An Introduction to Understanding Media Collections, Mar 25

An Introduction to Understanding Media Collections
March 25, 2013 – 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
University of Regina
Dr. John Archer Library Archives
Regina, SK.
Instructors: Christina Stewart, Media Archivist

The SCAA is pleased to offer a one-day workshop that give an introduction to media collections and to take the edge off the sometimes intimidating learning curve of media. Through lecture and demonstration, participants will gain an understanding of the topics of -
• Moving Image Film: gauge, base, soundtracks, stocks, biological and mechanical damage, shrinkage, and splices;
• Video: formats, access (playback), biological and mechanical damage (dropout), storage conditions;
• Sound Recordings: formats, access (playback), biological and mechanical damage, storage conditions;
• Digital Media: formats, migration, storage options.

Maximum Attendees: 25

Workshop Fees: $100 registration fee. Lunch will be provided

Registration Deadline: March 18th - Visit: http://scaa.sk.ca/services/workshops.html to register.