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CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY HOURS Our doors will be closing from 12 noon on Friday December 21 and reopening on Wednesday January 2. 2008 PROGRAM LAUNCHED! Our 2008 program of short courses and accredited training is now available! To request a brochure, call us on (03) 8610 9300 or email info@openchannel.org.au 'SHINE' ACTOR TO TUTOR PRESENT YOURSELF! Tutored by the fabulous team of Mike Hamilton and Randall Berger, who played the role of Isaac Stern in 'SHINE', this course will take you through the A - Z of on-camera presenting Enrol now... Dec 17 - 21 YOUNG FILMMAKERS SUMMER WORKSHOPS (13 - 17 yrs) These summer holidays, don't just watch films... learn how to make them! If you love film and TV and can see yourself behind the camera or in the director's chair, then you need OPEN CHANNEL's three-day, hands-on course for young people who want to make movies. Read more.. RAW NERVE 2008 OPEN CHANNEL is proud to announce the four successful finalists for Raw Nerve 2008 FRAMED 2008 We are pleased to announce that FRAMED will continue to present thought-provoking seminars on film, television and new media in 2008. Watch this space for further details.

Digital Filmmaking: Introductory Handbook (9th Edition) This comprehensive introduction to filmmaking is an essential tool for any screen practitioner. To order your copy... OPEN CHANNEL Launched at SHED 4! A special Launch event commemorating our new Docklands home took place on July 5 at SHED 4. See photos... OC Vobcast A selection of videos from OPEN CHANNEL's archives, partners and projects. More in OC CHANNEL... TUTORS WANTED OPEN CHANNEL is looking for industry professionals to hire as tutors or mentors. Read more... Special offer for all OC students Enrol in any of our accredited or short courses and you will receive an Equipment Voucher valid for 6 months that entitles you to a 50% discount on TWO day's equipment hire. Certificate IV in Training and Assessment In partnership with KAL Multimedia Training, OPEN CHANNEL is offering Members and affiliated tutors the rare opportunity to acquire the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAA40104 plus sections of TAA50104) for the amazing price of $568 (save over a $1200)! CALLING ALL ACTORS! OPEN CHANNEL is headhunting! Help us create a gallery of Actor headshots. Read more...

Accredited Courses, Short Courses and Customised Training

OPEN CHANNEL is renowned for providing first class short courses and accredited training as well as customised training, no matter what your level of skill or area of interest.

Customised Training

OPEN CHANNEL offers great prices for customised training.
Call Ian Dixon for a free quote on (03) 8610 9300.

Take the Next Step in Quality with HDV Recording

OPEN CHANNEL is pleased to offer the Sony HVR-A1P Camcorder as part of its hire equipment. The A1P is the latest addition to the Sony HDV camera range and provides a compact, entry-level HDV camera that makes use of some terrific new technology.

To book the A1P please contact Equipment and Facilities on (03) 8610 9302.

SHED 4 Fun on the Docks

Interested in becoming a tenant at OPEN CHANNEL's new home at SHED 4? Looking for production and/or rehearsal space? Need a venue for your event or office/studio space?

More information about SHED 4 and photos on Flickr

Where is OPEN CHANNEL?

Visit OPEN CHANNEL at Victoria Harbour, Docklands. Getting here is easy with our map and public transport guide.

More news in OPENLine

More news can be found in OPENLine, our monthly publication.

OPEN CHANNEL gratefully acknowledges the support of the Australian Film Commission
and Film Victoria.

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