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2-Day Introduction to Avid Xpress Editing
Sat May 12th, 2007    11:00am - 9:00pm
Instructor: Jacob Hanna

The course will cover all steps of the editing process from setting up and capturing from a DV device, using the timeline based interface, and outputting back to DV or exporting for the web.

Day One of the workshop will focus on a complete overview of the Avid Xpress software demonstrated by the instructor.

Day Two of the workshop will be hands on for all participants to practice e... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members

 
Drawing in Light for Video
Mon August 13th, 2007    5:00pm - 11:00pm
Instructor: Nena Toth

Seminar in Lighting Techniques and Aesthetics
Intermediate to Advanced

This two evening workshop will examine and discuss the role of the cinemat... more 
$40.00 Members
$65.00 Non Members

 
Advanced Avid Adrenaline
Wed May 21st, 2008    5:00pm - 11:00pm
Instructor: Edward Folger
AVID Adrenaline is one of the leading editing tools of choice in the broadcast television and film world.

If you’ve been cutting with Avid Xpress and are wondering what the advantages might be or if you\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'ve been using the Adrenaline and now want to move on to more advanced techniques with it, then this workshop is for you!

This two part evening workshop will provide both ... more 
$60.00 Members
$85.00 Non Members

 
SCRIPT BREAKDOWN AND SHOOTING SCHEDULES
Sat June 14th, 2008    11:00am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Edward Folger
Learn the time-tested methods of organizing the scripted material you want to shoot, so you never again have to wait for hours for the thing “someone forgot.” Well almost never...

This full day workshop will provide both demonstrative and hands-on instruction in both dramatic and documentary script breakdown and scheduling. These methods can be applied to any type of complicated production bas... more 
$45.00 Members
$65.00 Non Members

 
Intro to DVD Studio Pro
Sat July 26th, 2008    11:00am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Firuz Daud
Does the world of encoding baffle you? Do you feel dependant on others to make DVDs for you? Are you sick of submitting or showing your works on plain old play DVDs with a cheesy template menu?

DVD authoring is an essential skill that most independent artists working with digital media should have at least a basic understanding of.

This one-day workshop intensive will show you how t... more 
$50.00 Members
$75.00 Non Members

 
Video Production Clinic
Tue August 05th, 2008    5:00pm - 11:00pm
Instructor: Chris Ikonomopoulos


Lets Get Clinical!

Just got your brand spanking new SAW Video membership and looking to rent gear? Or perhaps you are simply in need of a quick refresher!

Come to the production clinic and get introduced to the operation of S.A.W's light, sound and camera equipment. This two evening six-hour clinic will qualify you for the rental of SAW video's production equipment. Partic... more 
$50.00 Members
$75.00 Non Members

 
2 day-Introduction to Adobe After Effects
Sat August 23rd, 2008    11:00am - 9:00pm
Instructor: Firuz Daud
Adobe After Effects is the software of choice for creating professional quality motion graphics and special effects for video. The purpose of this workshop is to introduce users to the powerful capabilities of this program and how it can be integrated into your projects. Through a series of practical tutorials, this hands on introduction will have students complete a few basic projects in order ... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members
 
2 day-Introduction to Final Cut Express HD
Sat August 30th, 2008    11:00am - 9:00pm
Instructor: Daniel Kaunisviita
Learn the basics of Final Cut Express from A to Apple Z! This 2 day course will cover all steps of the process from setting up a project and capturing from a dv device, to using the timeline based interface, and outputting back to dv. Day 1 of the workshop will focus on a complete overveiw of the Final Cut Express software demonstrated by the instructor. Day 2 of the workshop will be hand... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members
 
Video Production Clinic
Tue September 09th, 2008    5:00pm - 11:00pm
Instructor: Chris Ikonomopoulos


Lets Get Clinical!

Just got your brand spanking new SAW Video membership and looking to rent gear? Or perhaps you are simply in need of a quick refresher!

Come to the production clinic and get introduced to the operation of S.A.W's light, sound and camera equipment. This two evening six-hour clinic will qualify you for the rental of SAW video's production equipment. Partic... more 
$50.00 Members
$75.00 Non Members

 
2 day-Introduction to Final Cut Express HD
Sat September 20th, 2008    11:00am - 9:00pm
Instructor: Firuz Daud
Learn the basics of Final Cut Express from A to Apple Z! This 2 day course will cover all steps of the process from setting up a project and capturing from a dv device, to using the timeline based interface, and outputting back to dv. Day 1 of the workshop will focus on a complete overveiw of the Final Cut Express software demonstrated by the instructor. Day 2 of the workshop will be hand... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members
 
Sound Recording for Video
Tue September 23rd, 2008    5:00pm - 11:00pm
Instructor: Chris Ikonomopoulos

One of the most important elements of any video is the quality of the sound. A clear recording made in the field can make or break your production.

