Fall Workshops Now Open!

We want to take a moment to highlight one of our Community Producers! Catherine Dawsey finished her first year in film school in Los Angeles, she was determined to direct and produce a silent film starring her friends. But without school resources to use during shooting, Catherine needed equipment. 

Equipment rental can cost hundreds of dollars per hour. But with High Five, she checked out gear at the best price there is: free. She was able to shoot her film, “The Necklace,” which is now available to watch here.

“Although it can be kind of daunting getting into production, the only way to fully learn about it is to dive straight into it and start making films,” Catherine said. “That’s what’s so great about High Five because you get the real life production experience but you also get to do it in a stress-free learning environment.”

Better yet, for those who don’t have experience in videography, we offer educational workshops to learn the basics of camera operations and video editing, which begin in September. Aspiring filmmakers – or anyone who wants to learn – can sign up for annual membership and an Orientation session to get started. No prior experience is required.

As a nonprofit community access media center, we believe that everyone has the right to free speech and self-expression. We provide you with the tools you need to tell your story. We also provide personalized mentorship and equipment reservations: just tell us what you’re interested in learning, and we’ll find a way to make it happen.

Newcomers should start by becoming a member and attending a virtual member orientation session. Registration and membership is required. Membership is limited to Eagle County residents or employees; free for residents of Vail and Avon, $25 for other Eagle County residents, $40 for a family of four and $50 for local nonprofits. 

To sign up for membership, orientation and workshops, click here.

Virtual Orientation - FREE 

Tuesday, Aug. 29 | 2 to 3 p.m. Register
Tuesday, Aug. 29 | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Register
Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 2 to 3 p.m. Register
Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Register

During Orientation, members will learn more about community access television and what’s possible with membership. Orientation is required to attend workshops.

Mobile Video Workshop - FREE

Tuesday, Sept. 5 | 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register

Learn how to use your smart device and maximize its capabilities to express your artistry through video. Discover the basics of composing and exposing an image, as well as editing on the same device. This workshop is a great introduction to video production and High Five Access Media, and a springboard to other opportunities to hone your video production and media-making skills. 

Please bring your Android or Apple device to the workshop. 

Camera Basics - FREE

Tuesday, Sept. 19 | 5:30 to 8 p.m. Register

This workshop gives you the skills to get out there and start creating video. Learn how to compose and expose an image, get familiar with basic operations of our Canon cameras, select the right microphone to capture clear audio and mount cameras on a tripod to get a stable image. You’ll also get hands-on practice shooting footage that you’ll use to piece together a tutorial or short video in Editing Basics.

Editing Basics - FREE

Tuesday, Sept. 26 | 5:30 to 8 p.m. Register

Want to learn the basics of computer video editing? This workshop is for you. We’ll show you how to navigate Final Cut X, piece together video clips with effective cuts, spice up your project with b-roll, lay down an audio track, create simple graphics, and export a final video for the web, social media or broadcast.

Advanced Camera Workshop - $40

Tuesday, Oct. 12, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Register

Take your camera skills to the next level. Learn advanced techniques to create amazing images using our DSLR video camera and accessories.