TOC Public Relations

Law Enforcement | Fire Service | Public Safety

Public Relations, OIS, and Critical Incident Consultation
Public Safety Website Design & Development
Recruiting, Critical Incident, and OIS Photo and Video Services

Professional Video Production

August 5 – 6, 2025

Santa Maria, CA

About The Course

This comprehensive two-day video course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to maximize the potential of DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Day one focuses on camera settings, achieving proper exposure, and lighting techniques. Day two delves into basic editing techniques and color theory. Through a combination of practical exercises and guided demonstrations, participants will gain hands-on experience and confidence in capturing stunning video and enhancing them through post-processing.

Equipment Required

    • DSLR or Mirrorless Camera with manual control capabilities and 1080p/4k video output
    • Laptop equipped with your computer-based video editing software installed (e.g., Finalcut Pro, Premiere Pro, Davinci Resolve)

Topics Covered:

    • Introduction to DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras
    • Exposure Triangle
    • Metering and Focus Techniques
    • White Balance and Image Quality
    • Introduction to Editing Software
    • Editing Techniques and Workflow
    • Introduction to Color Theory
    • Video Project Applying Learned Techniques

By the end of this course, participants will have a solid understanding of camera settings, exposure control, and editing techniques. They will be able to confidently use their DSLR or mirrorless cameras to capture high-quality imagery and enhance them through basic editing. Whether you are a beginner or an enthusiast looking to improve your skills, this course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to take your videos to the next level.

Travel Information

Airport:
Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX / KSMX)
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
San Luis Obispo Airport (SBP)

Hotel:
Radisson Hotel
3455 Skyway Drive
Santa Maria, CA 93455
(805) 928-8000

**Ask for government rate.

Santa Maria Inn
801 South Broadway
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 928-7777

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Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, Santa Maria
2100 N. Broadway
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 928-6000

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Fairfield Inn and Suites (Marriott)
2061 North Roemer Court
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 925-8500

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Hampton Inn & Suites
2190 Preisker Lane
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 424-1414

**Call to confirm rates.

A TOC Public Relations videographer films a police recruiting video.
Date

August 5 – 6, 2025

Time

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location

Santa Maria Police Department
1111 W. Betteravia Rd.
Santa Maria, CA 93458

TOC Public Relations

425 30th Street #19
Newport Beach, CA 92663

Office

(909) 291-9199

Email

info@tocpublicrelations.com