Welcome to the Production Studio at the John C. Hitt Library! This studio is a do-it-yourself, innovative space designed to give you all of the tools you’ll need to create professional video and images for your use.
How does it work?
The Production Studio is open for booking for UCF Students currently enrolled in classes, UCF Staff, and UCF Faculty. Each session time is 90 minutes, and up to five people are allowed in a session at a time. You may view a full list of our studio equipment available, and you’re welcome to bring your own.
There are three distinct areas of the Production Studio found below.
Presentation Stage
The Presentation Stage area comes fully equipped with Sony a6400 Mirrorless cameras, a wide assortment of professional lighting equipment, backdrops and accessories. This is a large and versatile area that caters towards photography.
Conversation Stage
The Conversation Stage area has everything you’ll need to record both audio and video footage. Designed for interview-style video, you’ll be able to capture every aspect of your interview with ease using the control center.
Headshot Stage
Our Headshot Stage is a photobooth-style setup. It uses Breeze Photobooth software, and you’ll be able to capture your own headshot at the tap of a screen. The high-resolution files can then be shared directly to your email.
Getting Started
Below you’ll find all the information you need to start using the Production Studio. Please refer to the FAQ page for answers to common questions, and the equipment list to see what gear is available in the Studio.
Step 1: Enroll in Webcourse
The Production Studio has many features and equipment that requires some learning in order to use. LibTech also utilizes this course as way to communicate any changes or updates to the studio. Click the “Enroll in Webcourse” button below to add our Production Studio to your UCF Webcourses / Canvas account (UCF NID required)
Step 2: Orientation Session
Once the webcourse is completed, you’ll be provided information on how to book an in-person, 30-minute Studio Orientation session. During this session, you’ll walk through the studio with a LibTech employee and go over the following;
- The equipment available in the three major areas of the studio.
- Important safety protocols and rules.
- Our Terms of Use.
Once your Orientation session is complete, you’ll be asked to complete a form stating you agree to our Terms of Use. The Studio Orientation MUST be completed before you can book further sessions on your own. The Orientation must only be completed once, before your first time using the Studio. However, at each subsequent session check-in, you will be asked to visit the LibTech desk to re-sign the form stating you agree to our Terms of Use.
Step 3: Booking A Session
Once you successfully complete the Production Studio Orientation, you will be provided information on how to book your first session. A quick form will accompany every booking you make to assess what areas, equipment, and backdrop colors you will need during your session. It’s very important to fill out this form accurately, so we can fully prepare the Studio for your session.
Questions?
If you have questions about the Production Studio, you can email us at libtech@ucf.edu