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Video Services
Media Technology Services (MTS) provides a range of video services for the Brandeis community.
Need immediate assistance? Contact MTS at 781-736-4632
Academic Video:
- Audio/Visual equipment and services
- Lecture Capture request form
- Media duplication request
- Online Course Videos (add a video to my LATTE course)
- Contact: Tim O'Neil, 781-736-4429 or Ken Hebert, 781-736-4603
Video Recording & Production:
- Request Live Event Recording/Broadcasting/Production Services
- Recording & Production Labor & Service Fees
- Getz Multimedia Lab: video/audio production software & equipment
- MTS Video Studio (Goldfarb 016)
- Contact: Chris Anderson, 781-736-4662
Screening Rooms:
- Shiffman 219
- Reserve Shiffman 219 through the Registrar's office, or:
- Contact: MTS, 781-736-4429
- Wasserman Cinematheque
- Reserve through Conference & Events Services, or:
- Contact: Film, Television and Interactive Media Program, 781-736-8270
Videoconferencing:
- Videoconferencing request form
- Videoconferencing Fees
- View Classroom and Conference Room Technology Guides
- Contact: Tim O'Neil, 781-736-4429 or Ken Hebert, 781-736-4603
Video Streaming & Broadcasting:
- Streaming & Broadcasting Fees
- Contact: Tim O'Neil, 781-736-4429
IPTV Services:
- IPTV Setup and Channels
- Contact: Ken Hebert, 781-736-4603
Digital signage:
- Design and consultation, installation, maintenance and support.
- Contact: Ken Hebert, 781-736-4603
Equipment Rentals & Service Fees
Equipment and services are provided at no charge for Brandeis academic use in registrar-scheduled activities and learning spaces.
Equipment Rentals
Contact: Media Services, 781-736-4632.
You must return equipment on time to avoid late charges.| Video Equipment | University Sponsored | External Organizations |
|---|---|---|
| Cameras | ||
| Digital (3-CCD chip) HD Cam pckg w/ tripod, headphones, ambient mic |
$85 | $135 |
| Digital (3-CCD chip) DV Cam pckg w/ tripod, headphones, ambient mic | $50 | $75 |
| Live multi-cam switching & production rack | $185 | $250 |
| Live HD multi-cam switching & production rack | $275 | $350 |
| Video - Document Camera | $35 | $50 |
| Display | ||
| Data Display Flat Screen (40" +) |
CALL | CALL |
| Data Projection Screen (4-6 ft.) | $10 | $15 |
| Data Projection Screen (7-8 ft.) | $20 |
$30 |
| 20" TV w/ built-in DVD or VHS player on cart | $45 | $65 |
| Large TV/Monitor w/Cart (2-man delivery req.) | $75 | $125 |
| Projectors | ||
| Data: LCD or DLP (up to 3000 lumens) | $75 | $125 |
| Data: LCD or DLP (3000-6000 lumens) |
$150 | $225 |
| Data: LCD or DLP (6000 lumens +) | $225 | $325 |
| 16mm Film Projector |
$35 | $50 |
| Players | ||
| DVD, VHS, Legacy Decks (limited inventory) | $25 | $40 |
| Digital Deck (e.g. mini-dv) | $50 | N/A |
| Other:Blu-ray, Beta sp, etc. | CALL | CALL |
| 20" TV w/ built-in DVD or VHS player on cart | $45 | $65 |
| Video Distribution | ||
| Closed-circuit or streaming box (tech required) |
$150 | $225 |
| Network (LAN) Broadcaster (tech required) |
$75 | $125 |
Contact: Media Services, 781-736-4632.
You must return equipment on time to avoid late charges.Contact: Media Services, 781-736-4632.
You must return equipment on time to avoid late charges.| Computer Equipment | University Sponsored | External Organizations |
|---|---|---|
| Laptop (Windows) |
$45 | $65 |
| PC Prompter Monitor (15"-19") |
$25 |
$40 |
| 1x2 PC (rgb or vga) distribution amplifier | $25 | $40 |
| 2x1 PC (rgb or vga) switcher | $25 | $40 |
| Digital PC Scan Converter | $85 | $135 |
| Wireless mouse | $15 | $25 |
| Wireless keyboard | $25 | $40 |
Contact: Media Services, 781-736-4632.
