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The Video Club will have its next General Meeting on Thursday, January 19, 2023 in the Video Lab.  We will gather for socializing, cookies and wine at 6:30 and our guest speaker will begin his presentation at 7:00.
 
Paul Ortiz has worked in the television production industry for over 30 years. From the creation of short form, long form and studio productions to the management and technical maintenance of production facilities, Paul brings an exceptionally broad set of skills to the production process. Paul graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Television and Film from the University of Cal State Fullerton. Paul’s talents include producer, on-air talent, director, camera operator, editor, computer graphics and technical manager for hundreds of media projects. As General Manager of Broadband Services, he is responsible for the day to day operation of the broadband network, Village Television, Media Services 55 commercial advertising sales on the cable networks and business development functions with West Coast Internet and other outside vendors.

Mark your calendar and plan to join us for an informative presentation.  Our General Meetings are open to all Village residents and their guests at no charge.  Reservations are not required.  Contact us with any questions you may have at videocluboflagunawoods@gmail.com.

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Those who have attended previously will automatically receive a Zoom invitation.  If you are new to this forum and want to attend, send your name, email, and phone number to 

One of our goals as a Video Club is to encourage members to shoot video with their cameras, smart phones, and iPads. We offer a variety of classes to help you create video content that your family and friends will enjoy watching. So, now is the time to take that leap and submit a video.  Content might be a travel event, family memories, or activity-focused video. Whatever your choice is, we encourage you to participate in the annual contest. 

The deadline is 4 pm Friday, January 20, 2023.  Maximum length is 4 minutes.  Open to all Membership in the Video Club. Entry forms are available in the Video Lab. Members vote on the top 10 videos selected during our Annual Goldie Awards Banquet.  Click here for more information.
 

Did you know good audio quality is a critical component in ensuring your viewers stay engaged and don't miss any part of your presentation. If the sound is poor, the quality of the video is compromised.


Audacity is an audio program you can download for free for either PC or Mac, and use for free. With it you can solve quite a range of audio problems, including:

• Leveling out the loudness between segments.
• Reducing background noise, including buzz and hum.
• Relocating sounds in stereo space.
• Making speech easier to understand.
• Combining (mixing) sounds together.

It's Banquet Time!
12^th Annual Goldie Awards Banquet
Thursday, February 9, 2023
5:00 pm - Village Greens 19 Restaurant
 

RESERVATION DEADLINE
Friday, February 3, 2023

Don't miss your chance to make your reservation for The Goldie Awards Banquet to be held Thursday, February 9, 5 pm at the Village Greens 19 Restaurant. See the flyer below for details. Contact Joan Carman @ (310) 739-9422 or Marsha Berman (707) 495-1313 to register. The cost is $30 for members and $35 for non-members. Space is limited, so make reservations NOW!  Visit our website at VideoClubofLagunaWoods.com for more details.

       

The Video Club is looking for a script for a 10-to-15 minute drama (may be comedy, etc.). It should be fully scripted and using actors. The selected script may be produced by the Video Club's Video One Productions team during the spring of 2023 for broadcast on Village Television, possible submission to film festivals, later streaming on YouTube, and other distribution. Read and download full guidelines for submission below.

Four such films have already been produced by the Video Club: “Write It Down” (2019), “What, You, Too?” (2021), “The Hole in One” (2022), and “Bowling Ball Debacle” (currently in post-production)

Click here for more information. Submissions due March 10.  Contact Tom Nash at (714) 381-0781 for instructions.
 

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MEMBERSHIP - 2023
It's Time to Renew Your Membership!

   
                                      

Click here to download a Video Club 2023 Membership Application or pick one up in the Video Lab. You can drop off your application in the Membership box located on the sign-in table or give it to a supervisor.  You can also mail it with your check to Starkey at the address on the form. 

Whether you are looking to covert old media, edit videos, attend a class or participate in video productions, the Club is here to meet your needs. The cost to be a member has not increased for several years. Your membership dues are needed more than ever to help us upgrade our equipment and maintain the level of support we provide. If you have not been a member consider becoming one. If you are not a current member, consider rejoining. We produce a number of programs that are aired and viewed on Village Television, bring you classes to further your knowledge and assist you in converting your old media so you can share it with family and friends.

Membership dues for residents: $15 for a single person, $20 for two people living at the same address; Membership dues for non-residents: $20 for a single person, $30 for two people living at the same address.  

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The Video Club is seeking Volunteers to fill several positions. This Club has been a vital part of Laguna Woods Village for over 33 years. You can make a difference by volunteering your time in the Video Club!  We are seeking volunteers in several categories in order to continue serving this community.  

Are you interested in volunteering to make a difference?  We are seeking short-term and long-term volunteers.  We will teach you how and guide you in any area that speaks to you. Let us hear from you!  Our email address is VideoClubofLagunaWoods@gmail.com or you may contact individual facilitators as noted in each area needing support.

• Membership Co-Director:  As Membership Director, some of the duties include: processing membership applications and dues, maintaining a record of new and renewing members, updating the on-line mailing list, check emails and respond to inquiries, assist with communication, and attend the monthly Board Meeting via Zoom. If you have spreadsheet experience and are comfortable performing record keeping duties, please contact Steve Carman at (424) 254-6583 or Marsha Berman at larrymarsha@gmail.com.
• Video Lab Supervisor:  As Lab Supervisor, you will learn the various electronic devices in the Lab and assist residents who want to convert media, scan photos, edit videos and more.  As a volunteer, you will offer your time once each week for a period of 3 hours.  The Lab is open Tuesday through Friday, 1:00 - 4:00 pm.  Contact Wolfgang Kutter for additional information at (949) 457-1259 or wkutter7@gmail.com.
• Website maintenance - As needed to update events. Word Press.  Contact Lucy Parker at lvparker@gmail.com.
• Class Instructors - Do you have a video-related area of expertise that you can share with others? Let us know about it!  Contact Dr. Tom Nash at (714) 381-0781.
• Video One Productions Team - Production planners, camera operators, audio technicians, switcher operators, directors, floor managers, and more are needed for productions shot in the Video Studio and remotely, both inside and outside the Village.  Contact Fred Harshbarger at (714) 979-4786 or f.harshbarger@sbcglobal.net.
• Events Coordinators - Assist in planning the Goldie Awards Banquet, the Summer BBQ, Open House, and other events as they arise.  Contact Joan Carman at (310) 739-9422 or Marsha Berman (707) 495-1313.