150 likes | 340 Views
CTN Ann Arbor Established in 1973- One of the oldest Public, Education & Government (PEG) stations in USA. Operate / program cable channels Public media production facilities free television production workshops Promotion of NPO services and events Video On Demand / Archive Library
E N D
CTN Ann ArborEstablished in 1973- One of the oldest Public, Education & Government (PEG) stations in USA
Operate / program cable channels Public media production facilities free television production workshops Promotion of NPO services and events Video On Demand / Archive Library City Meeting & Event Coverage Local election coverage Core services
CTN is funded via cable franchise fees- compensation paid to the local franchising agency (the City of Ann Arbor) for use of rights of way (sidewalks) which is used in the deployment of the cable system(Franchise fees are capped at 5% by Federal law however, the Federal law also allows for additional fees that can be used for Public, Educational and Government (PEG) channels. In the City of Ann Arbor, the PEG fee paid by cable operators is 2% Currently, AT&T and Comcast have 10-year state franchise agreements to offer cable service in Ann Arbor. Currently CTNdoes not receive City of Ann Arbor general fund revenue. FUNDING
Comcast: Channel 16 – city/ county Meetings Channel 17 - Public Access Channel 18 - Educational Channel 19 – Community AT&T Channel 99 Our Channels
9 Full time staff 4-6 temporary part time staff Part of the communication department Seasonal internship program Our Staff
CTN staff covers 17 meetings totaling 200+meetings per year. View Via Live stream, video on demand, and YouTube channel Cover special meetings such as Police Task Force, Solid Waste Advisory, In addition -Playback Washtenaw board of commissioners, DDA, Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority Board of Education meetings and PTO Council Speakers Series Meeting Coverage
A2 Shield- Interview Talk show hosted by Ann Arbor Police A2 Inclusive- Topics relevant to the Commission on Disability Issues Access Ann arbor - 30 minute talk show where Ann Arbor residents and non-profits can voice an opinion or promote an event Adventures in Parenthood -Exploring the World of Parenting Conversations-Interviews with local Representatives CTN Sports- Coverage of High School sporting events Experience CTN- CTN’s Testimonial Show FYI- Weekly News Magazine Green Room- Environmental topics with Washtenaw County Happy Tails- Pet adoption show featuring local rescue centers Senior Moments- News & Info from A2 Senior Center Soapbox - Speak Out, Create, and Communicate Ward Talk- Interviews with Ward Members CTN Produced Shows
Santa Live Call in Show Candidates Comment LWV Live Election Coverage Let’s Watch w/the Ann arbor Film Fest AAPS high School graduations Art Fair Coverage Rec & Ed Media Camps Special Events, programs & partnerships
two studios The Main Studio: Takes A team to Run- 4-10 people Three HD cameras, 24 ch. audio mixer, graphics software & More. The Hotline Studio: single Person production studio Two remote operated HD cameras, mics, computer, live call-in capability & More Production Equipment HD JVC camcorders, Go Pros, DSLRs, tripods, lights, microphones, laptop, audio mixers & More. Editing Final Cut Pro X & AVID software. Our Facility
MUST ATTEND A CTN WORKSHOP to use gear/studios WORKSHOPS INCLUDE: Remote: basics of remote producing & recording Studio: basics of studio producing, plus camera operation, audio, lighting, floor managing, character graphics, & directing. Hotline Studio: basics of Hotline Studio producing with self-operated cameras & more. Editing: basics of editing concepts & techniques. Workshops
annual proof of residency is required For Residents & Non-Profit Organizations (NPO) to utilize CTN services RESIDENCY Verification CARD If volunteering on an NPO’s behalf: a letter of documentation is needed Residency Requirements
ANY resident can submit a show for playback on CTN Channel 17 CTN does not censor, Pre-screen or gate keep any content on Ch. 17 A Residency Verification & Application for Presentation must be on filed before playback begins For programming questions or concerns email ckuras@a2gov.org. Submit Your Videos Ch.17
for public service announcements (PSA) promote local events and services PSA must be for non-profit purposes Staff may edit announcements to fit the limited space on the screen Electronic Bulletin Board (EBB)
Thank you! Contact info: ctn@a2gov.org 734.794.6150 X41506 Follow Us on Twitter,FACEBOOK& youtube Questions?