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I Have A Dream Speech Challenge
Get your pens, laptops, and notebooks ready—this is your chance to inspire Nevada County and beyond! Nevada County Media is thrilled to announce its inaugural community-wide challenge: “I Have A Dream” Speech Challenge.
This unique challenge invites individuals to craft a speech designed to uplift and motivate the community. Participants can write about any topic close to their hearts—whether it’s unity, resilience, environmental action, or personal growth. The only rule is that speeches must not mention political figures.
“We want to encourage our community to channel their voices into messages of hope and inspiration. This is a chance for individuals to share their vision and connect with others through the power of words.”
The challenge is open to residents of all ages. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or a retiree, this is your opportunity to shine and make your voice heard.
Submission Guidelines:
Deadline: Submissions received now through March 31, 2025
Word Limit: 400 words or less
Submission Email: Send your speech to news@nevadacountytv.org
Participants will receive confirmation of their submission and details on how their speech will be shared with the community.
Selected speeches will be made available to the public through Nevada County Media’s platforms, allowing the entire community to celebrate the creativity, passion, and unique perspectives of our community.
Like Dr. King, who inspired millions and changed the course of history. Through this challenge, Nevada County Media hopes to spark the same spirit of change and connection, reminding everyone that their words can make a difference.
Presenting to the Camera Workshop
Presenting to the Camera Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 1st Tuesday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for presenting information directly to the camera. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to become part of the camera-ready talent pool at NCM.
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Cost is $15. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
Cell Phone Filmmaking Workshop
This one hour workshop is on the 1st Mondays @ 12:30-1:30 pm. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques using your cell phone for film and video projects. You MUST have a cell phone to participate. Workshop is limited to 6 people. Registration required. No drop-ins. Feb 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug 4, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Cost is $15. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
Scripted Acting Workshop
Scripted Acting Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 2nd Tuesday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for acting on camera. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to become part of the camera-ready talent pool at NCM. This workshop may include you acting in scenes with others.
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Cost is $15. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
Voice Acting Workshop
Voice-Over Acting Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 3rd Monday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for narrative and commercial voice-overs. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to record a script for an actual NCN project (which will make good additions to your reel).
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Cost is $15. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
Podcasting Workshop
This 1 hour workshop is on the 4th Monday 12:30-1:30 pm each month. (except holidays) It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching how to do a podcast. It will include the recording of a short conversational episode. Workshop size is limited to 6 people. Registration required. No drop-ins.
March 24, April 28, June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Cost is $15. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
We the People - Film & Discussion Series
This seven-part series was designed to be a thought provoking discussion, which is exactly what we will be doing. The goal of this series is to inspire people to become informed and politically involved in decision making that effects our communities and our country. The series offers an opportunity for discussion between Americans with differing views.
This series was created by local award winning filmmaker Catherine Busch. This series runs May 1st through June 12th 11:30-1:00. This will be free to attend. Bring your lunch, meet others and let's talk. Doors open at 11:30, program starts promptly at Noon. Nevada County Media - 355 Crown Point Circle (behind Analog Devices)
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May 1st Uprooted - Stories of the immigration of Japanese people to the U.S., their integration into American society, and the ramifications of the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941
May 8th The Incarderation of Japanese Americans - Japanese American families, living in the “Exclusion Area” of the West Coast of the United States.
May 15th Go For Broke - The gradual involvement of Japanese-American men and women in the US armed forces after Pearl Harbor is presented in this program.
May 22nd The Return Home - The bittersweet return of the Japanese American families, at the end of 1945, was back to what had previously been called “the exclusion area.”
May 29th People Who Helped - Americans of all ages, races, ethnic backgrounds, and religious affiliations who responded to the needs of their Japanese American neighbors who were treated so unjustly and illegally by the US government.
June 5th Racism & Redress - the ever-present dilemma of racial exclusion in our country. The Civil Rights movement was to become the catalyst for the work on redress and monetary reparation to former Japanese internees.
June 12th Could this Happen Again - The framers challenge, when they created our country’s constitution, was for the citizens of our country to continue the work of the constitution by constantly moving toward a more just and perfect union.
