New Media Services equipment: rent a camera or use your phone
Media Services has introduced a few new items to its inventory this year, with a focus on enabling students to get more functionality out of devices that they already own. As high-quality cameras have become common on devices like smartphones and laptops, there’s less need for separate camcorders and microphones. Of course, smartphone recordings aren’t …
Read MoreNew cameras in Media Services gives community chance to experiment with video
Recently, the Media Services department acquired two brand new cameras, the Canon XA20 and a GoPro, for students, faculty and staff for check-out. Media Services assistant Jenn Grimmett previews the newest cameras and the ways she hopes the cameras can be used by the Elon community. Grimmett explains that the growing need in the …
Read MoreFixing poor performance habits quickly and tactfully
It’s difficult for theater students to become aware of their habits and quirks until they can clearly see them. Kirby Wahl, Assistant Professor of Performing Arts, uses Kodak Playtouch video cameras to take easy shots of his students that help them identify their strengths and weaknesses on stage.
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