The last time we saw volunteer Chris Richmond he was suspended in a bucket truck over Highway 40 helping us broadcast the Richmond Bicentennial Parade. I think he's finally forgiven us.Wednesday, November 08, 2006
Behind the Camera 2
The last time we saw volunteer Chris Richmond he was suspended in a bucket truck over Highway 40 helping us broadcast the Richmond Bicentennial Parade. I think he's finally forgiven us.
More from the Control Room
John Schuerman captures me in all of my open-mouthed confusion during the waning hours of a long night of live election coverage.Democracy in Action
Another great night of broadcasting ends. Thanks to everyone who has told me since how much they enjoyed our expanded election night coverage.Tuesday, October 17, 2006
"Community Benefits" Live TV Auction
The Second Annual “Community Benefits” Live Television Auction will be held Friday, December 8 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on WCTV Channel 21. Whitewater Community Television is again partnering with the Richmond/Wayne County Chamber of Commerce and SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) at Indiana University East to produce the Auction. Watch Channel 21 in the coming weeks for more information and to see items up for bid that evening.
Businesses who wish to donate items for the Auction will receive on-air credit before and during the Auction. Contact 973-8488 for more information.
Businesses who wish to donate items for the Auction will receive on-air credit before and during the Auction. Contact 973-8488 for more information.
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
September 2006 Board Minutes
Call to Order - 11:00 a.m. by Vice-President Mark Linderman.
Present: Willard Brown, Daryl Greene, Ed Hoffman, Mark Linderman, Jerome Mahaffey, Eric Marsh, Barb Mayberry, Sharon Palmer, Jeff Plasterer, Billy Porch, Phil Quinn and Stephanie Strait. Staff: John Dalton and Diane Lucas.
Approval of Minutes
The Board unanimously accepted the minutes of the August 8, 2006 meeting.
Treasurer’s Report
Jeff Plasterer went over the financial report dated July 31, 2006. The interest income continues to exceed expectations; everything else is on target. Jeff Plasterer moved to accept the financial report with Ed Hoffman giving the second, and the motion passed unanimously.
Director’s Report
The Lottery went very well and we have only five open hours in our schedule. The picnic following the Lottery was a success, with Kroger and Richmond Baking Company donating food. The American Legion cooked hot dogs and James “Iceman” Patterson served as DJ.
WCTV successfully aired its first live parade, using three cameras and a bucket truck from RPL. RPL also underwrote the event.
We also did our first high school football game, Centerville vs Lincoln. John Dalton said he had around a dozen emails with positive comments awaiting him the following morning. The next game will most likely be Hagerstown vs Centerville. RHS said “no” to our taping their homecoming game.
Regarding the question of going to a “once a year” lottery, the response ran 2 to 1 in favor of once a year. About a dozen people responded to our mailing. Phil Quinn moved to table the issue, giving time for further investigation.
WCTV’s “Boot Camp” will be taught through the Extended Learning Department of IU East.
John again circulated the list of previous members and talking points, hoping that the board might know someone on the list and be able to encourage renewal of membership.
WCTV is working on a DVD to send to the top businesses in our area.
Old Business
The fundraising committee met, and Phil Quinn talked about a potential dart tourney. The committee will meet again to discuss particulars. Phil Quinn suggested that we might push the dart tournament to the spring.
John Dalton noted that an auction could be much improved from the last one. The Chamber of Commerce would secure donations and Tim Scales class would help with the telephones and more. A potential date would be in December. Daryl Greene moved to endorse the auction with Ed Hoffman giving the second. The motion was approved.
The Controversial Programming guidelines have been updated and will be finalized at next month’s exec meeting.
New Business
Ed Hoffman encouraged board members to become more “hands-on” in the studio.
Good of the Order
John Dalton thanked everyone for their help with the picnic, lottery and football game recently.
Adjournment - 12:05 p.m.
Present: Willard Brown, Daryl Greene, Ed Hoffman, Mark Linderman, Jerome Mahaffey, Eric Marsh, Barb Mayberry, Sharon Palmer, Jeff Plasterer, Billy Porch, Phil Quinn and Stephanie Strait. Staff: John Dalton and Diane Lucas.
Approval of Minutes
The Board unanimously accepted the minutes of the August 8, 2006 meeting.
Treasurer’s Report
Jeff Plasterer went over the financial report dated July 31, 2006. The interest income continues to exceed expectations; everything else is on target. Jeff Plasterer moved to accept the financial report with Ed Hoffman giving the second, and the motion passed unanimously.