Cell Phone Filmmaking Workshop
This one hour workshop is on the 1st Mondays @ 12:30-1:30 pm. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques using your cell phone for film and video projects. You MUST have a cell phone to participate. Workshop is limited to 6 people. Registration required. No drop-ins. Feb 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug 4, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Cost is $15. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
Presenting to the Camera Workshop
Presenting to the Camera Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 1st Tuesday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for presenting information directly to the camera. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to become part of the camera-ready talent pool at NCM.
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Cost is $15. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
We the People - Film & Discussion Series
This seven-part series was designed to be a thought provoking discussion, which is exactly what we will be doing. The goal of this series is to inspire people to become informed and politically involved in decision making that effects our communities and our country. The series offers an opportunity for discussion between Americans with differing views.
This series was created by local award winning filmmaker Catherine Busch. This series runs May 1st through June 12th 11:30-1:00. This will be free to attend. Bring your lunch, meet others and let's talk. Doors open at 11:30, program starts promptly at Noon. Nevada County Media - 355 Crown Point Circle (behind Analog Devices)
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May 8th The Incarderation of Japanese Americans - Japanese American families, living in the “Exclusion Area” of the West Coast of the United States.
May 15th Go For Broke - The gradual involvement of Japanese-American men and women in the US armed forces after Pearl Harbor is presented in this program.
May 22nd The Return Home - The bittersweet return of the Japanese American families, at the end of 1945, was back to what had previously been called “the exclusion area.”
May 29th People Who Helped - Americans of all ages, races, ethnic backgrounds, and religious affiliations who responded to the needs of their Japanese American neighbors who were treated so unjustly and illegally by the US government.
June 5th Racism & Redress - the ever-present dilemma of racial exclusion in our country. The Civil Rights movement was to become the catalyst for the work on redress and monetary reparation to former Japanese internees.
June 12th Could this Happen Again - The framers challenge, when they created our country’s constitution, was for the citizens of our country to continue the work of the constitution by constantly moving toward a more just and perfect union.
Scripted Acting Workshop
Scripted Acting Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 2nd Tuesday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for acting on camera. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to become part of the camera-ready talent pool at NCM. This workshop may include you acting in scenes with others.
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Cost is $15. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
We the People - Film & Discussion Series
This seven-part series was designed to be a thought provoking discussion, which is exactly what we will be doing. The goal of this series is to inspire people to become informed and politically involved in decision making that effects our communities and our country. The series offers an opportunity for discussion between Americans with differing views.
This series was created by local award winning filmmaker Catherine Busch. This series runs May 1st through June 12th 11:30-1:00. This will be free to attend. Bring your lunch, meet others and let's talk. Doors open at 11:30, program starts promptly at Noon. Nevada County Media - 355 Crown Point Circle (behind Analog Devices)
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May 15th Go For Broke - The gradual involvement of Japanese-American men and women in the US armed forces after Pearl Harbor is presented in this program.
May 22nd The Return Home - The bittersweet return of the Japanese American families, at the end of 1945, was back to what had previously been called “the exclusion area.”
May 29th People Who Helped - Americans of all ages, races, ethnic backgrounds, and religious affiliations who responded to the needs of their Japanese American neighbors who were treated so unjustly and illegally by the US government.
June 5th Racism & Redress - the ever-present dilemma of racial exclusion in our country. The Civil Rights movement was to become the catalyst for the work on redress and monetary reparation to former Japanese internees.
June 12th Could this Happen Again - The framers challenge, when they created our country’s constitution, was for the citizens of our country to continue the work of the constitution by constantly moving toward a more just and perfect union.
Voice Acting Workshop
Voice-Over Acting Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 3rd Monday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for narrative and commercial voice-overs. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to record a script for an actual NCN project (which will make good additions to your reel).
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Cost is $15. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
We the People - Film & Discussion Series
This seven-part series was designed to be a thought provoking discussion, which is exactly what we will be doing. The goal of this series is to inspire people to become informed and politically involved in decision making that effects our communities and our country. The series offers an opportunity for discussion between Americans with differing views.
