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How to use the Tascam DR-40
The Tascam DR-40 is the audio recorder you will generally be using throughout you time here. Its quick and simple to get the hang of, and incredibly useful in many situations. Up to 4 recording channels2 XLR inputs 2 inbuilt condenser microphonesRecording at WAV...
Panasonic AC30 Guide
The Panasonic AG-AC30 is a camera built solely for video production. You can use it both on a tripod and handheld (although I would always recommend using a tripod), and this model also comes with an LED light which is useful for filming in low light conditions. It...
GoPro Basics
The GoPro is a versatile action camera designed to withstand a lot of punishment, making it ideal for filming in more extreme conditions. This post shows you the basic functions on a GO PRO camera.
Lenses
In the media store we have a range of lenses other than the Sigma 18-200mm that are typically loaned out with the 700Ds. Here is a rundown of the lenses we have available for you to borrow and what they are useful for: Canon 50mm 1.8 If you are shooting in a...
Media Store Updates
How to Log Into Adobe
Once you have opened an Adobe application, there are a few steps you will need to follow to be able to use it. Step 1 On this screen, you need to...
How the Media Store Works
There have been some queries as to how the JNL media store works.First of all you will need to complete the health and safety quiz which can be...
Health and Safety Quiz
There’s been a few questions come in about the Equipment Quiz, so some tips and guidance notes are below; The quiz itself can be found on the...
Latest Tutorials
Slick Carousel in Codepen
Slick Carousel is a great little slider script for sliding any kind of content. There are full instructions available on Slick's website, but it doesn't explain how to get it to work on Codepen. This post explains how to do this. Once you've followed this...
Building a long-form web page
Building your long-form multimedia page is reasonably straight forward. We've provided you with a pre-built HTML, CSS and JavaScript framework for you to copy and work with. Locating the framework and downloading The framework is hosted on...
Photoshop Essentials
Photoshop os probably the most recognisable part of the Adobe suite. Its great for everything from in depth photo editing, to designing posters. We've collected some essential Photoshop screencasts for you here. From the basics of opening, saving resizing and...
Embedding YouTube videos into WordPress sites
It's possible to embed YouTube videos into Wordpress sites so that, instead of a mere hyperlink to the video, the video is previewed with a play icon, enabling your audience to play the video directly within your Wordpress site. Here's how. Copy the video's embed code...
Using Skype for a TV recording
A test with your interviewee / correspondent is always good in advance, to check for any issues with their internet signal and setup; also, to brief them on what they’ll be able to see and hear. Interviewee / correspondent: To be interviewed using Skype, you’ll need a...
Setting out a magazine document in InDesign
When setting out a new magazine document in InDesign, it is important to make sure that all pages in your magazine are the same size. This will usually be A4 (210mm x 297mm). If you have varying page sizes, this will create problems when your magazine is sent to...
Setting out a Tabloid or Broadsheet document in InDesign
The below information will guide you through setting up a standard tabloid and broadsheet newspaper page layout. Please note: These measurements do vary slightly between newspaper publisher. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swl1yKVH_tI...
Newspaper style layout using just HTML and CSS
After reading a post about how Chris Pattle constructed the Simpsons characters completely out of HTML and CSS, I set myself a challenge to show that you can make just about any layout using simple HTML and CSS. I grabbed a copy of The Guardian from 26th November...
Guide to web coding
An understanding of the principal technologies of web is a really powerful tool for a journalist. This guide will cover the basic tools and principles of HTML and CSS. HTML and CSS can be used to create web content for browsers, tablets and mobiles and many...