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MEDIA EDUCATION & ACCESS at BCAT
The Center for Media Education
BCAT CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
BCAT Orientation
Basic Television Studio Workshop
Basic Field Production/Non-Linear Editing Workshop
Computer Literacy
Video Blogging 101
Basic Graphics for TV Using Photoshop Elements
Interviewing Tips & Techniques
CME Media Literacy Series
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The Center for Media Education at BCAT
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The Center for Media Education at BCAT provides Brooklyn residents with media services, educational initiatives, and mentoring programs that enables the creation and production by Brooklynites of their own television programs. Brooklyn residents and individuals representing Brooklyn organizations can enroll in The Center for Media Education's low-cost courses to learn the basics of TV production and to hone additional skills to expand their knowledge. Upon successful completion of basic courses, students become the certified producers responsible for most of the programming you see on BCAT's Brooklyn Free Speech TV. Our program trains over 400 Brooklynites per year.
To register for a class, you first need to:
- attend an orientation;
- present payment (checks or money orders made payable to BRIC and major credit cards accepted);
- bring a valid government-issued photo ID;
- and bring proof of Brooklyn residency in the form of a current utility bill.
Orientations are held twice monthly (see dates below). You need attend orientation only one time; once you are in our computer system, you can register for a workshop. For more information: 718-935-1122 x211.
The Center for Media Education at BCAT
is supported in part by a generous grant from the Verizon Foundation
and The Bloomingdale’s Fund of the Federated Department Stores Foundation.
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BCAT CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
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We're pleased to be able to offer Brooklyn residents and organizations a new menu of classes and workshops, created with your needs in mind! To register for workshops, please visit the Public Equipment Room, Monday through Friday from 8am-7pm or Saturday and Sunday from 10am-4pm. For more information about any of the classes, call 718-935-1122 x211. Note: Classes and workshops are subject to change and/or cancellation due to low enrollment.
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BCAT Orientation
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NUMBER OF CLASS MEETINGS PER SECTION: 1
Tuesday, April 1 from 6pm-8pm
Tuesday, May 6 from 6pm-8pm
Saturday, May 10 from 11am-1pm
Saturday, May 31 from 11pm-1pm
Tuesday, June 3 from 6pm-8pm
COST: Free (Space available on a first-come, first-served basis)
To sign up for any of our classes or workshops, you'll first need to attend one 2-hour orientation, from the dates above, which covers what "public access television" is and BCAT's policies and procedures. Please bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
To register for class, you'll also need to bring full payment and a current utility bill in your name and address
Please arrive promptly. Latecomers will not be admitted.
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Basic Television Studio Workshop
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NUMBER OF CLASS MEETINGS PER SECTION: Eight (8) 3-hour weekday class meetings OR four (4) 6-hour weekend class meetings
Section 1: Mon. & Wed., April 21—May 14 from 2pm-5pm
Section 2: Mon. & Wed., April 21—May 14 from 6pm-9pm
Section 3: Mon. & Wed., June 9—July 2 from 2pm-5pm
Section 4: Mon. & Wed., June 9—July 2 from 6pm-9pm
PRE-REQUISITE: Orientation
COST: $98
You'll learn how to use studio cameras, microphones, and all the basic equipment needed to produce your own TV studio show. Successful completion leads to becoming a BCAT Certified Producer, which gives you free access to use BCAT's TV studio to produce your BFS TV Show.
Limited to 14 Students
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Basic Field Production/Non-Linear Editing Workshop
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NUMBER OF CLASS MEETINGS PER SECTION: Eight (8) 3-hour weekday class meetings OR four (4) 6-hour weekend class meetings
Section 1: Sat., April 12—May 3 from 10:30am-4:30pm
Section 2: Tues., & Thurs., April 22—May 15 from 2pm-5pm
Section 3: Tues., & Thurs., April 22—May 15 from 6pm-9pm
Section 4: Tues., & Thurs., June 10—July 3 from 2pm-5pm
Section 5: Tues., & Thurs., June 10—July 3 from 6pm-9pm
PRE-REQUISITE: Orientation
COST: $98
In one half of the class you'll learn to operate a digital video camera, tripod, sound equipment and portable light kits to record your footage. The other half of the class covers the basics of non-linear editing with AvidXpress Pro. Successful completion leads to becoming a BCAT Certified Producer, which gives you free access to using BCAT's video equipment and editing facilities to produce your BFS TV show.
Limited to 12 students
Note: Students without basic computer skills must take the Computer Literacy course in order to successfully complete this production workshop.
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Computer Literacy (5 hours)
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NUMBER OF CLASS MEETINGS PER SECTION: 2
Section 1: Tues., April 22 from 6pm-9pm & Thurs., April 24 from 6pm-8pm
Section 2: Tues., May 20 from 6pm-9pm & Thurs., May 22 from 6pm-8pm
PRE-REQUISITE: Orientation
COST: $20
This hands-on workshop demystifies the techno-babble associated with computers. During the first three hours, students will learn the basics on how to navigate computer software; create files and folders; and how to input, process, and output information. At the second session, you'll get to practice what you've learned during a 2-hour lab session.
Limited to 10 students
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Video Blogging 101 (3 hours)
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NUMBER OF CLASS MEETINGS PER SECTION: One (1) 3-hour class meeting
Section 1: Tues., April 15 from 6pm-9pm
Section 2: Wed., May 21 from 6pm-9pm
PRE-REQUISITE: Orientation
COST: $10
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to develop your own web log - from creating a blog account to compressing video for upload to the web. Please bring a short video clip (under 5 minutes) on a CD or one will be provided.
Limited to 10 students.
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Basic Graphics for TV Using Photoshop Elements (18 hours)
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NUMBER OF CLASS MEETINGS PER SECTION: Six (6) 3-hour class meetings
Section 1: Tues. & Thurs., June 17—July 3 from 6pm-9pm
PRE-REQUISITE: Completion of either BCAT Basic Field/Non-Linear Editing Workshop OR BCAT Basic TV Studio Workshop
COST: $75
Gain an understanding of the principles of graphic design such as layout, composition, color usage and typography. Using Adobe Photoshop Elements and free open source alternatives, students will learn the digital tools and techniques that will enable them to communicate visually and enhance their video productions.
Limited to 10 students.
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Interviewing Tips & Techniques (4 hours)
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NUMBER OF CLASS MEETINGS PER SECTION: Two (2) 2-hour class meetings
Section 1: Tues., May 27 & Thur., May 29 from 6pm-8pm
PRE-REQUISITE: Orientation
COST: $30 / $20 for BCAT Certified Producers
This workshop explores a variety of approaches used to conduct effective and revealing interviews. Subjects covered will include: proper research methods; establishing trust with your interview subject; asking competent questions; evaluating acoustics; and choosing the right microphone.
Limited to 10 students.
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CME Media Literacy Series (2 hours)
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EMERGING WEB TECHNOLOGIES
NUMBER OF SESSIONS: One (1) 2-hour sessions
Section 1: Fri., May 30 from 6pm-8pm
Open to Public. No Orientation required.
COST:Free
In this workshop, we will demonstrate the latest free and affordable web tools to increase productivity, get the most out of everyday tasks, and communicate like never before.
Limited to 10 Students. Please RSVP to 718-935-1122 x.237
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