripod and 15-45 mm lens. Instruction will be 2 hours,  1-1 in person at PhillyCAM.  

Upon registering, contact laura@phillycam.org to set a day/time to come in. We will work with you to schedule the training within 2 weeks of registration.

Cost: $50
Pay online or in-person with a credit or debit card.
You will need to register in person if you are paying by cash, check or money order.

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SPECIAL WORKSHOPS

Planning Your Social Media Strategy

Are you a content creator looking to take your social media to the next level, by creating a clear plan that wont have you scrambling to post each week? This workshop is for you!

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Free Preservation and Archival Workshops

June - September 2023

This summer attend a series of free workshops led by preservation and archival professionals who will train you on how to care of your organization's audiovisual materials, including mobile media.

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Cinematic Storytelling: Advanced Sony A7III Camera Workshop

 Class Dates/Time: New Dates  04/11/2023 06:00 PM - 05/16/2023 08:00 PM ET
 Current PhillyCAM member and Radio Orientation Certified

Got a story to tell but don't know how to capture it? Let's bring your vision to life with PhillyCAM's Sony A7III camera! This lightweight hybrid mirrorless video camera is perfect for cinematic storytelling and we're here to teach you how to use it. Join us for a series of workshops where you'll learn about the camera's capabilities, lens options, storyboarding, composition, and more.

Through mock-up shoots and studying documentary techniques, we'll explore technical and creative decisions to help you capture the images you want. And the best part? Upon completion, you'll be certified to use PhillyCAM's Sony A7III cameras for event documentation, fieldwork, interviews, and creative B-roll. Unleash your inner storyteller and create some movie magic!

Prerequisite: Basic Field Production or comparable camera experience.

Instructor: Ingrid Raphael
Ingrid Raphael is an educator, multi-disciplinary artist, and filmmaker. They are developing a speculative narrative that explores time portals and environmental repair here in Philly and they co-directed They Won't Call It Murder: available to stream as part of Vimeo's Shorts Staff Picks. They also co-founded NO EVIL EYE CINEMA and the alternative film school FILM FUTURA.