Resources
On-Campus Production Equipment
AMI Equipment Cage – Smith Warehouse, Bay 12, Room A121
The AMI equipment cage is located in Smith Warehouse Bay 12, Room A121. Students enrolled in AMI classes and AMI independent study projects may check out and return equipment during the cage's regular hours: Mon-Fri 12pm - 3pm. Checkouts are for 24 - 48 hours. Gear checked out Thursday is due Friday. Gear checked out on Friday is due Monday. Opening day is Monday, Sep 11 and the AMI Equipment Cage closes for the semester on Friday, Dec 8. The AMI equipment cage features several Canon DSLRs and audio gear. Check out this page for a breakdown of the available gear. Please note: equipment is to be used for class projects only. If you have any questions please email Jim Haverkamp.
The AMI equipment cage is located in Smith Warehouse Bay 12, Room A121. Students enrolled in AMI classes and AMI independent study projects may check out and return equipment during the cage's regular hours: Mon-Fri 12pm - 3pm. Checkouts are for 24 - 48 hours. Gear checked out Thursday is due Friday. Gear checked out on Friday is due Monday. Opening day is Monday, Sep 11 and the AMI Equipment Cage closes for the semester on Friday, Dec 8. The AMI equipment cage features several Canon DSLRs and audio gear. Check out this page for a breakdown of the available gear. Please note: equipment is to be used for class projects only. If you have any questions please email Jim Haverkamp.
On-Campus Editing Labs
Multimedia Project Studio – East Campus @ 115 Lilly Library and West Campus @ 006 Bostock (in the Link)
The Multimedia Project Studios are specialized computer labs servicing Duke's students, faculty and staff. They specialize in tools for the production of multimedia and graphic content. Priority use of the MPS is given to patrons engaging in multimedia-relavent activities. The MPS provides specially trained student staff that can assist you with your multimedia projects. The MPS features Adobe Creative Cloud as well as Final Cut Pro for editing. Both MPS labs are open any time the library is open. Click here to check the hours for both.
The Multimedia Project Studios are specialized computer labs servicing Duke's students, faculty and staff. They specialize in tools for the production of multimedia and graphic content. Priority use of the MPS is given to patrons engaging in multimedia-relavent activities. The MPS provides specially trained student staff that can assist you with your multimedia projects. The MPS features Adobe Creative Cloud as well as Final Cut Pro for editing. Both MPS labs are open any time the library is open. Click here to check the hours for both.
GROUP SCHEDULing ASSISTANT
Coordinating schedules for team members can be a huge challenge. Try using Doodle to coordinate your schedules.
Visual Storytelling CHECKLIST
Print this visual storytelling checklist and take it with you on your shoots to improve your storytelling!
Consent Forms
Please download, print and bring two copies of the consent form for each interviewee. Please have your interviewee sign both copies. Keep one, offer the other to the interviewee. Please utilize the minor consent form for any interviewee under 18.
Interview Checklist
Utilize this checklist to help you prepare for and get the most from your interviews! Also check out these tips for conducting conversational interviews.
Producer Resources
Producing a shoot? Review the documents below for a smooth production. Pre-production tips for producers, dress code, pre-shoot clearance.
Previous Student StorieS
DSLR Resource
Ryan Koo from NoFilmSchool.com wrote a great DSLR cinematography guide. If you plan to shoot with DSLRs, this is a fantastic resource.
Field Guide to Film Rights: Privacy, Permissions, Parody, and Permits
This report covers Filming in Private Locations, Filming in Public Locations, The Concept of Copyright, The Limitations of Copyright, Plagiarism vs. Parody, Researching Permits, Finding Legal Forms, and Representing the Film Community, and it offers links to the state film offices.
Thank You Notes (optional)
Please download the Official AMP Letterhead and consult these sample thank you notes to express your gratitude for our guest speakers. Bring your hand-written notes to class. Amy and Carson will deliver to our esteemed guests!
