Digital Media Commons (DMC) workshops are free and designed to introduce students, faculty, and staff to available software, services, and facilities. Follow the links below to jump to descriptions of our workshops, and to register for available sessions.

Audio, Video, & Print Workshops
Digital Media Commons Orientation
Introduction to iMovie & DMC Multimedia Workrooms
Introduction to Final Cut Pro & DMC Multimedia Workrooms
Advanced Final Cut Pro Workshop
Audio Software & Facilities Orientations
Creating Professional-looking Conference Posters

Digital Media Commons Orientation
Offered daily at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM on a walk-in basis at our GroundWorks Lab on the first floor of the Duderstadt Center. NO NEED TO REGISTER. The Digital Media Commons Orientation is for users who wish to learn about DMC resources and gain access to DMC keyed resources such as the Multimedia Workrooms and the V-Room (Audio/Video Recording Booth). This half-hour orientation will cover the policies and procedures, key check-out, hardware/software configuration, and media consultation services. NOTE: Orientations are included in the Intro to iMovie and Intro to Final Cut Pro workshops as well.

Introduction to iMovie & DMC Multimedia Workrooms [register now]
This hands-on workshop will introduce participants to the non-linear video editing suites available from the Digital Media Commons at the Duderstadt Center. The training will cover iMovie, including digitizing, basic editing, title creation, applying effects and exporting. At the end of the workshop participants will be granted authorization to use the Multimedia Workrooms and V-Room. Once authorized, users can reserve time and access the tools needed for video editing and DVD creation.

Introduction to Final Cut Pro & DMC Multimedia Workrooms [register now]
This hands-on workshop will introduce participants to the non-linear video editing suites available from the Digital Media Commons at the Duderstadt Center. The training will cover key concepts and functions of the Final Cut Pro application and supporting hardware, including configuring, digitizing, editing, title creation, effects, batch digitizing, media management and outputting back to tape. At the end of the workshop participants will be granted authorization to use the Multimedia Workrooms and V-Room. Once authorized, users can reserve time and access the tools needed for video editing and DVD creation.

Advanced Final Cut Pro Workshop [register now]
This hands-on orientation is for individuals familiar with the basic operations and features of Final Cut Pro as demonstrated in the "Introduction to Final Cut Pro" workshop. Training covers advanced features and tools including log & capture techniques, batch capturing, advanced media management (in the browser), working with multiple sequences & nesting, multi-layered still images, advanced trim & roll tools, effects and titles. Exporting to DVD applications such as iDVD and DVD Studio Pro will also be covered.

The last hour will be a question & answer session focusing on specific needs of the participants. (Completion of this session does not grant access to the Multimedia Workrooms. Please attend one of our other sessions for this authorization.)

Audio Software & Facilities Orientations
The following classes must be taken in the order listed below and will give you access to the Multimedia Rooms, EMS A & B, and the Audio Studio, respectively. Below is an outline of each course:

DMC101 Music Production and DAW's - [register now]
Using Logic Pro, this hands on course teaches the concepts of music production and the power of using a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). Instruction is given in Logic Pro, but many of the concepts can be used in any DAW, including Pro Tools, Sonar, Live, Cubase, etc. Basic audio and production terminology will be discussed and these concepts are the foundation of topics covered in DMC Audio 201, 202 and 301. Students will begin with software basics and move on to more advanced topics like beat mapping or cutting to a sampler. Be sure to bring a pair of headphones. After completing this session, access is granted to the Multimedia Workrooms and the VRoom (audio recording booth in GroundWorks).

DMC201 Electronic Music Studio A - [register now] After completion of DMC Audio 101, users may continue their training with Electronic Music Studio (EMS) A. Instruction is given on how to use this novice studio space that focuses on composition and mixing to picture. The course is taught by taking the signal flow concepts covered in DMC Audio 101 and teaching them from the perspective of an analog console. This will allow students the flexibility of using digital, analog or hybrid work flows. The training consists of an introductory class and lab time with your instructor to practice using the equipment in EMS A..

DMC202 Electronic Music Studio B - [register now] After completion of DMC Audio 201, users may continue their training with Electronic Music Studio (EMS) B. This is a more advanced studio and users will learn advanced signal routing. The course is taught using a large format analog console which allows students the flexibility for more advanced composition, mixing and mastering work.

DMC301 Audio Studio - [register now] This multiple day course expands upon the concepts and practices of DMC Audio 202 and provides participants with the skills necessary to operate the Audio Studio. Signal flow will be revisited and built upon. The Audio Studio is a larger facility than the Electronic Music Studios and there are several concepts to learn when expanding to the larger studio. Students will get hands-on experience with recording musicians in separate rooms, creating headphone mixes and apply advanced production techniques.

Creating Professional-looking Conference Posters [register now]
In this workshop, participants will use Adobe Illustrator to learn how to create high quality, eye-catching posters. Participants will learn techniques for organizing materials and printing their poster on the Duderstadt Center's large-format color printer.

Contact dc-training@umich.edu for more information.