This workshop is for people with an interest in developing skills and an understanding of how sound recording works for video and film production.

The most important elements and skills of sound recording will be taught and practiced “han... more 
$60.00 Members
$85.00 Non Members

 
2 day-Introduction to Final Cut Express HD
Sat October 18th, 2008    11:00am - 9:00pm
Instructor: Firuz Daud
Learn the basics of Final Cut Express from A to Apple Z! This 2 day course will cover all steps of the process from setting up a project and capturing from a dv device, to using the timeline based interface, and outputting back to dv. Day 1 of the workshop will focus on a complete overveiw of the Final Cut Express software demonstrated by the instructor. Day 2 of the workshop will be hand... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members
 
Sony PMW-EX1 HD Camera Clinic
Wed October 22nd, 2008    5:00pm - 8:00pm
Instructor: Firuz Daud
SAW Video has made the exciting move to tapeless HD with the purchase of a Sony PMW-EX1 HD camera!

The EX1 is a broadcast quality camera with three ½-inch CMOS sensors, each with an effective pixel count of 1920x1080 to produce images in full HD resolution.

The EX1 is loaded with great features including multiple frame rate recording capability such as 59.94i, 50i, and native 23.98P, as ... more 
$40.00 Members
$65.00 Non Members

 
2-Day Introduction to Video Production
Sat October 25th, 2008    11:00am - 9:00pm
Instructor: Ray Hagel

This two-day workshop teaches the basics of camera, audio and lighting through hands-on training.

On the first day of the workshop, participants will receive basic instruction on our prime 3-chip HDV and Mini DV cameras -- such as the Sony Z1U and V1U, and the Panasonic AG-DVX100. Participants will be introduced to three-point lighting and dealing with power on location. A variety of mi... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members

 
Sound Editing for Video
Sat October 25th, 2008    11:00am - 5:00pm
Instructor: Chris Ikonomopoulos
If your video has sound, you will need to mix it.

Over a 1 full day intensive session, this workshop will introduce you to the basic concepts of sound mixing and teach you what to listen for, how to balance dialogue, music, and sound effects, and how to correct some of the most common problems that leave you with bad audio.

The workshop will focus on audio within Final Cut Pro, inclu... more 
$60.00 Members
$85.00 Non Members

 
Grant Writing for Media Artists
Sun November 02nd, 2008    12:00pm - 5:00pm
Instructor: Penny McCann

This popular workshop is designed to help media artists represent their projects clearly and concisely. Veteran filmmaker Penny McCann will take emerging film and video makers through the process of applying to art councils and cultural agencies for funding. Focus for the workshop will be on upcoming grants to the Ontario Arts Council (Nov. 17) and the City of Ottawa (Jan. 26).

Particip... more 
$45.00 Members
$70.00 Non Members

 
2 Day Introduction to Adobe Premiere CS3
Sat November 08th, 2008    12:00pm - 10:00pm
Instructor: Edward Folger
SAW Video has recently installed Adobe Creative Suite 3 Production Premium on several Windows and MAC workstaions. Adobe has integrated its editing software, Premiere Pro CS3, with all its related tools for new media, web, and video production. The course will cover all steps of the creative process from acquiring digital media (tape or files); editing with the timeline based interface; interactin... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members
 
Introduction à Final Cut Express HD
Sat November 15th, 2008    12:00pm - 10:00pm
Instructor: Carolyn Lecorre
Cours de 2 jours - Introduction à Final Cut Express HD

Apprenez l’essentiel de Final Cut Express, de A à Z! Ce cours de 2 jours traitera de toutes les étapes du processus, depuis le démarrage d’un projet et la captation sur appareil DV, jusqu’à l’utilisation de l’interface avec plan de montage chronologique, et de la sortie en format DV. Le premier jour de l’atelier sera consacré à une vue d... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members

 
2-Day Introduction to Video Production
Sat November 29th, 2008    12:00pm - 10:00pm
Instructor: Ray Hagel

This two-day workshop teaches the basics of camera, audio and lighting through hands-on training.

On the first day of the workshop, participants will receive basic instruction on our prime 3-chip HDV and Mini DV cameras -- such as the Sony Z1U and V1U, and the Panasonic AG-DVX100. Participants will be introduced to three-point lighting and dealing with power on location. A variety of mi... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members

 
Sony PMW-EX1 HD Camera Clinic
Wed December 03rd, 2008    6:00pm - 9:00pm
Instructor: Firuz Daud
SAW Video has made the exciting move to tapeless HD with the purchase of a Sony PMW-EX1 HD camera!

