Reserving the DIY Media Studio

DIY Media Studio

To use the Dwinelle DIY Media Studio for recording video, audio, and/or screen: 

Request studio time by filling out this (CalNet Required) form. If you have never used the Studio before, we will provide an equipment and software orientation at the beginning of your reserved time; please add an extra half hour for your first session to allow time for this orientation. (Please give us one business day to respond to your request. Though we sometimes may be able to respond to requests with less than a business day's lead time, we cannot guarantee this.)

Note: Orientations provide an introduction to the hardware and software in the DIY Media Studio, as well as basic procedures for use. If you have more extensive needs--are unsure of whether the project you have in mind is a good match for the facilities provided by the DIY Media service, need help planning a video project that you believe you will be doing without professional video services, or require guidance regarding tool selection or advanced usage of tools--please schedule a consultation.

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Reserve the DIY Media Studio

Request time to use our Do-It-Yourself Media Studio, Dwinelle Hall, Room 141 (in general, Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm).

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Consultations

Have a specific question? Schedule a consult and get the answers you need.

DIY Media Studio Resources and Information

DIY Media Studio Software/Hardware Manuals and Checklists

form with check marks and settings wheelDIY Media Studio Checklist for Startup & Closing Procedures

Before using the DIY Media studio please review our DIY Session Checklist for Startup & Closing Procedures

Office desk with computer and speakers on either side with microphone hanging from cielingDIY Media Studio: Dwinelle Studio - Getting Started

Once you have scheduled a time to use the DIY Media Studio please review the DIY Media Studio: Dwinelle Studio - Getting Started a copy will also be provided in the studio in our DIY Studio manual.

Laptop with scissors cutting filmDIY Media Studio: Camtasia 3 Mac - Getting Started

To use Camtasia in the DIY Media studio, please review the DIY Media Studio: Camtasia 3 Mac - Getting Started guide.

wacom board with penDIY Media Studio: Pen Annotation Overview

Our DIY Media Studio is equipped with a Wacom Cintiq, for instructions and tips, please refer to our DIY Media Studio: Pen Annotation Overview. 

Audio wavesDIY Media Studio: Audacity - Getting Started

Interested in recording and editing a podcast? We've got you covered. Checkout the DIY Media Studio: Audacity - Getting Started guide. 

Available Software & Descriptions

Adobe Rush logo RuAdobe Premiere Rush 

Adobe Premiere Rush is an all-in-one, cross-device app for creating and sharing online videos. Edit, fix color, adjust audio, add titles, and more with easy-to-use tools, and customizable Motion Graphics templates. Learn more...

Adobe Illustrator logoAdobe Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator is used to create a variety of digital and printed images, including cartoons, charts, diagrams, graphs, logos, and illustrations. Illustrator also allows a user to import a photograph and use it as a guide to trace an object in the photograph. Learn more... 

Photoshop logo PsAdobe Photoshop

Adobe Photoshop is a photo editing and manipulation software. Its uses range from the full-featured editing of large batches of photos to creating intricate digital paintings and drawings. Learn more... 

Adobe Audition LogoAdobe Audition

Audition is a comprehensive toolset that includes multitrack, waveform and spectral display for creating, mixing, editing and restoring audio content. This powerful audio workstation is designed to accelerate video production workflows and audio finishing — and deliver a polished mix with pristine sound. Learn more...

Adobe After Effects logo AeAdobe After Effects

Adobe After Effects is a tool for motion graphics and visual effects. Artists and post production professionals rely on After Effects to generate visually stunning work for film, TV, video, and web. Learn more...

Camtasia logo CCamtasia

Camtasia is a software suite used for creating video tutorials and presentations directly via screencast, or via a direct recording plug-in to Microsoft PowerPoint. Audio or other multimedia recordings may be recorded at the same time or added separately from another source. Learn more...

Audacity logo of headphones with audio wavesAudacity

Audacity is a free and open-source digital audio editor and recording application software. Great for editing podcasts! Learn more...

Kaltura Capture logo multi colored line surrounding small dot with word KalturaKaltura Capture

The Kaltura Capture desktop recorder enables easy video creation anywhere by anyone. Kaltura Capture includes: Screen, webcam, and audio capture. Learn more...

Ink2Go logo image of dark circle with squiggly lineInk2Go

Ink2Go is a screen annotation and recording software. You can write on top of any other application that is currently active on the desktop, even on a running video. You can then save your annotations as an image file or a video for sharing. Learn more...

Screenflow logo image of film real with multicolored lines across bottom of reelScreenflow

With ScreenFlow you can record any part of your screen or the entire monitor while also capturing your video camera, iOS device, microphone or multi-channel audio device, and your computer's audio. The easy-to-use editing interface lets you creatively edit your video. Learn more...