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Access Tucson has a summer program that offers kids a chance to explore the world of television production. From animating, scripting and shooting, to performing as talent on the set, Summer Session participants learn to create their own television programs.
Media is certainly a part of our lives and our childrens' lives. The Access Tucson Summer Session gives kids a new perspective and understanding of television and media. Through creating their own productions, children are no longer simple consumers of television, but programmers. This experience enables them to better understand all the media messages they see daily and have a fun time learning!
Summer Session Members:
• Work in a team oriented environment.
• Utilize writing and communication skills.
• Create with sound and images.
• Learn to produce their own messages for television.
In addition to the new skills learned through the Summer Session program, all of the students receive certification for utilizing the Access Tucson Facilities year round!
All participants will receive a copy of Summer Session 2009.
Animation
Create your own cartoons!
With an easy to use animation program, imagination and a soundtrack, students can make expressive short videos using hand-drawn subjects. This one week class lets students learn about art and computers.
Animation instructor Eleanor Kohloss has been producing animation for television for eight years and has taught animation for the Tucson Pima Arts Council youth program in addition to the Access Tucson courses. Eleanor received the Alliance for Community Media Award for her animated feature “Two All-Beef Patties.”
Studio Production
Start your own TV show!
The Access Tucson studios provide an exceptional production environment for creating television. The Studio Production class provides comprehensive multi-camera studio production training. Each student will participate in studio lighting, audio, camera operation and directing. Class members plan and produce a studio program.
Studio Production instructor Larry Foster is an Access Tucson staff member and has worked as an instructor for the U of A’s Media Arts Program, teaching film production & technique. He has had an extensive career in the television industry acting as a director for KUAT, KOLD and KGUN’s newscasts.
Video Production
Make your own Movie!
This session provides instruction for shooting video on location to make your own film. Camera technique, lighting, audio, scripting and computer-based editing are all covered in this class.
Video Production instructor Tim O’Grady is an Access Tucson staff member and has worked as a videographer and editor for KOLD Channel 13 & Tucson 12, the City information channel in addition to numerous commercials and syndicated programs.
What is Access Tucson?
Access Tucson was established in 1984 as an independent, non-profit, membership based organization for the management of public access. Access Tucson remains a vital community resource by providing training and facilities for Tucsonans to communicate with the community utilizing electronic media. We operate two channels on the city cable system. Training for using our facilities is provided at a low cost and use of our production facilities is free.
Who should attend the Access Tucson Summer Session?
This special program offers skill building for young people ages 9 and up. No prior experience in media is necessary. The Summer Session production classes will be challenging for both beginners and experienced producers.
Summer Session Schedule
Animation
5 Weekdays
9:00am – 12:00pm
Ages 9 & Up
Session 1: July 6–10, 2009
Session 2: July 13–17, 2009
Session 3: August 3-7, 2009
Studio Production
5 Weekdays
9:00am – 12:00pm
Ages 9 & Up
Session 1: July 20–24, 2009
Session 2: July 27–31, 2009
Video Production
10 Weekdays
9:00am – 12:00pm
Ages 9 & Up
July 20 - 31, 2009
Summer Session Fees
Animation
$160
Studio Production
$160
Video Production
$210
Payment is due at the time of registration. Fees are payable with MasterCard, Visa, guaranteed check or cash.
All workshops will be held at the Access Tucson facility:
Access Tucson
124 East Broadway
624-9833