The Multimedia & Immersive Technologies (MIT) multimedia team is committed to producing high-quality instructional videos and a wide range of projects, including live events, faculty videos, interviews, promotional videos, documentaries, short films, promotional videos and showreels, and 360 videos. We collaborate closely with our clients to create engaging, content-rich videos based on best practices, utilizing advanced production tools such as broadcast and cinema cameras, drones, 360-degree video cameras, and audio equipment. Our team is dedicated to improving communication, supporting instructional objectives, and advancing the university's mission. By prioritizing the success of both students and faculty, we ensure that every project enriches the overall learning experience.
Our video production team is here to assist faculty and staff with producing, recording, and editing both single-camera in-studio or field-based videos and multi-camera live event productions. No project is too big or too small. These productions can be recorded in our Pfau Library PL056 studio or virtually anywhere on the San Bernardino and Palm Desert campuses. We also offer support for editing existing videos, ensuring your content is polished and professional.
Services
• High-quality instructional videos
• Live events
• Faculty videos
• Interviews
• Promotional videos
• Documentaries
• Use of drones, 360-degree video cameras, Lightboard
• Single-camera in-studio or field-based videos
• Multi-camera live event productions
• Video editing support
• Recording at Pfau Library PL056 studio or other campus locations
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For over two years, our department has been leveraging Motion Capture (MoCap) technology to explore and innovate across various disciplines. MoCap allows us to study and analyze motion in detail, providing invaluable insights for fields such as kinesiology. By capturing and examining movement, we can better understand human biomechanics, aiding in research and education.
Our collaboration with the Theatre Department showcases the creative potential of MoCap. Led by Prof. Kristi Papailler, the "Inaugural Poets" project has enabled theatre students to create a virtual poetry performance using MoCap technology. This groundbreaking initiative not only explores new forms of artistic expression but also contributes to developing a comprehensive MoCap curriculum.
Additionally, we have utilized MoCap technology in conjunction with Unreal Engine for innovative projects. In one such project, students were captured dancing, and their movements were used to create avatars in their likeness. These avatars were then placed in a virtual environment, merging performance art with cutting-edge technology.
Our future MoCap Studio aims to further support the study of motion, VR embodiment, and 3D perception. With these capabilities, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of research and creative exploration, providing our students and faculty with the tools to lead in their respective fields.
Services
• Study of motion for kinesiology
• Collaborative projects with the Theatre Department (e.g., virtual poetry performances)
• Integration with Unreal Engine for creating virtual avatars and environments
• Future MoCap Studio for motion, VR embodiment, and 3D perception research and projects
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Zoom is an easy and effective option for video conferencing, recording lectures, and hosting webinars. Our team can guide you through all its features to maximize its potential for your needs. Zoom enables you to engage students or other participants with interactive tools like instant polling, whiteboard, screen sharing, and chat. You can also record sessions for asynchronous sharing, ensuring that everyone has access to the content at their convenience. Additionally, Zoom has been instrumental in live streaming speakers to events when they couldn't physically attend, bridging the gap and bringing valuable insights to live audiences. With compatibility across Windows, Mac OS, iOS, and Android, Zoom offers a flexible and accessible solution for all your video conferencing needs.
Services
• Video conferencing
• Recording lectures and webinars
• Live streaming speakers to events
• Training on interactive tools (polling, whiteboard, screen sharing, chat)
• Compatibility with Windows, Mac OS, iOS, and Android
Whether you need an image to enhance instructional content or a custom Blackboard/Canvas banner for your online course, our graphic design and illustration team is here to help. We provide expert assistance to create visually appealing and educationally effective graphics that align with your instructional goals. Our team excels in both graphic design and illustration, offering a wide range of services to meet your needs. From simple illustrations to complex, detailed artwork, we can create visuals that effectively convey your message and enhance the learning experience. Whether you're looking for infographics, custom icons, or elaborate illustrations, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, impactful designs that support and enrich your educational content.
Services
• Custom images for instructional content
• Blackboard/Canvas banners
• Infographics
• Custom icons
• Detailed illustrations
• Storyboards
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What are Storyboards?
Storyboards are visual representations of a script. They are usually created for film, video, or animation sequences and are composed of illustrated frames. Each frame depicts a specific scene or shot, complete with key details such as camera angles, movement, dialogue, and action. Storyboards serve as a blueprint for the production process, providing a clear and organized visual outline of the project's narrative flow.
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Why are Storyboards Needed in Production?
Storyboards help visualize the narrative and identify potential issues early. They are a crucial communication tool among the production team, ensuring alignment on the creative vision and technical details. By outlining scenes in advance, storyboards streamline production, reduce costly reshoots, and allow for creative experimentation with ideas and camera angles. They also provide essential technical guidance on camera movements, lighting, and composition.
Sometimes, An animatic is a rough visual sequence combining storyboards with sound and timing. It includes key frames, dialogue, sound effects, and music to preview the final production. Animatics help refine pacing, identify issues, and make adjustments before full animation or filming begins, ensuring the creative vision is effectively communicated.
An animatic isn't always necessary, but it's highly valuable for complex projects. Use an animatic when precise timing, pacing, and synchronization with sound are crucial, such as in animated films, intricate scenes, or action sequences. It helps visualize the flow, refine the narrative, and identify potential issues early, ensuring a smoother production process. For simpler projects or straightforward scenes, detailed storyboards may suffice.
We can transfer non-copyrighted instructional media from a tape format to digital media mp4 files. Media formats for conversion: VHS, S-VHS, DVD, and Mini-DV.
Services
• Conversion of non-copyrighted instructional media from tape formats to digital mp4 files
• Supported formats: VHS, S-VHS, DVD, Mini-DV