The In-Country workshop on Camera Control Unit (CCU) Operation was held in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam from 25 April to 1 May 2017. The workshop was designed for the technical staff of Radio Television Brunei (RTB).
The In-Country workshop on Camera Control Unit (CCU) Operation was held in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam from 25 April to 1 May 2017. The workshop was designed for the technical staff of Radio Television Brunei (RTB).
RTB has three HD channels with local contents produced in-house and by local production houses. Most operators have more than five years experience in operating and producing with SD format and moving forward to produce in HDTV formats to meet the demands of changing technology and viewers. This CCU operation course has been thoroughly designed to meet the requirement of the HD production specifically in camera control unit for OB and studio productions.
The workshop included in-class and studio activities carefully designed for the benefit of both technical and non-technical operators to up skill the technical preparation for HDTV production. It was delivered and demonstrated thoroughly with the physical studio equipment to give them a personal experience and understanding on the technical requirement for studio HDTV. In today’s broadcasting world, the technology is changing rapidly and there is a need for the operators to be trained in their field of expertise specifically in CCU to meet the demands of the production with HD format. This five days workshop has benefited the RTB station and participants who has completed the training.
The road to HDTV production discussed the transition from SD to HD format, the material and aspect ratio of the camera framing. There is a need to up skill operators in other areas such as; the makeup, set materials, wardrobe, audio, OB setup, Vision Mixing, Maintenance and other related training.
The handouts and presentation slides were given to the participants for easy reference and discussion during training. Participants were encouraged to ask questions and share their personal experiences while handling HD camera in class.
The application of CCU operation and techniques of HDTV preparation was demonstrated thoroughly through in-class and studio activities to give a clear understanding to the participants. Safety awareness was also address to avoid injury during setup and operation. All participants were given the opportunity to have hands on in-group and individually to ensure they gain and understand the operation. The practical was performed with actual lighting setup.
The workshop was attended by thirty participants from RTB and local production houses and was conducted by Mr Sahat Amin, Senior Training Manager from FIDA Technology.
AIBD/RTB In-Country Workshop on CCU Operation
The In-Country workshop on Camera Control Unit (CCU) Operation was held in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam from 25 April to 1 May 2017. The workshop was designed for the technical staff of Radio Television Brunei (RTB).
‘A revolution in broadcasting…’ Smartphone course in KL
A group of 16 broadcasters from around the South East Asian region came to Kuala Lumpur for a three day Smartphone workshop from March 13-15.
Participants learnt how to shoot video, frame shots and compose pictures, choose good lighting, and use their phone apps to best advantage. They also learnt about social media usage and how to file smartphone reports to many social media platforms.
During a practical exercise, course participants were sent out to gather reports for a news broadcast, using only their smartphones to capture, edit and file their stories.
Aiza, from RTM described the process:
MTRK Uzbekistan Drama Producers told to learn more about China’s rich culture
Drama producers of the National Television and Radio Company (Uzbekistan MTRK) are advised to learn more about the rich culture of the People’s Republic of China.
Deputy Director General, International Cooperation Department of the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film & Television (SAPPRFT) Mr Yan Chengsheng believes with better understanding of the diverse culture of China, it would further strengthen the existing cordial bilateral relationships between the peoples of both countries.
AIBD/NRK/MRTV4 In-Country Workshop on Children’s TV Programme
AIBD and MRTV-4 organised an In-country workshop on Children’s TV
AIBD/NRK/BBS In-Country Workshop on Children’s TV Programme
AIBD and BBS organised an In-country workshop on Children’s TV programmes from 21 – 25 November 2016, in Thimphu, Bhutan, funded by the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK). With 11 participating producers from Bhutan Broadcasting Corporation Services, this workshop mainly focused on dramatic content in Children’s programmes, the cultural, historical and language representations.
AIBD/NRK/MRTV4 In-Country Workshop on Children’s TV Programme
Myanmar Radio and Television (MRTV) in collaboration with Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK) and the Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD), organised an In-Country Workshop on Children's TV Program from 3 – 7 October 2016. Hosted by MMDC, this workshop covered area such as dramatic content in Children’s programmes, the cultural, historical and language representations.
A communication channel has been established between CCTV & MTRK
Thailand’s ‘Madam Disaster’ champions risk reduction
By Andy McElroy
KUALA LUMPUR, 16 November 2016 – Asia’s most prolific disaster risk reduction journalist has urged media colleagues from 12 other countries to move beyond simply describing events and instead help their audiences better protect themselves from various hazards.
AIBD/IPPTAR Regional Workshop on Shooting Video with a Smartphone
By Mr Steve Ahern CEO International Media & Broadcasting Academy
Regional workshop on DVB T2 Transmission
The Regional workshop on DVB T2 Transmission was held in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China from 16 to 18 August 2016. The workshop was designed for the technical staff of television stations who are working in transmission division. The workshop was hosted by Yunnan broadcast bureau of the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television (SAPPRFT).
