Difference between revisions of "Lynda Lab Overview"

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Overview

The Lynda Lab is a medium sized video production studio.

• Is equipped with a variety of lighting equipment and accessories. 
• Students need to bring their own camera and camera tripod.  
• Is available for students to use for academic use. 
• The lab requires the proficiency badge. 

Location

• The Lynda Lab is in Evans 1350.
• From the lobby walk past the Multimedia Lab and turn left at the garbage and recycling station.

Access

• The lab requires the Lynda Lab - Lighting Studio proficiency badge in Schedule Evergreen. 
• Read the Electronic Media Lab Access page for proficiency information 
• Read the Media Labs Access Policy for lab polices
• Read the Scheduling General Access Media Labs article for scheduling procedures
• Schedule time at Media Loan, the Multimedia Lab or via Self Service in Schedule Evergreen.
• Get keys from Media Loan for your scheduled time.

General Policies

• No food or drinks of any kind are allowed in the labs.
• Alcohol, drugs, vaping and smoking are not allowed anywhere in the buildings.
• Take care of yourself and remember to take a break once in a while.
• Clean up after yourself.  
• Do not delete other students' files.
• Do not unplug or remove anything from the spaces.
• Make sure the door is closed and locked when you leave the lab.
  • Do not leave doors propped open if the room will be temporarily unoccupied, even if you are only running to the restroom.
• Only use your scheduled time.
• Return keys and equipment promptly to Media Loan or to the Library Circulation Desk.
• Reports any lab problems by following the Report a problem in a media lab procedure.
• Be courteous and respectful to the other users of the labs and all student employees.
• Follow the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities and the Social Contract.

Help

• If you need help, look for a video intern in the CCAM Media Engineering across the hall or go to the Multimedia Lab 1404.

Overhead and Recording Lights

• When you walk in the door the switch for the overhead lights is to the right.
• When facing the wall, the switch on the right is for the overhead lights.
• The switch on the left is for the Recording light in the hallway.
  • Turn on the Recording lights while recording to prevent interruptions
  • Make sure to turn of the Recording light when done.

Equipment

Lights

Stands

Accessories

• Sandbags
• Apple boxes

Ladder

• There is a step ladder in the room.
• Always follow the ladder safety instructions listed later in this training.