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Volume 12, Issue 6
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June 2017
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FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK
Filming an interview might seem straightforward, but have you ever shot an interview where you felt maybe you weren't asking the right questions or the talent was uncomfortable giving answers? Or maybe you had technical issues like loud ambient noise or a background that was unflattering to the guest? If you are interested in tips to improve your interviews, check out one of our featured articles this month titled "4 Tips for Shooting a Field Interview".
Did you know Torrance Community Television is on Facebook?
Please visit us at
www.Facebook.com/TorranceCommunityTV
and "like" our page. This is a great way for you and others in the community to keep up with what is happening at TCtv and to share your thoughts and ideas.
The next high-definition studio workshop is scheduled to start Friday, June 9. If you are not studio certified, here's your chance. Don't miss out. The workshop dates are below. To all of our users, we also will offer our pre-production planning workshop Wednesday, June 21. Please sign up and get started on your way to becoming a producer!
To the right is an overview of what's in this issue. Check out the articles and events, and join us as often as you can. We look forward to seeing you. It's easy to sign-up to automatically receive Take One. Just go to:
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MEET THE PRODUCER
Noah Sullivan became a TCtv Producer in 2017.
"I'm into sketch-based comedy, so I might try my hand at that and film it. I'm also on the high school football team, so I'll probably record behind the scenes videos of the team."
"I've been doing video on my own for five years now, and I am the video guy at my school. But our school doesn't have the equipment and facilities that TCtv does. Learning how things work here has been important for me."
"The TCtv classes were great, and the topic I learned the most about was post-production sound. It's something that is overlooked in a lot of videos. In the future, I want to go to film school and pursue a career in this industry, that's been my plan. TCtv has helped prepare me for that."
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Workshops in June
Studio Workshop
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Friday
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06/09/17 |
Saturday
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06/10/17 |
Friday
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06/16/17 |
Saturday
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06/17/17 |
Friday
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06/23/17 |
Saturday
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06/24/17 |
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4 Tips for Filming a Field Interview
Shooting an interview can be one of the most challenging aspects of putting together your show. As a video producer, you are used to being able to control many elements of the shoot: camera angles, actors blocking, and lighting, for example. More...
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Soft Lighting 101
When lighting a scene you should be aware of the lights you are using and their characteristics. The style of light (LED, halogen, fluorescent, etc.) will affect the color temperature, intensity and the softness of your light. First we need to talk about what it even means for a light to be "soft." Soft light wraps around objects and casts diffused shadows. More...
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What Kind of Producer Are You? Part 2
TCtv Producers have different styles in how they produce their programs. As mentioned in last month's article, some come in very well-organized, while others are great at improvising their shot lists. Some delegate creative decisions to their camera operators, gaffers, and talent while others make all the decisions themselves. More...
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NEED CREW HELP?
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HOW DO I BECOME A PRODUCER?
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In need of some extra production assistants for an upcoming production? Do you require an experienced camera operator with a background in lighting? Or maybe you just need someone to help you add graphics to your video? Well, whatever your needs may be, remember that TCtv keeps an updated list of all the current volunteers. The list can be obtained at the TCtv front desk at no cost. All you have to do is ask!
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Are you interested in becoming a certified user or producer at Torrance Community Television? GREAT! First, all you have to do is attend the New Users Orientation Session. These bi-monthly sessions are designed to give our new friends an overview of the Who/What/Where/Why of community television. You'll be introduced to all of the exciting television opportunities here in the City of Torrance. Sessions take place on the first and third Wednesday of each month, starting promptly at 6:30 p.m. If you're a Torrance resident or a member of a Torrance-based non-profit group and you want to get started, call (310) 618-5762 and make your reservations today.Upcoming orientations will be on June 7th and June 21th. Make your plans now!
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