The Video Studio has a wide variety of professional-level equipment including adjustable lighting, a Blackmagic Studio Pro 4K, a teleprompter, audio equipment, four different backdrops, and a number of props. This is a good place for producing professional looking interviews, shooting with the green screen, recording class presentations, video podcasts, or even live streaming. Training is required prior to using the video studio, including a required video and in-person assessment (below).
Reservations are required and mediated by RMC staff.
Initial training is required prior to reserving and using the Video Studio for the first time:
Step 1: Watch online training video
Please watch the required online training video: Quick Start Video Studio
We recommend, but do not require, the full video series: RMC Training: Video Studio
We use online training so you can train at a time that best fits your schedule. In addition, these videos are always available to you and you’re welcome to use them as a refresher guide. If you forget how to use certain equipment, you can review it while you are using the video studio using the QR code or binder.
Step 2: Complete an in-person test.
The next step is an in-person test. It is designed to assess whether you remember our policies and understand the basic operation of the equipment. If you pass the test, you will be certified to access the video studio in the future. Please use this link to sign up for an in-person test, or email teachlearn@virginia.edu if no available times work for you.
Sign up for any 'High-End Camera/Lighting & Video Studio Training (Robertson Media Center)' on the Library Events Calendar: https://cal.lib.virginia.edu/calendar
From the stairs or elevator (Clemons 3rd floor), turn right, past the restrooms, through the hallway and on the left. Once in the Digital Media Lab, ask the consultant for the key. There is a room scheduler beside the door to see if it is available.