Lighting Equipment
Lighting makes a big difference. And if you’re on a shoot with our digital cameras or your own, lighting may make the difference between a good shoot or a bad one. We caretake a couple of lighting kits that may be perfect for what you need. You can also ask us for a few DIY tips that can help when you’re in the field.
For more information or assistance please contact the Director of Digital Education and Media Services Jacqueline Flores (jflores96@stmarytx.edu) at 210-431-5028 or Media Specialist Liza Sánchez (lsanchez@stmarytx.edu) at 210-436-3503.
Available Equipment
Checkout Requirements
- Lighting Equipment Certification
- Current staff/student at STMU
- Current semester sticker on St. Mary’s ID
- Checkout form
Additional Lighting Equipment
- Battery
- Power cord
- Wired and Wireless Microphones(optional)
- DSLR Camera (optional)
- DSLR Camera Tripod (optional)
Operation Overview
- Lighting Equipment Certification
- Plug in power cord
- Turn on lighting equipment
- Set lighting to auto
- Change light intensity to desired brightness
Get the Right Equipment
Suggested Events for Usage
Lighting Equipment
- Ceremonies
- Performances
- Banquets
Check Out Equipment to use with the Large Speaker and Tripod
DSLR Camera
Works in a variety of lighting conditions; has a great sensitivity range. This camera can record RAW and/or JPEG images to a standard SD memory card. With outstanding video quality it can record your works.
Wired and Wireless Microphones
Our collection of wired and wireless microphones offer the community expanded voice amplification when paired with our high-quality portable speaker systems. Ask us which solution is best for your event.
Tripod
To be used with the DSLR Camera. Stabilize your photos or videos. Can be tilted 90 degrees and the enter column can be raised or lowered.
Lighting Equipment
Before checking out the a projector please review the following.
- Lighting Equipment
- Lighting Equipment
- Power cord
- Battery
- Optimal Events
- Ceremonies
- Concerts
- Banquets
- Check Out Requirements
- Certification
- Current staff/faculty/student at STMU
- Current semester sticker on St. Mary’s ID
- Checkout form
- Camera won’t turn on
- check that the battery is inserted
- check if battery is charged
- check that power cord is plugged in
- Shutter speed 1/4000 to 30 sec
- Soft-touch electromagnetic release
- Self Timer: 2-10 sec delay
- Shutter Lag: .12-.24 sec
- Monitor 4:3 ratio
- Built in Microphone
- Auto/Manual Focus
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to check out equipment?
Checking out St. Mary’s media equipment is free for all current St. Mary’s students, faculty, and staff.
How do I get Lighting Equipment Certified?
Check the calendar to see when there are open workshops for certfication avaliable. Contact Liza Sanchez for an appointment by email or by calling 210-436-3503
Where do I go to checkout equipment?
After filling out the equipment check out form you will recieve a confirmation emil. You can go to the acedemic media center to pick up or return equipment.
How do you set up the lighting equipment?
Set up the stand an securly attach the light. Remove or open up the cover from the lighting. Plug in the power cord if the battery is out or low. Turn on the light and adjust brightness and angles as needed.
Do you need lighting equipment for good photos?
A good photo can be made with good lighting. If your photo location is dark or doesn’t have enough light then a light kit would be a great solution. The lighting equipment is also useful if you want to control the lighting for a brighter picture.
PRO MEDIA CERTIFICATION SERIES
(ongoing weekly sessions at the Academic Media Center)
Digital Video Certification Series
Projector Certification Series
Contact Jacqueline Flores for an appointment by calling 210-431-5028
Video Editing Pro Certification Series
Portable Sound System Certification Series
Contact Jacqueline Flores for an appointment by calling 210-431-5028