This series was created by local award winning filmmaker Catherine Busch. This series runs May 1st through June 12th 11:30-1:00. This will be free to attend. Bring your lunch, meet others and let's talk. Doors open at 11:30, program starts promptly at Noon. Nevada County Media - 355 Crown Point Circle (behind Analog Devices)
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May 22nd The Return Home - The bittersweet return of the Japanese American families, at the end of 1945, was back to what had previously been called “the exclusion area.”
May 29th People Who Helped - Americans of all ages, races, ethnic backgrounds, and religious affiliations who responded to the needs of their Japanese American neighbors who were treated so unjustly and illegally by the US government.
June 5th Racism & Redress - the ever-present dilemma of racial exclusion in our country. The Civil Rights movement was to become the catalyst for the work on redress and monetary reparation to former Japanese internees.
June 12th Could this Happen Again - The framers challenge, when they created our country’s constitution, was for the citizens of our country to continue the work of the constitution by constantly moving toward a more just and perfect union.
We the People - Film & Discussion Series
This seven-part series was designed to be a thought provoking discussion, which is exactly what we will be doing. The goal of this series is to inspire people to become informed and politically involved in decision making that effects our communities and our country. The series offers an opportunity for discussion between Americans with differing views.
This series was created by local award winning filmmaker Catherine Busch. This series runs May 1st through June 12th 11:30-1:00. This will be free to attend. Bring your lunch, meet others and let's talk. Doors open at 11:30, program starts promptly at Noon. Nevada County Media - 355 Crown Point Circle (behind Analog Devices)
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May 29th People Who Helped - Americans of all ages, races, ethnic backgrounds, and religious affiliations who responded to the needs of their Japanese American neighbors who were treated so unjustly and illegally by the US government.
June 5th Racism & Redress - the ever-present dilemma of racial exclusion in our country. The Civil Rights movement was to become the catalyst for the work on redress and monetary reparation to former Japanese internees.
June 12th Could this Happen Again - The framers challenge, when they created our country’s constitution, was for the citizens of our country to continue the work of the constitution by constantly moving toward a more just and perfect union.
We the People - Film & Discussion Series
This seven-part series was designed to be a thought provoking discussion, which is exactly what we will be doing. The goal of this series is to inspire people to become informed and politically involved in decision making that effects our communities and our country. The series offers an opportunity for discussion between Americans with differing views.
This series was created by local award winning filmmaker Catherine Busch. This series runs May 1st through June 12th 11:30-1:00. This will be free to attend. Bring your lunch, meet others and let's talk. Doors open at 11:30, program starts promptly at Noon. Nevada County Media - 355 Crown Point Circle (behind Analog Devices)
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June 5th Racism & Redress - the ever-present dilemma of racial exclusion in our country. The Civil Rights movement was to become the catalyst for the work on redress and monetary reparation to former Japanese internees.
June 12th Could this Happen Again - The framers challenge, when they created our country’s constitution, was for the citizens of our country to continue the work of the constitution by constantly moving toward a more just and perfect union.
We the People - Film & Discussion Series
This seven-part series was designed to be a thought provoking discussion, which is exactly what we will be doing. The goal of this series is to inspire people to become informed and politically involved in decision making that effects our communities and our country. The series offers an opportunity for discussion between Americans with differing views.
This series was created by local award winning filmmaker Catherine Busch. This series runs May 1st through June 12th 11:30-1:00. This will be free to attend. Bring your lunch, meet others and let's talk. Doors open at 11:30, program starts promptly at Noon. Nevada County Media - 355 Crown Point Circle (behind Analog Devices)
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June 12th Could this Happen Again - The framers challenge, when they created our country’s constitution, was for the citizens of our country to continue the work of the constitution by constantly moving toward a more just and perfect union.
Podcasting Workshop
This 1 hour workshop is on the 4th Monday 12:30-1:30 pm each month. (except holidays) It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching how to do a podcast. It will include the recording of a short conversational episode. Workshop size is limited to 6 people. Registration required. No drop-ins.
