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11/16/2024

11/15/2024

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11/07/2024

11/07/2024

also happens to have authored a chapter in the Project 2025 policy proposal outlining the conservative take on what the future of the FCC should look like under the next Republican President.

Highlights of his chapter include calls to rein in Big Tech via the elimination of Section 230 protections internet companies currently enjoy; to force internet companies to contribute to the Universal Service Fund (USF); to expand the list of companies which are deemed to pose a security risk to the U.S.; and to fully fund the Rip and Replace program to swap out suspect telecom equipment.”

Republicans have already laid out a policy roadmap for the FCC under a new administration — with Brendan Carr likely at the helm.

11/05/2024

Introduction to Editing with Adobe Premiere:
Learn the basics of editing with Adobe Premiere Pro including editing both video and audio, importing and organizing media, trimming clips, building a rough cut, and applying transitions.

Class size will be limited to 4. Please register NOW to get a seat in this class.

11/01/2024

FCPM is excited to present their first ever screenwriting class! The class will be taught by award-winning screenwriter, Kerry Devine, a Columbia College Film School alum, who has worked under the tutelage of Peabody award-winning screenwriter Durrell Royce Crays.

10/31/2024

There is a rumor that the Fc Public Media studios are haunted. Directors Anne Marie Merline and Jorie Kramer, pictured here, wish you all a Happy Halloween from FCPM!

10/29/2024

This Friday evening, art walk on over and see us in the lower level of the Center for Creativity, 200 Mathews Street. We’ll have the green screen ready. Holiday photos, anyone?

This Friday, November 1 you'll be able to enjoy Art walk under the holiday lights! Plan to come downtown for the holiday lighting ceremony and stay for Art Walk (and maybe dinner too!) Check out what the Art Walk businesses have planned for you on November 1 from 6 - 9 pm.

10/27/2024

For anyone in the FCPM community who might be interested…

Our free programs and services are built to address the unique needs of people working in the performing arts and entertainment community. We provide support for professionals across the country in film, theater, television, music, opera, radio and dance; we’re here for everyone onstage, on camera...

10/25/2024

"The filmmakers hope this production will inspire more films to be made in Colorado. They recommend future productions take advantage of the local talent. Gold advises: "I would say hire local crew because they're fantastic." Swift agrees: "Oh yeah, the best. Really talented.""

The production, filmed entirely in Colorado, offers a glimpse into the potential future of filmmaking in the Centennial State.

10/22/2024

Thanks to everyone who helped us celebrate last week!
Here are a few photos of the celebrations for our 20th Birthday and Community Media Day Party.
First Row: On Sunday, October 20, Larimer County Commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally (District 3), Larimer County Clerk and Recorder Tina Harris, and State Representative Cathy Kipp (House District 52) surfed the waves via green screen at our 20th Anniversary celebration for FCPM Members. Members, directors, and guests gathered for conversation, cookies, and hot apple cider at our 20th Birthday Celebration, which was also Community Media Day. Spell Binders Aimee McConnell and Valerie Young Baldwin, who is also a member of FC Public Media, visit a fairy tale cottage via the green screen during the party.

Second Row: On Tuesday, October 15, Fort Collins Mayor Pro Tem Emily Frances greeted directors Jorie Kramer and Katrina Pfannkuck with a proclamation declaring Sunday, October 20, 2024 as Community Media Day; Jorie speaks with the attendees at the Rocky Mountain PBS Above the Noise ""Undivide Us"" screening at the Lincoln Center in Fort Collins on Tuesday, October 15.

Third Row: Jorie and CSU journalism student, Jenn Dawson, who is also a member of the Deliberative Journalism Project of Northern Colorado, at the screening; Jorie with Adam Eggleston from Larimer County Snapshot News, and FCPM Director Anne Marie Merlin at the screening; Small group discussions following the showing of ""Undivide Us"" provided rich conversations for building community.

10/21/2024

We've been celebrating Community Media Day (October 20) for a week now - pictures to come! In the meantime, enjoy this video. Real people will tell you about the freedom of speech and the community enrichment they find at their local community media centers. Come join us to do the same.

Happy belated Community Media Day!

Community Media Centers across Minnesota celebrated free speech by participating in a spoken word recording. The recording was edited into a promotional spot...

10/19/2024

We did it! We submitted a proposal on how to use community media, both audio and video, to promote local businesses. Can't wait. FC Public Media is hosting a panel with Jorie Kramer (FC Public Media volunteer and long time marketeer), Sue Sutton (Pirate Radio 93.5 FM host and ad sales person), and Sabrina Davies, an FC Public Media volunteer and former radio host and ad sales person. Save the date for Marketing in Broadcast Media: Should Ya? Could Ya? Would Ya? We'll let you know if we make the cut, and when our panel will be if we get in.

Founded in FOCo's mission is to strengthen the entrepreneurial spirit of Fort Collins and Northern Colorado. Our week-long event March 10-14 is the pl...

10/17/2024

Sabrina and Jorie were interviewed by Sue Sutton on Pirate Radio this morning, and a good time was had by all. Thank you, Sue, for hosting us. Sabrina and Jorie enjoy all the great music Pirate Radio plays. Check out Pirate Radio at 93.5 FM. Or, https://pirateradio935.com

Did you know that there is a place in Fort Collins where you can learn how to be on TV, bring your show idea to life, learn how to produce, edit, and broadcast to the local area? It's called FC Public Media and there are many volunteer opportunities to explore all things TV, video and podcasting. Jorie and Sabrina came aboard to fill us in on this media channel and the opportunities available for anyone interested. How fun! More info: https://www.fcpublicmedia.org/