Member Orientation

All members are required to review the following information. If you wish to create content please make sure you sign up for the Studio Certification class. Think of our membership like a gym membership. Producers, directors, production help, hosts, performers, and repeated guests must become members if they wish to utilize the NCM facility and tools.

Orientation Information:

  • Only members can operate equipment. Members must be certified to use Studio B PRIOR to use. Other projects that require multi-camera, live editing, streaming, or the other studio spaces for larger productions must utilize the NCM team. See pricing for details. 

  • Schedule use in advance (3-4 days) via the website. Keep in mind that Wednesdays will never be approved. The best days are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursdays for member DIY use. We will respond with a confirmation.

  • If you wish to use the lounge to work or hang out in. it doesn’t require booking however it may not be quiet.

  • Members can also use the facility for meetings, events, and workshops. See pricing details.

  • Bring your own USB (2.0 or 3.0) drive (not a thumb drive) to work from and or to transfer content to if using an edit room.

  • If you wish to record and leave. Bring your own SD cards 90mbs or higher for the camera/s and audio recorder.

  • No Downloading or inappropriate surfing on computers.

  • No food & drink in edit rooms.

  • If you are unsure or need help, ASK. We are happy to help.

  • Common courtesy & respect. Put things back where they belong.

  • See something wrong? Fix it or report it.

  • Workshops, Classes, Meetups, and Events - Most are free to members (register online). Check our calendar.

  • Uploading Content - Telvue connect. On our watch now page. Use our user/password.

  • Join the mailing list. Newsletter will come via email at the end of the month (check junk folder).

  • Members are not permitted to solicit our interns and staff directly for work (paid or otherwise). Requests for help on projects must be submitted via the NCM website or by speaking with Stephanie or Ramona. NCM offers a variety of services at a discount to members. Some are even free.

Getting Started