You must return equipment on time to avoid late charges.| Other AV Equipment | University Sponsored | External Organizations |
|---|---|---|
| Overhead Project (acetate sheet) |
$10 | $15 |
| 35mm Slide Projector |
$35 | $50 |
| Slide Tray (only if not returned) | $12 | $12 |
Contact: Media Services, 781-736-4632.
You must return equipment on time to avoid late charges.| Presentation Accessories | University Sponsored | External Organizations |
|---|---|---|
| A/C Cord, Power Strip, Roll Cart, Projector Stand, etc. |
No charge | $5 |
| Laser pointer (color based on availability) |
$10 | $15 |
| Speaker timer |
$25 | $35 |
| Gaffers Tape (per roll) |
$15 | $15 |
LTS offers a substantial, sliding-scale discount on event-related technology and equipment rental to Brandeis student groups.
- Contact: Media Services, 781-736-4632.
- AV Support Request form
- View all equipment rental fees
To be eligible for the discount, student groups must:
- Be recognized by the student government.
- Obtain authorized signature on the rental form from either the Dept. of Student Activities or Conference and Events Services.
- Use equipment for an official group function.
- Use equipment on-campus only.
- Pick up and return equipment during regular MTS office hours.
- Transport, set-up and strike equipment.
- Receive training on equipment (if required by MTS).
- Student groups meeting the above criteria may rent equipment from MTS at the following discounted rates:
| Regular Rate |
Student Group Discount Rate |
| Under $25 | No Charge (N/C) |
| $25 - $99 | $25 |
| $100 - $249 | $50 |
| $250 - $499 | $75 |
| $500 or above | $100 + 20% of university affiliated charges |
Guidelines:
- Inventory is available on a limited basis. Depending on general campus activity and demand, we reserve the right to limit the number of simultaneous and repeat rentals in order to provide equitable support for the entire University.
- Academic and event use has priority over student groups: and in some cases, confirmation of availability may be withheld until one week before the event, regardless of how far in advance the request is made.
- A minimum one week notice is required to reserve equipment.
- Equipment training is available.
- Student group is responsible for damaged or stolen equipment.
Labor & Service Fees
Contact: Tim O'Neil, 781-736-4429
| Labor Fees | University Sponsored | External Organizations |
|---|---|---|
| Set-up/Strike/Transport - Tier I (up to 30 minutes) | ||
| Regular hours: | $35 | $50 |
| After hours: | 1.5 x regular rate | 1.5 x regular rate |
| Set-up/Strike/Transport - Tier II (over 30 minutes or tech support) | ||
| Regular hours: | $75 | $125 |
| After hours: | 1.5 x regular rate | 1.5 x regular rate |
| Tech I: General AV Operator | ||
| Regular hours: | $25/hr | $35/hr |
| After hours: | $37.50/hr | $52.50/hr |
| Tech II: Specialist | ||
| Regular hours: | $40/hr | $50/hr |
| After hours: | $60/hr | $75/hr |
| Non-academic Use | University Sponsored | External Organizations |
|---|---|---|
| Classroom/Conference Room Technology | $35 | $50 |
| Sound System | $15 | $25 |
| Contact: Media Services, 781-736-4632. | ||
| Videoconferencing | University Sponsored | External Organizations |
|---|---|---|
| IP Videoconferencing Suite | No charge | $40/hour |
| ISDN Videoconferencing Suite | ISDN carrier fees | $40/hr + ISDN carrier fees |
| IP Portable System | $85 | $135 |
|
ISDN Portable System |
$85 + ISDN carrier fees | $135 + ISDN carrier fees |
| Desktop Videoconferencing (Tandberg 150) | ISDN carrier fees |
$50 + ISDN carrier fees |
| Rates do not include potential Tech labor fees. Contact: Tim O'Neil, 781-736-4429 |
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| Streaming & Broadcasting | University Sponsored | External Organizations |
|---|---|---|
| Live Streaming Station (Tech II support required) | $150 | $225 |
| Campus Network Video Broadcaster (Tech II support required) | $75 | $125 |
| Rates do not include potential Tech labor fees. Contact: Tim O'Neil, 781-736-4429 |
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