While Sun Prairie Media Center is well known for its KIDS4 program, SPMC also has a lot to offer the community of Sun Prairie. SPMC workshops are designed to offer information on all aspects of video production.
The workshops provide an opportunity to expand video skills, but also the chance to gain the knowledge necessary to become an independent producer for SPMC. There are currently four workshops offered by SPMC:
*As of January 1, 2024, all workshop training is free for Sun Prairie Media Center Members*
On-Location Production
This workshop provides information on basic camcorder set-up and usage. This class covers what a producer needs to know filming away from the studio for all productions from sporting events to concerts. Participation in this workshop is required for equipment checkout. The session consists of small group instruction and is made up of an actual on-location production.
Cost:
Member = FREE
Non-Member = $35
Post Production Workshop
Editing a program and giving it titles and credits creates a more finished, professional look. In this workshop, participants are given personal instruction on use of the video and computer equipment used to edit video while adding graphics and text to programs. Currently, we offer Adobe Premiere Pro for editing software.
Cost:
Member = FREE
Non-Member = $45
In-Studio Production
An in-studio production utilizes the facilities at Sun Prairie Media Center to the fullest. This class covers instruction on studio lighting, switching, studio sound and studio cameras. This is the same kind of production executed by many weekly shows at Sun Prairie Media Center. This is excellent instruction for volunteers and independent producers alike. In-studio productions are common for both recorded and live programs.
Cost:
Member = FREE
Non-Member = $45
Radio Production
Participants in this workshop will learn how to successfully produce a radio program for The SUN, 103.5FM. Topics include music automation, voice tracking, playing tracks/cuts from the physical media, host a talk show and even taking phone calls!
Cost:
Member = FREE
Non-Member = $35
To schedule a workshop contact Sun Prairie Media Center at 608-837-4193 or e-mail staff@sunprairiemediacenter.com.