March 24, April 28, June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. If you prefer one-on-one sessions contact our office. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
You will be contacted by our staff to schedule upon receipt of the request.
SMPTE Presentation - A Discussion on Artificial Intelligence
Please join Karl Paulsen, CPBE and SMPTE Fellow while he discusses in ‘human’ terms Artificial Intelligence. Karl’s presentation will include some history of AI, upcoming future concepts and infrastructure as well as how gen AI is possible for applications to media.
About the speaker:
Karl Paulsen recently retired after 50+ years in the industry and more recently as CTO for leading broadcast systems integrations firms in North America. Karl is an industry recognized subject matter expert (“SME”) in many facets of the media and entertainment technology industry where he consulted, designed, and led engineering teams in the development and implementation of mobile, studio, and production high definition television, including ATSC digital broadcasting, system automation, advanced media production systems including the managing of computer generated imaging (CGI) and special effects video production systems. He has contributed to The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) at various entities and levels including Walt Disney World® EPCOT, ESPN, Disney Cruise Line®, ABC Television Network, ABC News and ABC O&O stations for over 35 years. He was the creator and purveyor of Diversified’s “IP Roadshow”, a $1.7M transportable teaching and training laboratory that educated hundreds of broadcast engineers, organizations and sales teams worldwide in the newest SMPTE ST 2110 networking technologies for Media over IP.
Mr. Paulsen is a SMPTE Fellow, SBE Life Member, SBE Certified Professional Broadcast Engineer, and a member of the AES and IEEE. Throughout his career, Karl held positions of CTO, VP and Director of Engineering for leading systems integration firms in the US & Canada. As its Chief Engineer, he engineered and constructed the facilities & launched KTZZ-TV Channel 22, Seattle in 1985; later becoming VP Engineering and General Manager for CGI/VXF firm Digital Post & Graphics in 1989. His leadership and management of projects & consulting activities as a systems integrator include CNN, HBO, Turner, TNT, Discovery, IMF, Al Jazeera & TV stations including Sinclair Broadcast, ACME Television, & Nexstar.
Karl is an award-winning author having published articles for SMPTE’s Motion Imaging Journal, and his TV Tech magazine series ‘Media Servers and Storage Technologies’ dating back to 1992 which has yielded over 300 articles on the state & future of media technologies for the digital age. He latest series now include ‘a CloudSpotter’s Journal’ and “AI Outlook”.
Non-members and guests are welcome to attend.
SMPTE annual memberships information are available on line at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/c7fcf535/2h77_VLjnkG8BwJ4STQ0Ig?u=https://www.smpte.org/individual-membership
Member Potluck - Getting to Know Each Other
Grab a friend and join us for a very casual get together potluck. You bring a dish, we supply the plates, napkins, and utensils. This month the theme is St Patty’s Day (Irish dishes). We don’t need to know what your bringing, just bring something. Membership not required for your guest/s.
Nevada County Now Volunteer Event
If you are looking to get involved with your community…..then this may just the thing you are looking for. Nevada County Now is our flagship project that not only delivers news to the community, but helps people learn all of the aspects of live television, and all that goes into producing it. NCM is looking for folks who are wishing to volunteer in front and behind the camera. It is the ultimate volunteer project that benefits all of the community. Simply show up and audition or chat with us about how to get involved.
Below are the positions we are seeking:
Nightly News Hosts - The “news host” role for the nightly news is the person that is delivering the information, as well as introducing and chatting with guests. We have both regular and guest host positions.
Segment Host - The “segment host” covers art, music, stage, events, sports, history, and more. Host roles include delivering information about that topic, as well as lining up guests to speak with in their particular segment.
Interview Host - This is for individuals who like doing a bit of research about people and then chatting with them about a variety of topics. These are much longer interviews than those scheduled for the nightly news and usually touch on the tougher topics.
Small Town Stories Storyteller - This is for individuals who like telling a story about a person or topic. They are the person behind story. This role helps write the copy for the stories, as well as works with the field crew to capture the story, and the editor to help record the voice-over to bring it together.
