Welcome to the Media Center's video blog

This site was created to show you samples of productions created by the Media Center. From simple voice-only files to multi-camera events, these clips will give you a good idea of how you can use images and sound to enhance your group's messaging.

Audio-only clip: "Family Resources-Judy Kleinberg"

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A simple, low-cost way to get started in media streaming is by using audio clips. Since there are no visual elements, they are easy to produce and perfect for timely or recurring announcements.

Benefits:
Easy to produce using inexpensive tools.
Verstile. Souces can include voicemail messages, audio from videotape, webclips.
Smaller files load faster.

Price range: $250-$350

Slde show: "Canopy"

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A step up from the audio-only programs, these simple projects combine still images with music and/or narration. This technique brings an old fashioned slide show to into the electronic age.

Benefits:
Low cost.
Quick turnaound.
Easier to use existing still images than to shoot new video footage.

Pricing: $250-$350

Studio PSA: "EPA Most Wanted" with Officer Lopez

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In less than an hour, you can record a simple, straightforward public service announcement. It entails minimal editing and graphics.

Benefits:
Low cost
Includes production assistance for scripting and delivery.
Quick turnaround.
Easy to update.

Pricing: $350-$500

Documentary profile: Tall Tree Award "CHC"

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Typically shorter than a full documentary, these projects convey a wealth of information at a glance. The production combines "B roll" footage with on-camera interviews.

Benefits:
Fairly quick production time.
Shot on location to enhance "look and feel"
A lot of information in a short amount of time.

Pricing: $700-900

Studio presentation: "Atherton State of the Town"

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Like the studio PSA, this type of program is easy to produce and relatively inexpensive. It is especially effective when combined with PowerPoint slides.

Benefits:
A simple way to reach a larger constituency.
Low cost.
Quick turnaround.
Live switching between camera and graphics..requires no editing.

Pricing: $700-$1,000

Produced PSA: Media Center classes "Dave"

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A classic well produced "commercial" or public service announcement combines scripting, field production, and editing. This gives the piece much more production value.

Benefits:
Visually interesting.
Can use many different styles including humor, drama, or straight presentation.
Shot on various locations.

Pricing: $1,100-$1,300

Studio-In-A-Box: "Anna Eshoo Town Hall"

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Our portable studio, or "studio-in-a-box" combines the best of location production with high quality studio technology. Our multi-camera package comes on site to capture your event.

Benefts:
More portable and flexible than a studio shoot.
Requires no editing.
Live graphics included.
Pre-configured system expedites setup time and production.

Pricing: $1,300-$2,000

Studio-In-A-Box: "New Morty Show"

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Our portable studio, or "studio-in-a-box" combines the best of location production with high quality studio technology. Our multi-camera package comes on site to capture your event.

Benefts:
More portable and flexible than a studio shoot.
Requires no editing.
Live graphics included.
Pre-configured system expedites setup time and production.

Pricing: $1,300-$2,000

Studio show with audience: "Other Voices" Hurricane Relief

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A studio show with an audience is both a TV program and a live event. This type of production features multiple cameras, and phone-in questions are an option.

Benefits:
Becomes a community event.
Real-time interaction with audience and phone callers.
Multi-camera live event requires no editing.
Studio settings offers highest technical quality.

Pricing: $2,000-$4,000

Studio demo: "Sit and Be Fit"

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The highest-end studio production is perfect for visual presentations, demonstrations and performances in areas such as health, cooking, hobbies, etc. Multiple cameras give a variety of angles and image sizes, including close-up shots.

Benefits:
Customize your own set.
High quality studio facility and equipment.
Post production adds polish.
With or without an audience.

Pricing: $4,000-$6,000

Shakespeare..the Remix (High-end documentary)

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This clip from "Shakespeare the Remix" is a good example of a highly produced documentary. Combining sophisticated graphics, interviews, "B roll", and music create a great look.

Benefits:
Polished and professional.
Highly engaging and effective communications tool.

Pricing: $9,00-$11,000