University Teaching & Learning Center
Video Production
Duplication
The UTLC can copy videotapes in NTSC (USA standard) and PAL/SECAM (European) formats. Personnel of the UTLC will provide these services for instructional purposes within the limits of the copyright laws. The faculty member or department will be responsible for the cost of the tape. The UTLC cannot copy an out-of-region DVD to create an in-region-DVD and we cannot copy any “copy protected” DVD. The UTLC will create DVDs from digital video materials originally produced by the UTLC, and will capture video clips for use in distance learning.
Classroom Taping
The UTLC will provide camcorders and tripods to instructors for the taping of class sessions and/or guest speakers for archival or instructional purposes. Tapes may be purchased at the circulation desk. UTLC staff will train the instructor or a designated student in the use of camcorders.
Video Production
The UTLC has a TV studio with professional lighting, sound, and video equipment. The studio is available for interviews, small panel discussions, dramatic vignettes, etc. The UTLC also has field recording capabilities in digital as well as S-VHS format. Field tapes may be combined with studio production in the creation of edited programs. UTLC staff provide production engineering and assistance in the scripting and planning of these projects. The videotaping of any campus sponsored event or speaker is subject to production charges.
Audio/Video Editing
The UTLC has a non-linear video editing system and video capture equipment for producing video and video clips. Audio editing equipment is also available. The UTLC can work with faculty to produce video for inclusion in classroom presentations and for web delivery, and for standard playback. Video and audio can be produced on UTLC and CD media. Video and audio format conversion is offered. Please contact Michael Carter at 334-5287 for more information.
Copyright Law
It is illegal to copy all or any part of a videotape or to tape programming off-air or off-satellite without the written permission of the holder of the copyright. For off-air and off-satellite taping, the UTLC will provide the tape and will control the circulation for preview to ensure strict compliance with the copyright laws. Copyright law allows recording of off-air programs for instructional purposes during broadcast for use once per class during the 10 days following the broadcast date. The tape can be retained in the UTLC an additional 35 days for purchase consideration. After a total of 45 days the program must be erased or purchased.For a more detailed explanation of copyright and its application to media production and use, see the copyright discussion at www.ala.org.
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
134 McIver Building
Greensboro, NC 27402-6170
VOICE 336.334.5078
FAX 336.334.3014
EMAIL utlc@uncg.edu