Non-linear Editing Suite

Editing

MNN offers both linear and non-linear editing suites.

Linear

Each linear suite has a character generator for titling, fading to black, and inserting jpeg stills. In each suite, you may choose between one of two source decks, and edit onto a DVCAM or S-VHS master using a Sony PVE 500 edit controller. All decks are equipped to read time code, and all suites have an audio mixer, a cassette deck, and a CD player for audio. No classes currently available for linear suites. Must have prior knowledge for test-out.

Non-Linear

Each non-linear station has either a G4 or G5 Macintosh computer, a larger screen monitor, and a DV/DVCAM player/record deck. These stations come complete with iMovie, Final Cut Pro, as well as support graphics and audio programs. Certification(s) needed: iMovie, Final Cut Pro, Livetype

Dubbing/Transfer Stations

The dubbing and transfer rooms are available for producers to make copies of their programs or to transfer clips for editing or roll-ins. These stations are not intended for personal use.

The Dubbing Station

If your source is a DVD or if you want to make multiple (up to three) copies onto Mini-DV or S(VHS), this is the station for you. This station currently contains DV/DVCAM, S(VHS), and DVD sources. The record decks consist of 3 VHS/DV combo decks and one DVD-R deck.

The Transfer Station

This station is used for transferring from one format to another. The source decks include (S)VHS, DV/DVCAM, DV w/Time code, analog Hi-8, and an International Standards Converter (PAL/SECAM SVHS.) The record decks consist of 3 VHS/DV combo decks and one DVD-R deck.

MNN Conference Room

MNN has a conference room that is primarily used for MNN business, but is also available for producer use. Producers must have completed the following: Orientation, at least one training certification, and Producer's Workshop. They also must have an active project. This room is designed for group meetings and has a large conference table.

**Please note that the conference room may be booked for a maximum of four hours for the purposes of supporting a program. Auditions are not allowed unless producers can provide proof that it is directly related to the content of a program. Producers wishing to reserve it for purposes other than meetings must obtain permission from the Director or Assistant Director of Production.