Graphics Guru - This position is for those who like creating the look of a project. The needs are fairly simple and usually require a fast turn around.
Episode Producer Trainee - If you are someone who would like to learn what it takes to put together a “live recorded” news show, well look no further. This is both rewarding and a pretty easy process.
Field Crew - If you are someone who wants to help gather b-roll or shoot field interviews, this is a fun project to volunteer your time on.
Studio Crew - If you would like to volunteer but have no clue what your doing, no worries…….NCN is a program that unites people of all skill sets. The program always needs researchers, writers, greeters, and runners.
Promotional - If you are someone who likes spreading the word, then this is a perfect project for you. It includes everything from writing promo scripts, to passing out “how to watch” cards at events.
Please do not wear green if you are coming for an on-camera screening.
Volunteers receive a free membership and hours are eligible for our volunteer swap program.
IF YOU HAVE A DESIRE TO GET INVOLVED BUT DON’T KNOW HOW YOU FIR IN, SHOW UP TO THIS CASTING CALL.
Voice Acting Workshop
Voice-Over Acting Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 3rd Monday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for narrative and commercial voice-overs. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to record a script for an actual NCN project (which will make good additions to your reel).
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. If you prefer one-on-one sessions contact our office. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
You will be contacted by our staff to schedule upon receipt of the request.
NCN News Production & Pitch Meeting
Join us for this weekly news production meeting. This is where stories and ideas are discussed. It is open to current and new contributors. Grab a friend and bring your lunch if you wish.
Nevada County Now is a series of projects that are based on facts. The Nightly News, Home Town Stories, and Interviews are all part of this project. Your contribution and participation helps grow this project.
In this meeting everyone will be given 30 seconds to pitch their story. If approved, stories are then placed in the queue. There will be time for updates on stories in the works, as well as any new developments with the overall project.
March Dates: 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27
Scripted Acting Workshop
Scripted Acting Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 2nd Tuesday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for acting on camera. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to become part of the camera-ready talent pool at NCM. This workshop may include you acting in scenes with others.
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. If you prefer one-on-one sessions contact our office. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
You will be contacted by our staff to schedule upon receipt of the request.
NCN News Production & Pitch Meeting
Join us for this weekly news production meeting. This is where stories and ideas are discussed. It is open to current and new contributors. Grab a friend and bring your lunch if you wish.
Nevada County Now is a series of projects that are based on facts. The Nightly News, Home Town Stories, and Interviews are all part of this project. Your contribution and participation helps grow this project.
In this meeting everyone will be given 30 seconds to pitch their story. If approved, stories are then placed in the queue. There will be time for updates on stories in the works, as well as any new developments with the overall project.
March Dates: 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27
Presenting to the Camera Workshop
Presenting to the Camera Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 1st Tuesday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for presenting information directly to the camera. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to become part of the camera-ready talent pool at NCM.
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. If you prefer one-on-one sessions contact our office. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
You will be contacted by our staff to schedule upon receipt of the request.
Actors Workshop & Meetup
Grab a friend and join us at this super fun workshop. It is on the 1st Monday each month @ 4:30-6:30.
It is a bit different than our one hour, very small acting workshop, where we do some one-on-one coaching. This workshop accomidates a larger group and participants interact with with each other (rather than being individually coached like in our smaller workshops, although yes, there is some coaching involved in this one). We also will sometimes have speakers for part of these. They are a great way to learn, while also connecting with others. This is a hands-on workshop that covers voice and on-camera acting.
These have a small fee and are open to everyone in the community. This one you can just drop-in, no registration required. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
Please note that entry will not be permitted after 15 minutes of the workshop start time.
Cell Phone Filmmaking Workshop
This one hour workshop is on the 1st Mondays @ 12:30-1:30 pm. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques using your cell phone for film and video projects. You MUST have a cell phone to participate. Workshop is limited to 6 people. Registration required. No drop-ins. Feb 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug 4, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. If you prefer one-on-one sessions contact our office. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
You will be contacted by our staff to schedule upon receipt of the request.
