TCMedia new logo.jpg


News from TCMedia

View in your browser.

Cyber Monday

(and any other

day too!)


The Holiday season is upon us. If you're making your gift list and plan to do some online shopping, you can support TCMedia at the same time.


TCMedia participates in AmazonSmile charity program:


  • "AmazonSmile is a simple way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. AmazonSmile is available at smile.amazon.com on your web browser and can be activated in the Amazon Shopping app for iOS and Android phones. AmazonSmile will donate 0.5% of your eligible purchases to the charitable organization of your choice."


Login to smile.amazon.com. Choose Thurston Community Television as the charity you want to support. Then, go shopping!


Give the Gift of Creativity


Do you have hard-to-shop-for folks on your gift list? A TCMedia Gift Certificate makes a great present.


Call 360-956-3100 and we can mail the certificate to you or stop by the TCMedia facility between 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Monday - Friday. Gift certificates can be used for workshops, one-to-one tutoring, staff support during productions, or facility and equipment fees. Introduce the creative folks in your life to the magic of making media with a Thurston Community Media gift certificate.

December Activities



Second Saturday Workshop

Dec.10, 2022 11:00 a.m.


Are you ready for your close-up? Elizabeth Nixon Klein will share tips and techniques for acting in front of the camera.


The workshop is free. No registration is required.


December Media Production Workshops


All workshops are held at the TCMedia facility. Scholarships are available. Contact Deborah Vinsel, CEO at 360.956.3100 before you register for information about scholarships. These workshops are offered in partnership with Olympia Parks, Arts, and Recreation. You do not have to live in Olympia to register.


TCMedia Orientation 

Orientation introduces you to TCMedia rules and procedures and gives a tour of the facility. Orientation is a prerequisite for our Instant TV service. Orientation meets Saturday, December 10th, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.  You can drop in or call 360-956-3100 to register. FREE!


Video Field Production Fundamentals

In three class sessions, students are introduced to the basics of field production using Sony AX-2000 professional video camcorders, portable lighting, microphones, and other production gear. Completion of this course will certify students to use TCMedia’s video camcorders, laptops, microphones, and other accessories to create videos for distribution on the TCTV channels or through the internet. Instructor TC Media Staff

Monday/Wednesday/Friday, December 5, 7, 9, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.  Cost: $85

Register here.


Video Editing with Final Cut Pro X

This workshop teaches Final Cut Pro X, a video editing application for Apple MacIntosh computers used by industry professionals. Students will learn effective editing techniques to create compelling video content, basic transitions, titles, and filters, and how to export the final project to broadcast industry standards. Completion of this course certifies students to use TCMedia’s edit suites and laptop editing equipment. Instructor TC Media Staff. Class meets Thursday, December 15, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Cost: $45 

Register here.

Donate

TCMedia is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Your support makes it possible for us to empower community voices using digital media tools to share their stories.


TCMedia provides communication resources to build stronger communities.



Facebook  Twitter  Instagram