Workshops

Become part of a network of producers who want the social and professional benefits of working in a noncommercial media environment. Take a workshop at PhillyCAM to learn to analyze, produce, and distribute your media!
PhillyCAM is hands-on and designed to build confidence in your technical and creative abilities.
If you want to discuss your learning paths or to verify your certification status please contact, Education Director Laura Deutch at education@phillycam.org.
For technical issues, call 267-639-5481 or email sonia@phillycam.org
AV Booth Training
Class Date: On Demand by Appointment
Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified
This training is FREE for PhillyCAM members and suggested for members with active projects.
This 45 minute training provides an overview of the equipment and software in the AV Booth at PhillyCAM. Currently the AV booth is configured with 2 mics ideal for Voiceover recording or 1-1 interviews, a high quality webcam and softbox light. It's an ideal space for recording voiceover or voice tracks for video, podcast or radio. Additionally, it's ideal for using StreamYard as a host or guest to participate in a virtual broadcast or recording. Maximum capacity in the space is 2 people.
In the training we will cover:
- Use of the mics, setting levels and checking input/output settings
- Use of Audacity for recording simple voice tracks or interviews.
- How to open and setup StreamYard for a broadcast (Complete StreamYard training is offered separately)
- How to power on/off the mixer, lights and computer after each session
This training is FREE for PhillyCAM members and suggested for members with active projects.
Once you sign up, please email laura@phillycam.org to schedule the training.
Express Studio Training
Class Date: On Demand by Appointment

Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified
The Express Studio has been redesigned to support TV Producers with a sleek modular set that is optimized for talk shows and video podcasts seeking a live to tape production workflow.
The space is designed to be intuitive for beginners and easy to use.
- The studio supports up to 4 live guests and up to 5 virtual guests.
- Producers can bring in customized logos, graphics and assets to include in their productions and use built in lower thirds for their shows.
- Producers can create unique looks with custom lighting and logos.
- The cameras in the studio are SonyZVE-10 Mirrorless Vlog cameras.
- The software is Livestream Studio.
Due to the small space, we are training people by appointment and allowing 1 hour to review basic show setup, switching, and graphics and additional time to learn how to configure the show for remote guests and external sources (like connecting a laptop).
After paying for the training, please email Education Director laura@phillycam.org to schedule a time with our Tech Staff.
Work exchanges are offered for members willing to support PhillyCAM/Member productions.
If you are interested in signing up via Work Exchange, please email laura@phillycam.org
We will work with you to schedule the training within two weeks of registration.
Fee: $25
Grab n Go Canon M50 Mirrorless Camera Kit
Class Date: On Demand by Appointment

Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified
This condensed workshop orientates you to the user-friendly functions and menus of the portable, high-quality mirrorless camera (Canon EOS RP), which is ideal for field recording, news gathering, and DIY filmmaking on the go. The kit includes a small shotgun mic and a JOBY Gorilla tripod. The training will also include an overview of the Rhode mini wireless lavaliers and full-size tripod.
Once you have signed up and paid for the workshop, please email laura@phillycam.org to set up a day/time to meet. Allow at least 60 minutes for the training.
Fee: $50
Live streaming with PCAM Kit
Class Date: On Demand by Appointment
Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified
Learn how to use PhillyCAM's new mobile phone livestream kit to cover community events. We'll review the technical aspects of the kit, connecting to social media platforms, and the basics of hosting and staying engaged when covering events live. This is primarily for members willing to produce content for PhillyCAM Voices, Atrevete, or member-produced community news programs.
Interested members can schedule a one-on-one session to get trained—Email Education Director laura@phillycam.org to schedule a time
Fee: Free for members
Feedback Loop Sessions
Time - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM ET
An informal gathering to share work, receive feedback and share project updates with your peers. This is a new monthly initiative for members to reflect with a community of professionals and fellow members.
Each month we will invite up to 4 members to share a work in progressm, recently completed episode, video or script. Attendees will be invited to give feedback and ask questions.
Each session will be facilitated by a staff member and an invited guest who has professional industry experience. These sessions are a great way to jump into the PhillyCAM community and build new connections with other members.
If you're interested in signing up to present your work, please complete this form and a staff member will confirm with you. We have slots for up to 4 members to share work at each session:
https://forms.gle/pC696cNcYrYDyeaQ7
These sessions will take place monthly at PhillyCAM.
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Jan 30, 2025 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025
Introduction to Live Studio Sound
Class Dates/Time: Wednesdays 2/19/2025 - 3/26/2025 6 PM - 8 PM ET
PhillyCAM is excited to offer a new workshop in live studio sound. If you're interested in learning more about the technical and creative aspects of recording good audio for different scenarios from talk shows to talent, performance and live music, this is the best place to start to dive in. This course is designed for complete beginners with no prior experience in audio. It is ideal for those who want to learn the fundamentals of live sound, with a specific focus on running sound for live TV shows.
This course will start with the basic principles of recorded sound; ie how sound waves behave in different spaces, how different microphones pick up those sound waves, and how that sound is recorded to different formats. We will be doing hands on activities with PhillyCAM equipment including mics, recorders and finally the soundboard in the main studio/control room. Topics to be covered for the soundboard portion will include gain staging, equalization, compression, limiting and effects (reverb, delay etc). The course will culminate in the class producing a show which utilizes the techniques taught in class, specifically capturing and recording sound from human vocalization and musical instruments.
You can pay online or in person with a credit or debit card. You must register in person if you pay by cash, check, or money order.
Instructor: Reily Gordon
Cost $75
Basic Field Production
New Class Dates/Time: 02/25/2025 06:00 PM - 04/01/2025 08:00 PM ET
Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified
This class will teach the basic operation of the Sony PXWX70 XDCAM field camera, lighting, and microphones. Students will learn how to set up their shots, properly mic subjects, and prepare for their production shoot. Students will also learn composition techniques and basic planning production.
This class will be held in person at PhillyCAM. Instruction will occur over the first five weeks, and the last class meeting will be the certification demonstration and exam. Upon completing the certification, members can reserve the equipment for their PhillyCAM projects.
Instructor: Niki Warncke
Prerequisite: You must be a current PhillyCAM member and have attended a member orientation session to register.
You can pay online or in person with a credit or debit card. You must register in person if you pay by cash, check, or money order.
Fee: $75
Introduction to TV Studio Crew Intensive
Class Date/Time: Saturdays 02/22/2025 | 11 AM - 5 PM
This workshop is open to all members looking to produce or offer support as crew for producers, or who are just interested in knowing or learning the ins and outs of TV Studio production. We will be introducing new concepts, policies, procedures, as well as introducing the new upgraded studio. It serves as a gateway to everyone wishing to move further along. The goal of this workshop is to prepare you to support as a crew member in the TV Studio Crew. This all day workshop will get you up and running in the main studio ready to crew. The morning will include hands on instruction and the afternoon will include a simulated production where students rotate through crew roles and practice setting up and executing a production.
Students will be invited to stay and crew for their first production following the class from 4-5pm.
Participants will gain the following skills:
- Understanding studio roles, teamwork and live to tape workflow
- Understanding camera operation, shot types, framing
- Understanding how to patch and mic guests
- Hands on experience communicating and operating as a studio crew member, knowing how to take initiative and work as a team
- Operating the sound board (basic mixing with the faders)
- Understanding how the teleprompter works (additional training will be provided as needed
Instructor: Chad Murdock
Fee: $25
Intro to Adobe Premiere
Class Dates/Time: Saturdays 1/11/2025 - 2/1/2025 03 | 12 PM - 3 PM
Location: In-person at PhillyCAM Media Center
Prerequisites: Current PhillyCAM member and TV Orientation Certified
Students will be introduced to working in Adobe Premiere Pro's nonlinear editing program. Members will learn best practices for managing media and setting up projects, editing using different tools, manipulating tracks, and an introduction to graphics, color correction, effects, and audio editing. PhillyCAM will supply the sample footage for you to work with. This workshop is best for members working on an active project. This workshop will be held in person at PhillyCAM, and all media will be provided.
In between sessions, students will be expected to work in the Lab for additional hours to complete their short edited project as part of the workshop certification.
You can pay online or in person with a credit or debit card. You must register in person if you pay by cash, check, or money order. No Refunds will be given for cancellations made later than five business days before the workshop's start date.
Instructor: Manuel Yepez
Fee: $75
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