Thru the Lens Submissions
Create something and get it seen on the big screen. This free program is open to all in Nevada County and surrounding communities. Submissions are accepted all year long for various theater presentations.
All ages welcome. Create music videos, stop motion and animation pieces, short movies and more. These can be submitted M-Thur 10-4.
Podcasting Workshop
This 1 hour workshop is on the 4th Monday 12:30-1:30 pm each month. (except holidays) It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching how to do a podcast. It will include the recording of a short conversational episode. Workshop size is limited to 6 people. Registration required. No drop-ins.
Feb 24, March 24, April 28, June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. If you prefer one-on-one sessions contact our office. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
You will be contacted by our staff to schedule upon receipt of the request.
NCN News Production & Pitch Meeting
Join us for this weekly news production meeting. This is where stories and ideas are discussed. It is open to current and new contributors. Grab a friend and bring your lunch if you wish.
Nevada County Now is a series of projects that are based on facts. The Nightly News, Home Town Stories, and Interviews are all part of this project. Your contribution and participation helps grow this project.
In this meeting everyone will be given 30 seconds to pitch their story. If approved, stories are then placed in the queue. There will be time for updates on stories in the works, as well as any new developments with the overall project.
Feb Dates: 2/6, 2/13 & 2/20
Member Potluck - Getting to Know Each Other
Grab a friend and join us for a very casual get together potluck. You bring a dish, we supply the plates, napkins, and utensils. This month the theme is Soups, Salds, and Breads. We don’t need to know what your bringing, just bring something. Membership not required for your guest/s.
Nevada County Now Volunteer Event
If you are looking to get involved with your community…..then this may just the thing you are looking for. Nevada County Now is our flagship project that not only delivers news to the community, but helps people learn all of the aspects of live television, and all that goes into producing it. NCM is looking for folks who are wishing to volunteer in front and behind the camera. It is the ultimate volunteer project that benefits all of the community. Simply show up and audition or chat with us about how to get involved.
Below are the positions we are seeking:
Nightly News Hosts - The “news host” role for the nightly news is the person that is delivering the information, as well as introducing and chatting with guests. We have both regular and guest host positions.
Segment Host - The “segment host” covers art, music, stage, events, sports, history, and more. Host roles include delivering information about that topic, as well as lining up guests to speak with in their particular segment.
Interview Host - This is for individuals who like doing a bit of research about people and then chatting with them about a variety of topics. These are much longer interviews than those scheduled for the nightly news and usually touch on the tougher topics.
Small Town Stories Storyteller - This is for individuals who like telling a story about a person or topic. They are the person behind story. This role helps write the copy for the stories, as well as works with the field crew to capture the story, and the editor to help record the voice-over to bring it together.
Graphics Guru - This position is for those who like creating the look of a project. The needs are fairly simple and usually require a fast turn around.
Episode Producer Trainee - If you are someone who would like to learn what it takes to put together a “live recorded” news show, well look no further. This is both rewarding and a pretty easy process.
Field Crew - If you are someone who wants to help gather b-roll or shoot field interviews, this is a fun project to volunteer your time on.
Studio Crew - If you would like to volunteer but have no clue what your doing, no worries…….NCN is a program that unites people of all skill sets. The program always needs researchers, writers, greeters, and runners.
Promotional - If you are someone who likes spreading the word, then this is a perfect project for you. It includes everything from writing promo scripts, to passing out “how to watch” cards at events.
Please do not wear green if you are coming for an on-camera screening.
Volunteers receive a free membership and hours are eligible for our volunteer swap program.
IF YOU HAVE A DESIRE TO GET INVOLVED BUT DON’T KNOW HOW YOU FIR IN, SHOW UP TO THIS CASTING CALL.
Voice Acting Workshop
Voice-Over Acting Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 3rd Monday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for narrative and commercial voice-overs. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to join the voice ready talent pool, which works on a variety of projects.
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. If you prefer one-on-one sessions contact our office. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
You will be contacted by our staff to schedule upon receipt of the request.