Director’s Report
The Lottery went very well and we have only five open hours in our schedule. The picnic following the Lottery was a success, with Kroger and Richmond Baking Company donating food. The American Legion cooked hot dogs and James “Iceman” Patterson served as DJ.
WCTV successfully aired its first live parade, using three cameras and a bucket truck from RPL. RPL also underwrote the event.
We also did our first high school football game, Centerville vs Lincoln. John Dalton said he had around a dozen emails with positive comments awaiting him the following morning. The next game will most likely be Hagerstown vs Centerville. RHS said “no” to our taping their homecoming game.
Regarding the question of going to a “once a year” lottery, the response ran 2 to 1 in favor of once a year. About a dozen people responded to our mailing. Phil Quinn moved to table the issue, giving time for further investigation.
WCTV’s “Boot Camp” will be taught through the Extended Learning Department of IU East.
John again circulated the list of previous members and talking points, hoping that the board might know someone on the list and be able to encourage renewal of membership.
WCTV is working on a DVD to send to the top businesses in our area.
Old Business
The fundraising committee met, and Phil Quinn talked about a potential dart tourney. The committee will meet again to discuss particulars. Phil Quinn suggested that we might push the dart tournament to the spring.
John Dalton noted that an auction could be much improved from the last one. The Chamber of Commerce would secure donations and Tim Scales class would help with the telephones and more. A potential date would be in December. Daryl Greene moved to endorse the auction with Ed Hoffman giving the second. The motion was approved.
The Controversial Programming guidelines have been updated and will be finalized at next month’s exec meeting.
New Business
Ed Hoffman encouraged board members to become more “hands-on” in the studio.
Good of the Order
John Dalton thanked everyone for their help with the picnic, lottery and football game recently.
Adjournment - 12:05 p.m.
Monday, October 02, 2006
Friday Night Lights, Part 1
Director Stephanie Frame gets ready for the kickoff at the Hagerstown vs. Centerville game Friday night.
Spaghetti Junction
It takes a lot of cable to put on a football game, as seen here. We set up in a garage behind the stadium to stay out of the elements. Our camera people on the roof of the press box weren't so lucky.
Play By Play
Caleb Walters and A.J. Alexander call the shots from the press box, with floor director Sarah looking on.
From the Booth
It was Caleb's birthday, and what better way to celebrate than calling a close football game?
Friday Night Lights, Part 2
The view from outside the pressbox, with our banner flying proudly and our camera people shivering.
H-town Crew
Most of our crew was made up of students from Mr. Curry's A/V class at Hagerstown High School. Here are Shelby, William, Tyler, our intern Jonathan (from Centerville High School) and Sam rallying up for further instructions at halftime. The hometown team went on to win in an exciting photo finish.
Thursday, September 28, 2006
WCTV in the News!
I thought you might enjoy these recent stories about WCTV in the local news:
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Thursday, September 14, 2006
WCTV Bootcamp!
I get a lot of questions about offering workshops at WCTV, so I am happy to announce that we have partnered with the Indiana University East Continuing Education Center to offer training and coursework. Below is some information on upcoming classes:
Scriptwriting
This course will be covering all aspects of
scriptwriting from the ground up, including
writing corporate and instructional videos all
the way to developing feature films.
Fee: $40
Richmond 2 Wed., Oct. 4 & 11, 6-9 pm
Registration deadline: Sept. 27
Videography
This course begins with the fundamentals
of videography, and builds on knowledge to
include basic studio camera as well as
more advanced ideas of field videography,
with lighting and audio schemes presented.
Fee: $40
Richmond 2 Wed., Oct. 18 & 25, 6-9 pm
Registration deadline: Oct. 11
Editing with iMovie
Even if you don’t use iMovie, this course will
introduce you to the basic ideas of nonlinear
editing on computer platforms.
Students can use camera tape shot during
the Videography course; otherwise stock
footage will be provided for practice by WCTV.
Fee: $90
Richmond 3 Mon., Oct. 30-Nov. 13, 6-9 pm
Registration deadline: Oct. 23
Finalizing Projects with Final Cut Pro
Computer editing training on Final Cut suite
will be offered to those who complete Editing
with iMovie as a prerequisite. Students in this
course will be working towards completing
content to be used on WCTV, including PSAs,
station IDs, and other production elements.
