New Final Cut Pro

Apple's new version of Final Cut Pro is receiving early positive reviews! We're not getting it at MHS, but new versions are out there.

RTDNA story on "The Business"

Thinking of getting into Journalism? It's not the easiest field to break into, but if your passion is Radio/TV/Internet/News, etc, there are opportunities waiting for you.

Mr. Butler

Finding your passion, and contributing to your group

Students,

At the beginning of the year I talked about how you wouldn't have to master every area of TV and Radio production. We talked about finding a crew position which really excites you. As we continue our video projects this year, I urge you to become passionate about one or two areas of the production. This will enrich the group setting and lead to wonderful packages.

That being said, do not rule out or shy away from an area in which you are not currently comfortable. I know that editing seems difficult, but Final Cut Pro is a forgiving editing system which is easy to master and will benefit you throughout your high school career. As more and more classes at MHS allow video projects for assignments, think how wonderful it will be when you turn in an engaging, informative video presentation.

Mr. B

As we head into the second half of the year!

Broadcasting students,

As we head into the second half of this rapidly moving school year, I have been very impressed by the progress you have all made since September.

Who would have thought back in September when many of us went out to the football field to learn the equipment we would be at the stage where we are now shooting, editing, and producing quality video presentations.

I will still preach PRODUCTION VALUES to all of you. Many projects have had good video and poor audio. Audio is as important as video, and sometimes even more important. The second a viewer watches a story and there is poor audio quality, they immediately tune out. All of your hard work on the video side is now overlooked by the poor audio.

Another thing I am noticing is your dependence on utilization of the green screen and internet sources for your work. They sometimes are important elements, however, they should NEVER be the main focus of your work. Use them sparingly, as needed, to enhance your production not dominate it.

When creating a video, concentrate on all facets of the piece; Camerawork, audio, special effects (don't overuse them!), colorization,  transitions (choose wisely here!), scriptwriting, and clean, effective editing.

Remember, the mastery of this equipment and form of communication will allow you to create special video assignments for other classes. And on this note, please do not tell a teacher at MHS you can complete a video assignment for a project if you are not capable. It is not my job to help you with a non-broadcasting assignment. Learn the tricks of the trade in your broadcasting class, then dazzle teachers with your class projects.

Mr. Butler

Interesting Website, "The Young and the Digital"

Great info on technology and youth.