NCN News Production & Pitch Meeting
Join us for this weekly news production meeting. This is where stories and ideas are discussed. It is open to current and new contributors. Grab a friend and bring your lunch if you wish.
Nevada County Now is a series of projects that are based on facts. The Nightly News, Home Town Stories, and Interviews are all part of this project. Your contribution and participation helps grow this project.
In this meeting everyone will be given 30 seconds to pitch their story. If approved, stories are then placed in the queue. There will be time for updates on stories in the works, as well as any new developments with the overall project.
Feb Dates: 2/6, 2/13 & 2/20
SMPTE - Best Practices for Live Stream Distribution
Does it seem like new streaming services are popping up almost daily? Well, you’re right; they are. And each with its own unique requirements for live streams they want to receive. All of these live stream destinations, each with its own set of variables, make it virtually impossible to automate the management of these streams.
Fortunately, a group within SMPTE has been working on an effort to try to fix this. We believe it is possible to rationalize and simplify these variables with a set of best practices. We also believe it’s possible to close some of the security holes that exist in today’s world of live stream distribution.
This SMPTE group will establish a set of Best Practices for Live Stream Distribution to simplify the process of standing up, securing, and maintaining live streams sent from content providers to streaming services. In this presentation, we’ll talk about what’s being done, who’s involved, and how to get involved.
About the speaker:
Chris Lennon serves in Ross Video’s Office of the CTO as Director, Standards Strategy. He is responsible for Ross’ activities in standards and trade organizations, as well as its global thought leadership program. Chris also serves as Executive Director of the Open Services Alliance (OSA), a global industry organization focused on interoperability among microservice oriented media systems, now a part of SMPTE’s Rapid Industry Solutions. The OSA produced the media industry’s first microservices standards and continues to lead the way in this rapidly evolving area.
Chris has held a variety of leadership positions in the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE), including Standards Director, Western US Governor, Local Section Chair, and Chair of multiple Technology Committees. He is a SMPTE Fellow and recipient of SMPTE’s prestigious 2008 Citation. He currently is a manager of the SMPTE Rocky Mountain Section and serves on the IABM Board.
Non-members and guests are welcome to attend. SMPTE annual memberships information are available on line at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/c7fcf535/2h77_VLjnkG8BwJ4STQ0Ig?u=https://www.smpte.org/individual-membership
One Day Giveaway
It’s spring cleaning time at NCM. Stop y from 10-3 and pick-up something from our free pile. There are all kinds of great items. Furniture, clothes, games, and much more.
NCN News Production & Pitch Meeting
Join us for this weekly news production meeting. This is where stories and ideas are discussed. It is open to current and new contributors. Grab a friend and bring your lunch if you wish.
Nevada County Now is a series of projects that are based on facts. The Nightly News, Home Town Stories, and Interviews are all part of this project. Your contribution and participation helps grow this project.
In this meeting everyone will be given 30 seconds to pitch their story. If approved, stories are then placed in the queue. There will be time for updates on stories in the works, as well as any new developments with the overall project.
Feb Dates: 2/6, 2/13 & 2/20
Cell Phone Filmmaking Workshop
This one hour workshop is on the 1st Mondays @ 12:30-1:30 pm. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques using your cell phone for film and video projects. You MUST have a cell phone to participate. Workshop is limited to 6 people. Registration required. No drop-ins. Feb 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug 4, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. If you prefer one-on-one sessions contact our office. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
You will be contacted by our staff to schedule upon receipt of the request.
Thru the Lens Submissions
Create something and get it seen on the big screen. This free program is open to all in Nevada County and surrounding communities. Submissions are accepted all year long for various theater presentations.
All ages welcome. Create music videos, stop motion and animation pieces, short movies and more. These can be submitted M-Thur 10-4.
Getting to Know You Commercial Recording
Don’t wait to get signed up to record your 30 second commercial.
You write the script, we do the rest. This is open to all businesses, nonprofits, and individuals in the community. NCM members are free, others pay $75. NCM will use stock music and stock images (or your supplied quality images), combined with your message to produce a simple video that you can use how you wish. This is a super economical way to get a proffessionaly produced video for your website or social media. Check out our sample
There are limited slots, so don’t miss out on this tremendous offer. Send us a message and we will reach out with a recording time.