Fee: $90
Richmond 3 Mon., Nov. 27-Dec. 11, 6-9 pm
Registration deadline: Nov. 20
Enroll in the series for only $220! Participants who successful complete all four classes will receive a one year membership to WCTV and be certified to use the WCTV facility. You can get additional information on how to register for classes by calling the IU East Continuing Education Center at 973-8203.
Scriptwriting
This course will be covering all aspects of
scriptwriting from the ground up, including
writing corporate and instructional videos all
the way to developing feature films.
Fee: $40
Richmond 2 Wed., Oct. 4 & 11, 6-9 pm
Registration deadline: Sept. 27
Videography
This course begins with the fundamentals
of videography, and builds on knowledge to
include basic studio camera as well as
more advanced ideas of field videography,
with lighting and audio schemes presented.
Fee: $40
Richmond 2 Wed., Oct. 18 & 25, 6-9 pm
Registration deadline: Oct. 11
Editing with iMovie
Even if you don’t use iMovie, this course will
introduce you to the basic ideas of nonlinear
editing on computer platforms.
Students can use camera tape shot during
the Videography course; otherwise stock
footage will be provided for practice by WCTV.
Fee: $90
Richmond 3 Mon., Oct. 30-Nov. 13, 6-9 pm
Registration deadline: Oct. 23
Finalizing Projects with Final Cut Pro
Computer editing training on Final Cut suite
will be offered to those who complete Editing
with iMovie as a prerequisite. Students in this
course will be working towards completing
content to be used on WCTV, including PSAs,
station IDs, and other production elements.
Fee: $90
Richmond 3 Mon., Nov. 27-Dec. 11, 6-9 pm
Registration deadline: Nov. 20
Enroll in the series for only $220! Participants who successful complete all four classes will receive a one year membership to WCTV and be certified to use the WCTV facility. You can get additional information on how to register for classes by calling the IU East Continuing Education Center at 973-8203.
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
August 2006 Board Minutes
Call to Order - 11:10 a.m. by Vice-President Mark Linderman.
Present: Willard Brown, Daryl Greene, Ed Hoffman, Mark Linderman, Eric Marsh, Barb Mayberry, Sharon Palmer, Jeff Plasterer, Kim Poinsett, and Phil Quinn. Staff: John Dalton, Stephanie Frame, Diane Lucas, and John Schuerman.
Approval of Minutes
The Board accepted the minutes of the July 11, 2006 meeting. Jeff Plasterer moved to accept the minutes with Ed Hoffman giving the second.
Treasurer’s Report
Jeff Plasterer went over the financial report dated June 30, 2006. The interest income continues to exceed expectations; everything else is on target. Ed Hoffman moved to accept the financial report with Phil Quinn giving the second, and the motion passed unanimously.
Director’s Report
John Dalton pointed out that our Channel 21 Lottery will be August 14 at 4 p.m., and a picnic will follow at 5 p.m. The picnic will include hot dogs and more, with James “Iceman” Patterson as DJ.
Richmond’s Bicentennial event is fast approaching. WCTV will provide a live telecast of the parade on August 20th. We plan to use three cameras and an RPL bucket truck. Immediately after the parade, WCTV will go to the football stadium to do a live broadcast of the closing event, the county-wide high school band performance. We will also tape the Mayor’s breakfast and opening ceremonies for broadcast. WCTV will air footage of the 150th Year Celebration parade, as well as some episodes of “Richmond in Motion,” in support of the Bicentennial.
Tim Elstro has found some replacement parts for our damaged satellite dish and will be working on getting those installed. The Dish-TV dish is up and running, airing various programs.
WCTV is now an affiliate of the University Channel. This service allows for the downloading of public lectures, mostly consisting of nationally known speakers from major universities. We are also finalizing an arrangement to air “Inside Indiana Business” from WFYI, which will run on Tuesday evenings.
WCTV’s “Boot Camp” will be taught through the Extended Learning Department of IU East.
We are looking at a “slate” of five football games for the fall and are working with area schools. When the schedule is finalized we will be looking for sponsorships.
We will have two interns from Centerville High School this fall.
John and Kim Poinsett met with staff from Civic Theater and they are very interested in participating in the Reading Service, seen on Friday nights. There is hope that this service might be able to generate some grant money. Daryl Greene suggested that we contact the Independent Living Center to inform them of our Reading Service program.
