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Video and audio production resources

The information on this page is for students undertaking approved undergraduate, postgraduate or higher degree research production projects in the following Communication disciplines: Media Arts and Production (MAP), Media Practice and Industry (MPI), Journalism, Music and Sound Design (MSD)

Media Production Approval System (MPAS)

Prior to booking and accessing FASS video equipment and facilities, MAP and MPI students will need to obtain approval from academic supervisors for their projects using the Media Production Approval System (MPAS).

MPAS also contains production resources and policies, procedures and practices relating to media production workplace health and safety (as outlined in the National Guidelines for Screen Safety (PDF, 4.4MB) developed by the Australian Entertainment Industry Association and the Media Entertainment and Arts Alliance).

Students will be shown how to complete their MPAS application in class.

Media production forms

MAP and MPI students are required to use the following forms when completing their projects:

UTS insurance certificates of currency:

The use of these forms is covered in more detail within MPAS.

Equipment & facilities bookings

Eligible students can book faculty production equipment and facilities using the FASS Portable Equipment and Facilities Booking System. Before making a booking please read the Equipment Store Loan Guidelines (PDF, 152KB) which outline the conditions of borrowing and the responsibilities for safe, proper use and care of equipment.

The FASS Portable Equipment and Facilities Booking System can be used to book:

  • An extensive range of professional video and audio production equipment
  • Specialised video editing, animation and colour grading suites
  • Sound studios and digital audio suites
  • Meeting Room CB03.02.010. This meeting room, adjacent to the Building 3 Student Lounge, can be booked for production work and associated activities such as production meetings, auditions, rehearsals etc

For help using the online booking system, watch the following video.

Unapproved access

Due to issues around health and safety, demand for resources, insurance and the need to allocate equipment and facilities equitably, access will not be granted for unapproved or non-faculty requests. Please contact the FASS Media Production and Technology Manager for further information.

Bon Marche Studio

Bon Marche Studio (CB03.01.005) can be booked by staff and students for pre-approved FASS projects / events only, this includes:

  • Student production work for approved Media Arts and Production coursework activities and assessments
  • Student production work for B Communication (Honours) or FASS postgraduate research degrees
  • FASS staff production work associated with teaching or academic research

Please note that booking priority is given to requests from staff and final year students.

To make a booking request, use your UTS email to complete the online Bon Marche Studio Bookings form. Please allow a minimum of three (3) business days for processing.

Casting Portal

Head to www.starnow.com and use the UTS special code: UTSSN to submit your casting call.

Reporting a hazard or incident

If you notice a hazard or are involved in an accident while using FASS facilities, please report using HIRO (Hazard and Incident Reporting Online).

If the hazard or accident is serious, dial ‘6’ (from internal phones) or free call 1800 249 559 from mobile phones to contact Security.

For more information on security access, visit the MediaLab Access and Emergency Procedures webpage.

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