Podcasting Workshops
This 1 hour workshop is on the 4th Monday 12:30-1:30 pm each month. (except holidays) It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching how to do a podcast. It will include the recording of a short conversational episode. Workshop size is limited to 6 people. Registration required. No drop-ins.
Jan 27, Feb 24, March 24, April 28, June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. If you prefer one-on-one sessions contact our office. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
You will be contacted by our staff to schedule upon receipt of the request.
Voice Acting Workshop
Voice-Over Acting Workshop - This 1 hour workshop is on the 3rd Monday each month. It is a hands-on workshop that will be teaching a variety of techniques for narrative and commercial voice-overs. Workshop size is limited. Registration is required. No drop-ins. From this workshop people MAY be invited to record a script for an actual NCN project (which will make good additions to your reel).
Our group classes & workshops are open to all in the community and are a great way to learn new skills at an affordable rate. Members are $15, and non-members are $25. If you prefer one-on-one sessions contact our office. Payment will be collected upon arrival.
You will be contacted by our staff to schedule upon receipt of the request.
Nevada County Now Volunteer Event
If you are looking to get involved with your community…..then this may just the thing you are looking for. Nevada County Now is our flagship project that not only delivers news to the community, but helps people learn all of the aspects of live television, and all that goes into producing it. NCM is looking for folks who are wishing to volunteer in front and behind the camera. It is the ultimate volunteer project that benefits all of the community. Simply show up and audition or chat with us about how to get involved.
Below are the positions we are seeking:
Nightly News Hosts - The “news host” role for the nightly news is the person that is delivering the information, as well as introducing and chatting with guests. We have both regular and guest host positions.
Segment Host - The “segment host” covers art, music, stage, events, sports, history, and more. Host roles include delivering information about that topic, as well as lining up guests to speak with in their particular segment.
Interview Host - This is for individuals who like doing a bit of research about people and then chatting with them about a variety of topics. These are much longer interviews than those scheduled for the nightly news and usually touch on the tougher topics.
Small Town Stories Storyteller - This is for individuals who like telling a story about a person or topic. They are the person behind story. This role helps write the copy for the stories, as well as works with the field crew to capture the story, and the editor to help record the voice-over to bring it together.
Graphics Guru - This position is for those who like creating the look of a project. The needs are fairly simple and usually require a fast turn around.
Episode Producer Trainee - If you are someone who would like to learn what it takes to put together a “live recorded” news show, well look no further. This is both rewarding and a pretty easy process.
Field Crew - If you are someone who wants to help gather b-roll or shoot field interviews, this is a fun project to volunteer your time on.
Studio Crew - If you would like to volunteer but have no clue what your doing, no worries…….NCN is a program that unites people of all skill sets. The program always needs researchers, writers, greeters, and runners.
Promotional - If you are someone who likes spreading the word, then this is a perfect project for you. It includes everything from writing promo scripts, to passing out “how to watch” cards at events.
Please do not wear green if you are coming for an on-camera screening.
Volunteers receive a free membership and hours are eligible for our volunteer swap program.
IF YOU HAVE A DESIRE TO GET INVOLVED BUT DON’T KNOW HOW YOU FIR IN, SHOW UP TO THIS CASTING CALL.
Free Individual Membership Sale
January is Free Individual Membership Month.
Grab a friend, stop by for a tour Mondays thru Thursdays between 11-3 and pick up a free individual membership. Must register for membership in-person.
Thru the Lens Submissions
Create something and get it seen on the big screen. This free program is open to all in Nevada County and surrounding communities. Submissions are accepted all year long for various theater presentations.
All ages welcome. Create music videos, stop motion and animation pieces, short movies and more. These can be submitted M-Thur 10-4.
NCM Holiday Gathering
Grab your family and friends and come to a fun holiday gathering with the NCM team. Meet us at prosperity lanes for a (pay your own way) bowling excursion. There will be prizes and lots of laughter.
