Volume 11,  Issue 2
Februrary, 2016
FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

The 2016 New Year has started off with a bang!
 
First we want to tell you about the permanent green screen lighting. Since we installed the green screen wall producers have been excited to use it. Green screen lighting can be finicky, and sometimes time-consuming to set-up. The good news is TCtv has acquired LED lights that will be positioned to permanently light the wall conserving in-studio time for all producers. So get those ideas flowing; it's time to shoot using the green screen.
 
We are all looking forward to the new workshop, "Audio Recording and Music Production." Producers have requested inclusion of this topic, so here we go!
 
The first workshop will be held in February, on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. for three weeks. If you are interested, contact us at TCtv@TorranceCA.Gov.
 
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: 

IN THIS ISSUE:


  • Meet The Producer
  • Graduates
  • New Audio Workshop Details
TCtv will be closed February 12, in honor of Lincoln's Birthday.

MEET THE PRODUCER

Victor Hernandez is a certified Field and Post-Production producer. He has been a TCtv producer for a month, and is planning to attend the Studio Workshop and the Audio Recording and Music Production Workshop in February.
 
My background is mental health, so I want to launch a mental health show with a doctor as the host. Back in the mid 90's, I was a marketing director for a cable company, so I was producing commercials for a cable system. I never thought I'd be back doing hands-on; but I'm looking forward to the experience.
 
I'm just getting started and receiving help from others, but one of my philosophies is 'by helping others you really learn, and it's always really good to give back.' I am interested in working with other producers and just hearing people's ideas. I think that's growth. In being a part of someone else's project I would have to say, 'How can I help?' that would be my disposition.
Congratulations to the January HD Field and Post-Production Workshop Graduates Thomas G. Reyes and Mark J. Reyes. We look forward to seeing new programming from these new producers will create!

HD Field and Post- Production
Thomas G. Reyes and Mark J. Reyes


Workshops in February
Studio Production Workshop
Friday02/19/16Saturday02/20/16
Friday
02/26/16Saturday
02/27/16
Friday
03/04/16Saturday
03/05/16

Audio Recording and Music Production Workshop
Tuesday
02/09/16
Thursday
02/11/16
Tuesday
02/16/16
Thursday
02/18/16
Tuesday
02/23/16
Thursday
02/25/16

Pre-Production Workshop
Wednesday03/02/16


Audio Recording and Music Production Workshop

TCtv's new Audio Recording and Music Production Workshop will provide certified producers with a more in-depth understanding of the creation of audio, music, foley and sound effects, as well as how audio is used in video productions. The workshop will give students a foundational background in audio recording with the use of Avid Pro Tools software and the associated plug-ins. The workshop will be held on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. for three weeks. There will be a $35 deposit fee for the workshop. Thefirst class meeting will be on February 9th. If you are interested, contact TCtv at (310) 618-5762 or TCtv@TorranceCA.Gov.

What Not To Wear

Many producers spend a lot of time thinking about what their on-screen talent should wear. This is a good thing to think about, but believe it or not, what should be focused on more is "what not to wear." The image sensor on a camera responds to light differently than the human eye, so it will display those captured images differently. 
 
The first thing to keep in mind is to ask your talent not to wear any bold patterns or tight stripes. These patterns can cause moire, which is when the pattern begins to blend into itself, while also having the tendency to flash. More...
7 Things To Do Before You Shoot

Shoot day is finally here and you are excited, but you can save a lot of stress and have a successful shoot by doing a few things to prepare.
 
Here is your success guide:
 

1.  Create Your Plan

Create a plan for what you are going to shoot, the types of shots needed, how talent will be mic'd, etc. Anyone who shows up at a production trying to "wing it" is putting the production at risk.
More...
Studio Lights

When lighting your set in the TV studio, your first instinct might be to just turn on every light that is up on the grid and see what you have. But it is important to know the different types of lights and what is their purpose. The studio has three types of lights: Fresnels, Scoops and Broads. Fresnels are the most common lights you will see in the studio. More...
TCtv Random Notes
NEED CREW HELP?
HOW DO I BECOME A PRODUCER?
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!
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 Feb. 3 and Feb. 17. Make your plans now!
CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY BOARD MEETINGS
PRODUCER GET-TOGETHER
The Cable Television Advisory Board (CTAB) meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. The Board meetings are open to the public, so consider yourself "invited." Meetings are held in the TCtv Multi-Purpose room. The next scheduled meeting is Feb. 10.
Join the CTAB monthly Producer Get-Togethers, which are on the first Friday of each month at 7 p.m.  The next Get-Together is: Feb. 5.
 
This month we will discuss licensing for video, what's in the public domain, and costs involved.  This month's Get-Together will be led by Commissioner Dan Feliz who will share his extensive experience in music and television production.
TORRANCE COMMUNITY TELEVISION
3350 Civic Center Drive, Ste #100 | Torrance CA 90503 | 310.618.5762 | www. TorranceCA.Gov
TCtv@Torranceca.Gov