Videography Workshop

Class Type: Workshop
Class Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Prerequisites: None required
DCTV Exclusive Certification: Videography

This workshop teaches the fundamentals of operating a newsstyle video camera for field production. You’ll learn how to set up equipment, adjust exposure, monitor audio, maintain focus, and record clean, usable footage. This class gives you the essential skills needed to confidently shoot in the field. 

What You’ll Learn 

  • Camera setup and handling
  • Tripod pan/tilt operation
  • Exposure control (iris, ISO, ND filters) 
  • Frame rate selection 
  • Focus ring operation 
  • White balance setup 
  • Audio setup and monitoring 
  • Recording and managing SD card media 

Equipment Covered

  • News-style video camera (camcorder) 
  • Tripod 
  • Lavaliere microphone 
  • SD card 
  • Batteries 
  • Headphones  

What to Expect 

hands-on session focused on learning and practicing real fieldshooting skills with DCTV equipment.

Certification

Successful completion earns the Videography Certification. See the Producer Policy Manual for full guidelines. 

Public | $110
Programmer Member | $110
Creative Member | $66

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Videography Workshop | April 18, 2026

  • Saturday Apr 18 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • 901 Newton Street NE
    Washington, District of Columbia
    United States
    20017