IATSE 122 Classes:
Once you have signed up for a class, attendance is mandatory. Materials, Times, Locations, and Number of Classes are all dependent on proper attendance. Make sure you include all contact information so that way you can be notified of changes. If for some reason you have to cancel, please send an email to the Education Committee so that you can be removed from the list.
Currently, you can sign up for these classes with Carol at the Hall, or contact the teacher at their contact email listed below. Class fee is due at the class location when you arrive to attend.
All Classes sponsored by IATSE Local 122 require that students are enrolled within the work availablity roster. If you are not enrolled to work with IATSE Local 122, please check here to learn about joining IATSE Local 122.
Digital Console Class - Old Globe Theater, October 30, 2008.
Click here to download handouts
Training meetings will be held on the first Monday of every month from 5pm-6:30pm.
All Pre-apprentice members are required to attend at least 4 meetings a year to complete the pre-apprentice program.
This is for all employees who are represented by IATSE Local 122 to gather information, express their concerns and keep up to date on the latest information that affects their lives, such as political information, work, benefits etc. This is your opportunity to ask questions and learn more about your union, it's programs, and how you can become part of our long tradition of excellence.
Basic Skills training will happen during each of these meetings. These meeting will cover technical abilities, industry specific information, and union specific information. The list below is a guide, and may change at the last minute depending on instructor availability. Please check this site on the day of a class to make sure the information you expect is still the current plan.
Please attend. Remember it's your Union too.
2010 |
January 4
| Truss and Rigging
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February 1
| Component Video Concepts
| This is an important class for anyone interested in working in video departments. If you missed the Winter workshop - make sure you make it to this class.
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| March 1 - ON SITE CLASS! |
Hands-On Audio Basics
| This class will be held on-site at the Balboa Theater. This class will cover "Hand's-On" time using audio equipment. This is a basic skills class and test information will be discussed Click here to download the handout
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April 5
| Block & Tackle Rigging
| This class will be taught by one of our lead riggers, Brendan Berg. He plans to cover the important aspects of Block & Tackle Rigging. This will cover pulleys, line(rope), and mechanical advantage. This topic easily related to motor, wire rope, and spanset rigging. Test information will be covered during this class.
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May 3
| Canceled | |
June 7
| Understanding Picket Lines | One of the most difficult things to understand about being a part of a union is Picket Lines. There are different types of pickets, and there is both legal and expected obligations for the union members to understand.
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July 5
| TBA |
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| August 2 - ON SITE CLASS! | Simple motor construction/ using simple pneumatic solenoids | This class will be held at 5PM at the Old Globe Technical Center.
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November 1
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December 6
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| 1-on-1 Classes: Always available private classes |
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| 1-on-1 Training: Stage Rigging |
| Dates & Times: | To be scheduled via e-mail |
| Location: | Old Globe Theatre |
| Skill Level: | Beginning | Cost: | $0 |
| Class Size Limit: | 1-2 | | |
| Materials Required: | Notebook, Pencil |
| Teacher: | Christian Thorsen | Contact: | Christian Thorsen |
| Class Information: | Get 1-on-1 training in stage rigging and carpentry. Learn about working on a stage, using a counterweight and double purchase flyrail system, as well as other important parts of stage carpentry, Contact Christian Thorsen via email to book your personal instruction. |
| 1-on-1 Training: Electrics |
| Dates & Times: | To be scheduled via e-mail |
| Location: | TBA |
| Skill Level: | Beginning | Cost: | $0 |
| Class Size Limit: | 1-2 | | |
| Materials Required: | Notebook, Pencil |
| Teacher: | Franklin Gray
| Contact: | Franklin Gray
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| Class Information: | 1 on 1 training in electrics. This is an open class where the student should contact Franklin Gray with what they would like to learn. This can cover any area from power, focus, hanging, spotlight, programing etc. Students can always come back to learn more. Classes are to be booked directly with Franklin via email. |
| 1-on-1 Training: Audio |
| Dates & Times: | To be scheduled via e-mail |
| Location: | The Balboa Theatre
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| Skill Level: | Beginning | Cost: | $0 |
| Class Size Limit: | 1-2 | | |
| Materials Required: | Notebook, Pencil |
| Teacher: | Jason Chaney
| Contact: | Jason Chaney |
| Class Information: | 1 on 1 training in audio. This is an open class where the student should contact Jason Chaney with what they would like to learn. This can cover any level of audio expertice. Students can always come back to learn more. Classes are to be booked directly with Jason via email. |
| Outside Education Resources |
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Industry Classes:
There are many classes offered by manufacturers and industry organizations to help professionals advance their skills. Here you will find links to upcoming classes that you may wish to attend.
Yamaha Digital Mixing
Yamaha Digital System Training
San Diego County Continuing Education
http://www.sdce.edu/
San Diego County has free continuing education classes available at 10 locations. The best part is, most classes are 1 to 3 sessions and require no registration. If you are off that day you can just show up. Some classes have already begun, but there are a great number starting every month.
Topics covered range from the most basic computer introduction to more advanced graphic and video programs. Programs covered include Microsoft Office (Including Powerpoint as a single class), Photoshop, Flash, and many others. Take a serious look at this site and use this valuable resource. There are a number of classes and certificates that can benefit you professionally and personally.
Labor Studies
The San Diego - Imperial Counties Labor Council and San Diego City College are offering classes and programs designed for union representatives, members of unions, labor leaders, industry coordinators and others interested in labor management relations and studies.
San Diego City College Labor Studies Program
San Diego and Imperial Counties Labor Council Classes
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