Introduction to basic replay operations in Live Sports productions.

Course Name: Introduction to basic replay operations in Live Sports productions in partnership with EVS Group and NEP Ireland.

Date the course commences:  July

Thursday 04/07 to Saturday 06/07 OR Monday 08/07 to Wednesday 10/07

Duration: 3 days 10am – 5pm each day 

Venue:  (In person) NEP Ireland, Unit E1, Network Enterprise Park, Kilcoole Co.Wicklow, Ireland

Course Details: This is an entry-level course.

Cost: Free

Course Profile: 

This course provides the operator with a complete system overview of the LSM-XT series servers, the basics in the operation of the system in a Sport Replay workflow as well as some advanced options.

Course Content:

This course is hands-on practical training and will cover the following topics:

• Presentation and overview of the system Hardware & Software
• Presentation of the different control modes (PGM/PRV mode, Multi PGM mode)
• Basic operation of the system using the remote panel or VGA screen:
  • Replay & Slomo
  • Clip Management
  • Playlist Management
• Description of Network operations
• Description of the Setup menu and parameters involved in the basic operations.
• XFile3 Operational Overview (if system available)
• Introduction to the new LSM-VIA system
• Practical exercises on the different subjects

Participant Profile:

This course will help equip new entrants with knowledge and the essential skills to work on live sports TV productions. 

The course is limited to MAX 5 participants.

selection will be based on application.

This programme is run by the National Talent Academies: Film & TV Crew Academy South in Partnership with EVS Group and NEP  Ireland.

Application Procedure:

Please apply online at this Link by 12pm on Monday 24th June 2024

For further information, please email rachael.power@nationaltalentacademies.ie

Selection on courses/programmes will be based on the quality of the application and industry experience relevant to the course and participant profile.   We do not accept CVs so please make sure you outline all relevant experience in the application form. 

National Talent Academy courses are open to all regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or disability.

Tutor:

Dirk De Block: 

Dirk embarked on his journey in the broadcasting realm in 1993, starting as a technician with Outside Broadcast, which is now part of NEP Belgium. His passion for the field led him to embrace the freelance world in 1997, where he honed his skills as a Broadcast Engineer, Shader, EVS operator, and Technical Director. Dirk has worked on large events such as Tour The France Champions League & the Conference League.

In 2007, Dirk expanded his expertise into academia, joining Karel de Grote University in Antwerp as a lecturer. There, he imparts his knowledge of multicamera techniques to bachelor students enrolled in the “Multimedia and Creative Technology” program.

Beyond his teaching role, Dirk has also been an operational trainer for EVS systems for over a year, offering his services as a freelance trainer. His dedication to this craft continues to this day, fuelled by his enduring love for the industry.

Partnership:

EVS replay technology is renowned for its role in live sports broadcasting, providing high-quality slow-motion replays and highlights.

NEP Ireland is one of the leading Outside Broadcast providers in Ireland. They provide Host Broadcaster facilities in a wide range of areas including sport, light entertainment, news, state occasions and special events. Increasingly recognised for creating facilities solutions for some of Ireland's major events, bringing uniquely designed facilities right for the time and place.