How can I get on the air? As part of our mission of providing access to the community, we offer training in the various pieces of equipment that are available for use by volunteers. All of our workshops are by appointment, based on staff availability. If you are unsure what workshops you may need, our staff will be happy to answer any questions.

At Vision 12, we have a variety of equipment available for field production. There are several camcorders, different tripods, microphones, lights, and anything you would need for basic production outside of our facility. During the course of the workshop, we cover such elements as basic camera operation, using a tripod, how to get the best audio, etc... We also touch briefly on basic techniques and camerawork. This workshop isn't designed to make you an award-winning videographer, but should provide you with enough knowledge to produce usable video. The camera workshop usually lasts about an hour, depending on your base knowledge level and what you want to learn.

Our studio is where most productions take place. It features 3 cameras, graphics, roll-in video, variable lighting, and a variety of options for your set. During the studio workshop we discuss both equipment operation and production style elements. We cover basic studio camera operation, directing, monitoring audio, and simple graphics. We also discuss set design ideas and possibilities, lighting concerns, and facility limitations. Staff may be available to assist in your studio productions, but producers are encouraged to find volunteers to operate the equipment for them. Studio workshops typically take about an hour, but camera operators can be trained in just a few minutes.