Production Sound Workshop

NEW DATES ANNOUNCED: Saturday January 21 and Sunday January 22 10am-5pm
The two day sound recording workshop examines some of the history, the tools and the techniques of location sound recording for both film and television production.

Many different worlds of sound recording will be examined:  sound for film production, video production as well as documentary and reality TV sound.  The workshop will also provide a “hands on” look at some of the gear in professional use today.  Participants will look into the types of microphones and their characteristics, as well as the use of Nagra, DAT tape and hard disk recorders. We will learn about wireless technology and it’s use in the industry, the responsibilities and positions within the sound department and the fine art of using a boom or “fish-pole”.

We will review technical aspects including communication systems, playback situations, time-code, mixing consoles and post-production.  Among other things, the workshop will discuss the sound departments interaction with other departments, Union and other affiliations, and valuable information including useful websites and the best places to find the tools of the trade.  It will be two days packed with tips, tricks and lots of fun.  Whether you are an aspiring sound engineer or just want to know a little more about the industry, these two days will open your eyes and especially your ears!

Instructor Mike Markiw
Cost Members $145     Non Members $190
Enrollment is limited to 12 Participants

Back By Popular Demand Editing Film and Video with Final Cut Pro
Saturday February 25 and Sunday February 26, 10am - 5pm

Day 1. Covers basic setup issues for editing, such as connecting video equipment, digi- tizing footage, and printing to video. An overview of the Macintosh Operating System and Final Cut Pro software will be provided. Participants will have the opportunity to learn these skills hands-on using the CSIF’s edit suite. Everyone will leave with the ability to make a cut.
Day 2. This class is a more intensive look at the capabilites of Final Cut Pro. This will include professional colour correction techniques and animated titling. You will also learn media management, file organization and speed tricks to make the most of your time in the edit suite. Participants will experiment with their new skills on the CSIF’s editing facilities.

Instructor Ken Filywich
Cost Members $135 Non Members $180
Enrollment is limited to 8 Participants

Ever wondered how you can utilize professional performers in your low budget project?  Come mix and mingle with ACTRA, Performers and Filmmakers who have gone ACTRA... it's easier than you think and there's BEER!

When: Feb 2, 2012
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Where:  CSIF's New Location:  The Old Y Common Room, 223 - 12th Ave. SW
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ACTRA (Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists) is the union of more than 22,000 professional performers working in English-language recorded media in Canada including TV, film, radio and digital media.  www.actraalberta.com

CSIF (The Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers) is an inclusive, non-profit, artist run based society that exists to encourage filmmaking as art, reflecting and challenging our changing cultural landscape through production and exhibition of the filmmaker.  www.csif.org