Seminars

Jeff Sandstrom is an independent music producer and engineer who has been in the industry for 20+ years. His resume includes mixing front of house for artists such as Chris Tomlin, Passion, Israel Houghton. Jeff is also a Partner in MxU, creating better leaders and better mixers.

This is going to be a seminar to remember, and an opportunity to learn from one of the best in the industry!

Event cost $50. If you are a School of Tech Arts student or volunteer at Gateway Church, contact us for special rates! Secure your spot today, and register here:
https://gatewaypeople.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/177311

Have questions?
info@schooloftecharts.com | 817-755-0650

Brad Schiller is coming to The School of Tech Arts in April!!

With nearly 30 years’ experience in the lighting industry, we consider Brad Schiller to be an industry veteran. Brad has been involved with many types of productions including theatre, television, concerts, film, architectural, dance, and industrials.  Some of his projects include: The 1996 Academy Awards, The Capitol of Puerto Rico, The Sydney 2000 Olympic Games Opening and Closing Ceremonies, and more!

In addition to his experience, Brad is the author of The Automated Lighting Programmer’s Handbook, published by Focal Press.  From basic principles of automated lighting, to pre-production preparations, the text details concepts, procedures, and guidelines to ensure a successful production.  The third edition was released in October 2016.

This is going to be a seminar to remember, and an opportunity to learn from one of the best in the industry!

Event cost $50. If you are a School of Tech Arts student or volunteer at Gateway Church, contact us for special rates! Secure your spot today, and register here: https://gatewaychurch.infellowship.com/Forms/357339

Have questions? Contact Coordinator, Vivian Smith at vivian.smith@gatewaystaff.com or call 817-552-5884.

Event Details:

Live Video Seminar with Alan Carter | Tuesday, March 21 through Wednesday, March 22 | Gateway Church North Fort Worth Campus

4209 Basswood Blvd, Fort Worth, TX | 9:00am – 5:00pm

Lunch will not be provided for this event, however, there will be a lunch break and local restaurants for you to check out.

Attendance is $50, and registration is required to attend To begin registration, simply click the registration link below and follow the instructions

Registration Link:

https://gatewaychurch.infellowship.com/Forms/354300

Have questions? Contact Coordinator, Vivian Smith at vivian.smith@gatewaystaff.com or call 817-552-5884.

As one of the first miniature microphone developers, DPA Microphones has empowered originality and innovation throughout the entertainment industry. Their mini mics have paved the way for creative expression in the musical and theater industry. Soon after, these same mics conquered the film and TV industry with their honest sound and amazing flexibility.

Event Details:

DPA Microphone Workshop | Tuesday, February 21 | Gateway Church Southlake Campus

700 Blessed Way, Southlake, TX 76092 | 9:30am – 4:30pm

This workshop will be a basic introduction to condenser microphones and general DPA minis including:

• Explanation about off-axis response and the importance of linearity
• Introducing omni vs. directional microphones (pros and cons)
• Placing the mics on and instruments and listening to the change according to placement.
• Placing the mics on individual people and listening to changes in speech intelligibility according to placement
• Myths, traditions and old habits are discussed in theory
• Ground principles in most common used microphones | Condenser, Dynamic, Omni, and Cardioid

This seminar’s main purpose is to focus on different placement possibilities of microphones on an instrument and a person. Sessions will be recorded and played back for comparison and playing the instrument while placing the mics in various positions.

Lunch will not be provided for this event, however, there will be a lunch break and local restaurants for you to check out.

Attendance is FREE, but registration is required! To begin registration, simply click the registration link below. Once logged in, select the “DPA Microphone Workshop” seminar and “2/21/2017” as the seminar date.

Registration Link:

https://gatewaychurch.infellowship.com/Forms/349299

Have questions? Contact Coordinator, Vivian Smith at vivian.smith@gatewaystaff.com or call 817-552-5884.

Learn from one of the top pros in audio system tuning! This two-day seminar will be held at Gateway Church’s North Fort Worth Campus: 4209 Basswood Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76137.

Ed Crippen has been helping Gateway Audio systems sound their best for the past several years. Ed is going to be with us to walk us through his process of system design, installation, tuning and troubleshooting issues. Ed’s primary role at Clark is to commission audio systems for new installs. He implements the sound design created in CAD drawings and oversees the alignment and optimization of that audio system in the actual environment. Ed also provides follow-up services for existing installs for Clark by re-tuning systems, troubleshooting, and repair of audio issues.

Ed is currently the senior audio engineer for Clark, has more than 20 years of touring experience, and spent 15 years working with GoLive productions and CTS audio out of Nashville, Tennessee. He has toured with Women of Faith as the primary FOH engineer coordinating their events in large scale sports arenas throughout the US, and with artists such as Stephen Curtis Chapman, Amy Grant, Point of Grace and more!

Registration is $50. If you are are a School of Tech Arts student or Gateway Staff, please contact coordinator, Vivian Smith for possible special rates at vivian.smith@gatewaystaff.com.

SOTA Students along with other attendees will have the opportunity to learn from one of the true legends in the video production industry during this two-day seminar at Gateway Church’s North Fort Worth Campus: 4209 Basswood Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76137.

The Emmy Award-winning Ennis is currently the director of Wheel of Fortune. He also has helmed installments of such game shows as Family Feud and Supermarket Sweep and been a technical director on The Bold & The Beautiful, Hollywood Squares, The Price Is Right and The Young & the Restless.

Registration is required for this event. Secure your spot for only $50. If you are are a School of Tech Arts student or Gateway Staff, please contact coordinator, Vivian Smith for possible special rates at vivian.smith@gatewaystaff.com.

DiGiCo / Group One Limited will be hosting two trainings days in Dallas, TX on Thursday 13th October 2016 @ Gateway Church – Grand Prairie Campus, 2404 North Carrier Parkway, Grand Prairie, TX, 75050

This training and overview series will provide attendees with a strong introduction to the DiGiCo mixing environment, whilst also ensuring topics such as system configuration and setup are covered. Multi-track playback and the ability to mix down to headphones will ensure plenty of hands-on time to put into practice what has been learnt throughout the day.

This is a great event for those interested in DiGiCo and what it has to offer as a mixing platform as well as those familiar with DiGiCo. With the release of StealthCore 2, new exciting tools are available throughout the SD-Series and what better way to explore these amazing new options than to join us, for what will be a great and informative day!

• Morning Refreshments Provided
• Lunch will be Provided
• Bring your favorite pair of headphones / in-ears monitors

Schedule for the day
8:30 am Check-In, Q & A and Coffee!
9:00 am 1st Session
12:30 pm Lunch (Provided)
1:00 pm 2nd Session
4:30 pm Q & A
5:00 pm End