Harvestworks offers year-round individualized, in-depth teaching and programming services as part of our Certificate Program for artists. Participants receive one-on-one sessions tailored specifically to their needs and artistic goals, create a project that fits their individual curriculum and presents the project in our TEAM lab.
With over 100 participants since its inception, the Certificate Program has included musicians, video artists, filmmakers, DJs and VJs, artists working with physical computing and analog electronics, sculptors, dancers, students and interested individuals of all backgrounds.
Participating artists receive project support in one-on-one training sessions, unlimited time in our computer labs, and access to our assistant teachers for additional programming and technical support. At the end of the program, artists may chose to present their work in final showing hosted by Harvestworks.
The training can begin anytime and the 20 hours can be completed in time frame that best suits the the participant’s schedule and the demands of the project. There is no limit to the number of certificates an individual can enroll in, and people interested in completing multiple certificates can develop each according to their own interests and goals. Students at academic institutions interested in linking the Certificate Program with their curriculum should contact Interim Director Ivana Dama for more information.
Participants must be a member of Harvestworks to enroll in the program. Membership is $75/year.
Digital Video Certificate
The Digital Video Certificate program will introduce you to the basics of video editing using Adobe Premiere and related digital media software (Photoshop, After Effects, InDesign). Skills covered include organizing and transcoding media, non-linear editing, titles, color correction, basic audio editing, video effects, and outputting for distribution and the web. This 20 hour program can further specialize in projection design and installation with Isadora.
Digital Audio Certificate
The Digital Audio Certificate program includes an introduction to the vocabulary of audio, basic audio hardware, an overview of how a recording studio functions, audio system troubleshooting, and MIDI. This 30 hour hands-on course takes place in our audio recording studio, and explores the basics of sound editing using Avid’s top-of-the-line ProTools system. Applications covered include microphone and recording techniques, digitizing, non-linear editing, multi-track mixing, digital effects processing and outputting to various formats including surround sound. The Certificate can further specialize in audio post production for film and video (including voice over recording, foley, working with surround, OMF files and Quicktime film references).
Max/MSP/Jitter Certificate
Max/MSP/Jitter Independent Study for artists interested in the graphical programming environment — individuals of all skills levels and programming experience are welcomed. The 20 hour Max/MSP/Jitter Independent Study provides participants with all the tools needed to build custom software capable of creating multiple channel video pieces, surround sound and immersive environments, interactive installations, sound art, as well as the opportunity to pushing the boundaries of new media art into unexplored territory.