The EX1 is a broadcast quality camera with three ½-inch CMOS sensors, each with an effective pixel count of 1920x1080 to produce images in full HD resolution.

The EX1 is loaded with great features including multiple frame rate recording capability such as 59.94i, 50i, and native 23.98P, as ... more 
$40.00 Members
$65.00 Non Members

 
Editing with Final Cut Pro
Tue December 09th, 2008    6:00pm - 12:00am
Instructor: Firuz Daud
This workshop is designed as an intermediate-advanced level overview of Final Cut Pro. Over two evenings, participants will learn the particulars of this professional editing platform, from establishing your settings to capturing and importing clips, from performing edits to adding video and audio transitions and effects. This workshop includes 3 hours of practice time which may be booke... more 
$75.00 Members
$100.00 Non Members
 
2 day-Introduction to Final Cut Express HD
Sat January 17th, 2009    12:00pm - 10:00pm
Instructor: TBD .
Learn the basics of Final Cut Express from A to Apple Z! This 2 day course will cover all steps of the process from setting up a project and capturing from a dv device, to using the timeline based interface, and outputting back to dv. Day 1 of the workshop will focus on a complete overveiw of the Final Cut Express software demonstrated by the instructor. Day 2 of the workshop will be hand... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members
 
2 day-Introduction to Adobe After Effects
Sat January 24th, 2009    12:00pm - 10:00pm
Instructor: Tasha Waldron
Adobe After Effects is the software of choice for creating professional quality motion graphics and special effects for video. The purpose of this workshop is to introduce users to the powerful capabilities of this program and how it can be integrated into your projects. Through a series of practical tutorials, this hands on introduction will have students complete a few basic projects in order ... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members
 
Sony PMW-EX1 HD Camera Clinic
Wed January 28th, 2009    6:00pm - 9:00pm
Instructor: Firuz Daud
SAW Video has made the exciting move to tapeless HD with the purchase of a Sony PMW-EX1 HD camera!

The EX1 is a broadcast quality camera with three ½-inch CMOS sensors, each with an effective pixel count of 1920x1080 to produce images in full HD resolution.

The EX1 is loaded with great features including multiple frame rate recording capability such as 59.94i, 50i, and native 23.98P, as ... more 
$40.00 Members
$65.00 Non Members

 
2-Day Introduction to Video Production
Sat January 31st, 2009    12:00pm - 10:00pm
Instructor: Jacob Hanna

This two-day workshop teaches the basics of camera, audio and lighting through hands-on training.

On the first day of the workshop, participants will receive basic instruction on our prime 3-chip HDV and Mini DV cameras -- such as the Sony Z1U and V1U, and the Panasonic AG-DVX100. Participants will be introduced to three-point lighting and dealing with power on location. A variety of mi... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members

 
2-Day Intro to Video Blogging
Sat February 14th, 2009    12:00pm - 10:00pm
Instructor: Jacob Hanna
This two day workshop will focus on video production intended for the web. On day one, participants will create short videos. Day two will focus on how to publish the videos to a website. Topics covered include formatting, compressing, and how to upload to sites such as Vimeo and Youtube.
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members
 
Drawing in Light for Video
Tue February 17th, 2009    6:00pm - 12:00am
Instructor: Nena Toth

Seminar in Lighting Techniques and Aesthetics
Intermediate to Advanced

This two evening workshop will examine and discuss the role of the cinemat... more 
$40.00 Members
$65.00 Non Members

 
Green Screen: Special Effects for Video
Sat February 28th, 2009    12:00pm - 10:00pm
Instructor: Firuz Daud

Ever wonder how they create all those great Hollywood special effects? Desktop computers have revolutionized the special effects world making it possible for anyone to create dazzling special effects. This workshop will serve as an introduction and survey of special effects techniques. During this 2-day workshop participants will shoot, composite and edit a short special effects sequence. The ... more 
$125.00 Members
$150.00 Non Members

 
Colour Correction in Digital Post Production
Tue March 10th, 2009    6:00pm - 12:00am
Instructor: Edward Folger
Everything blue? Orange? That video you just shot on the weekend doesn\'t match what you shot last month? You need Colour Correction. Join the RGB Parade! Conquer the mysteries of digital and analog colour space (YUV, RGB, YCrCb, etc.), broadcast safe colour, black and white points, gamma, vector scopes, waveform monitors, and histograms, as well as other NLE built-in colour correction tools. We w... more 
$60.00 Members
$85.00 Non Members