John is working with Ken Paust on a post card for a future mailing regarding memberships.
John presented a page of “talking points” for use when discussing WCTV in the community and looking for fundraising opportunities.
Old Business
The Controversial Programming guidelines have been updated and will be finalized at next month’s meeting.
New Business
Ed Hoffman mentioned the S.O.S. Jamboree with Charlie Estes and the Slicks, which will be on Friday, August 11th, and will be taped for replay on WCTV at a later time.
Good of the Order
Ed Hoffman has been recognized as an “Older Hoosier of the Year” for his volunteer work at WCTV and will attend a picnic and a dinner.
Adjournment - 12:05 p.m.
Present: Willard Brown, Daryl Greene, Ed Hoffman, Mark Linderman, Eric Marsh, Barb Mayberry, Sharon Palmer, Jeff Plasterer, Kim Poinsett, and Phil Quinn. Staff: John Dalton, Stephanie Frame, Diane Lucas, and John Schuerman.
Approval of Minutes
The Board accepted the minutes of the July 11, 2006 meeting. Jeff Plasterer moved to accept the minutes with Ed Hoffman giving the second.
Treasurer’s Report
Jeff Plasterer went over the financial report dated June 30, 2006. The interest income continues to exceed expectations; everything else is on target. Ed Hoffman moved to accept the financial report with Phil Quinn giving the second, and the motion passed unanimously.
Director’s Report
John Dalton pointed out that our Channel 21 Lottery will be August 14 at 4 p.m., and a picnic will follow at 5 p.m. The picnic will include hot dogs and more, with James “Iceman” Patterson as DJ.
Richmond’s Bicentennial event is fast approaching. WCTV will provide a live telecast of the parade on August 20th. We plan to use three cameras and an RPL bucket truck. Immediately after the parade, WCTV will go to the football stadium to do a live broadcast of the closing event, the county-wide high school band performance. We will also tape the Mayor’s breakfast and opening ceremonies for broadcast. WCTV will air footage of the 150th Year Celebration parade, as well as some episodes of “Richmond in Motion,” in support of the Bicentennial.
Tim Elstro has found some replacement parts for our damaged satellite dish and will be working on getting those installed. The Dish-TV dish is up and running, airing various programs.
WCTV is now an affiliate of the University Channel. This service allows for the downloading of public lectures, mostly consisting of nationally known speakers from major universities. We are also finalizing an arrangement to air “Inside Indiana Business” from WFYI, which will run on Tuesday evenings.
WCTV’s “Boot Camp” will be taught through the Extended Learning Department of IU East.
We are looking at a “slate” of five football games for the fall and are working with area schools. When the schedule is finalized we will be looking for sponsorships.
We will have two interns from Centerville High School this fall.
John and Kim Poinsett met with staff from Civic Theater and they are very interested in participating in the Reading Service, seen on Friday nights. There is hope that this service might be able to generate some grant money. Daryl Greene suggested that we contact the Independent Living Center to inform them of our Reading Service program.
John is working with Ken Paust on a post card for a future mailing regarding memberships.
John presented a page of “talking points” for use when discussing WCTV in the community and looking for fundraising opportunities.
Old Business
The Controversial Programming guidelines have been updated and will be finalized at next month’s meeting.
New Business
Ed Hoffman mentioned the S.O.S. Jamboree with Charlie Estes and the Slicks, which will be on Friday, August 11th, and will be taped for replay on WCTV at a later time.
Good of the Order
Ed Hoffman has been recognized as an “Older Hoosier of the Year” for his volunteer work at WCTV and will attend a picnic and a dinner.
Adjournment - 12:05 p.m.
Saturday, September 09, 2006
Wayne County Football!
When I came to WCTV one of the first things I heard from viewers was that they wanted to see local high school sports. And we listened—this weekend WCTV will be showing our first high school football game, Centerville vs. Cambridge City Lincoln, with our professional staff working in cooperation with the A/V classes at Centerville and Richmond High Schools. I hope you like what you see.
You can catch Centerville vs. Lincoln Saturday at 7 p.m. and midnight and Sunday at 5 a.m., 9 a.m., Noon, and 3 p.m.
We are planning more local high school sports from WCTV, so stay tuned!
You can catch Centerville vs. Lincoln Saturday at 7 p.m. and midnight and Sunday at 5 a.m., 9 a.m., Noon, and 3 p.m.
We are planning more local high school sports from WCTV, so stay tuned!
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