TV Studio Production Bootcamp

Class Type: Bootcamp
Class Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Prerequisites: None required
DCTV Exclusive Certification: Studio Production

This bootcamp teaches the essential technical skills used in live‑to‑tape studio production inside DCTV’s newly renovated studio. Over four weekly sessions, you’ll rotate through key studio and control room positions—learning how to operate PTZ (robotic) cameras, run audio, manage graphics, use the teleprompter, floor direct, and work with turnkey overhead lighting. You’ll gain hands‑on experience with the full production workflow and demonstrate your skills during mock productions.

What You’ll Learn

  • Operating PTZ (robotic) studio cameras
  • Floor directing and communication
  • Teleprompter operation
  • Character generator (graphics, lower thirds)
  • Audio board basics and level setting
  • Switcher fundamentals (non‑TD)
  • Understanding turnkey studio lighting
  • How control room and studio positions work together

What to Expect
A hands‑on technical bootcamp with rotations through all major studio and control room positions, culminating in practice productions. Technical Directing is covered in a separate bootcamp.

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

Public | $300
Programmer Member | $300
Creative Member | $180

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TV Studio Production Bootcamp | March 14 to April 4, 2026

  • Saturday Mar 14 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Saturday Mar 21 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Saturday Mar 28 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Saturday Apr 04 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • 901 Newton Street NE
    Washington, District of Columbia
    United States
    20017