Learn about SCATV and public access television at a free orientation open to the public. All new members are required to attend an orientation before registering for classes.

This class is for members who want to get started producing multi-camera studio programs. In the first two sessions you will learn how to work as a camera operator and floor director in SCATV's three-camera TV studio. The last two sessions will cover the operation of the control room, including the digital switcher, audio board, and Compix graphics. You will also learn the basics of directing in the studio. After completing the class and crewing on two productions, students will receive their Studio Producer certification and will be ready to reserve the studio for their own productions. 
Tuition $20 members, $40 non-members
7:00 - 9:30pm

In this hands-on class, Students will learn camera operation, audio techniques, and the basics of lighting in the field. The group will brainstorm project ideas and will be encouraged to work together to shoot field footage. Students will have one month after the instruction sessions to take out the cameras and get familiar with the equipment. During that time, any questions that arise will be answered by the instructor. After completing the class and at least two practice sessions, the student becomes “camera-certified” and may take out the cameras for TV projects. 
Tuition $20 members, $40 non-members

Learn to organize your production and edit your video footage in the SCATV edit suites using Final Cut Express software. Includes graphics, transitions, filters, and audio sweetening. Students are certified after completing the class and demonstrating competency and may reserve the edit stations for SCATV projects. 
Tuition $20 members, $40 non-members
7:00 - 9:30pm

This training course explores the robust and intuitive Photoshop functionality. Through hands-on instruction, students learn key concepts such as working with layers, file size, resolution and bit depth, as well as the difference between raster and vector graphics. Three sessions.
Instructor: Gordon Nelson
$50 for SCAT members, $100 non-members.

Learn to write headlines like the pros in this two-session news story/package writing/production workshop. Discover what it takes to make a compelling news package. The story, the script, the b-roll, the edit and how they all contribute to making an enjoyable and educational news piece. Using the ever popular who, what, where, when and why you will learn to write and package your video like the news pros.
Instructor: Bill Barrell, five years news photographer and editor for WHDH Channel 7 News.
$25 members, $45 non-members.