WSU Media Arts

New Website 2026!

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Welcome back! From now on we will be using our new website for all things MAER. We will occasionally be using this blog for announcements as we phase out our old platform. Our email is still the same and you can now use the website to find open edit, webcheckout as well as a new student showcase and our YouTube channel. If there is anything you think we might need on the website feel free to send us a message via the contact form.

Thank you for your patience as we are redesigning the MAERs social platforms and in person feel.

You can find our website at WSUMediaArts.com

Have a beautiful rest of the semester, we look forward to seeing you!

Phone Lines Down!

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 18:11:00 +0000

At the moment our phone lines are down! We are transitioning over to Microsoft Teams! Please find us via our email WSUMediaarts or simply search Media Arts Equipment room while logged into your student account on outlook! Text us via private chat or call, we will soon have video chat up and working.

Thank you so much for your cooperation and understanding. If you need to, please come see us in the office!

Welcome Back!

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 17:14:00 +0000

We hope you have all had an amazing summer! The MAER is officially open! You can find our hours on our blog! Please note that any updated policies will be presented to you in your classes! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, we hope to see you soon!

EQUIPMENT LAST CALL !

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 17:52:00 +0000

Dear Filmmakers,

This is a reminder that December 9th is the final day to check out equipment. All equipment must be returned by Wednesday, December 11th.

Failure to return equipment by the deadline will result in a hold being placed on your account.

We hope you have a wonderful holiday break, and we look forward to seeing you in the new year! If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

THANKSGIVING ANNOUNCEMENT MAER CLOSED

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Hello and Happy Holidays!

As Thanksgiving Break approaches please note that the MAER will be closed from Wednesday the 27th to Friday the 29th of November! If you had prior checkout we have already reached out to you to confirm that you will be returning after break!

If you have any questions or need assistance, please give us a call or send an email!

MAER CLOSED: Friday, November 15th

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 22:14:00 +0000

The MAER will be closed Friday November 15th. No pick ups or returns can happen on that day. Please plan accordingly. Please remember our 48 hour policy when placing your reservations. If you have any questions please give us a call, or shoot us an email. Remember, we are only able to respond DURING our open hours.

Have a beautiful week

MAER CLOSED

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 17:16:00 +0000

Due to Fall break, the MAER will not be open the 14th and 15th. If you have already sent in an equipment reservation we have adjusted the drop offs to the 16th, please refer to your emails. The site will allow you to submit reservations for Friday till 3:45 today the 9th.

Please send us an email or give us a call if you have any questions or concerns. Have a beautiful break!

It is the start of a new semester!

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 19:36:00 +0000

Happy September! Just a few notes. We have updated the MAER hours which are listed above! Please understand that we are only able to answer and respond to calls/emails during these hours. If equipment is requested over the weekend and we have not confirmed or discussed this with you, please do not expect it to be ready the following Monday.

All equipment requests must be made 48 hours before pick up, NO exceptions. Lateness will result in a $10 fee each hour until returned.

Please refer to the new policies and procedures that are posted on the blog. If you have any questions please feel free to come into the MAER for a chat!

Have a beautiful semester!

On Set Survival Guide

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Tue, 14 May 2024 23:15:00 +0000

First time on a set? Whether it is for a short film, a commercial, or a major film these tips will help! Every set is different. It is always important to be observant, respectful and active. Don't forget those "show blacks" and comfy shoes!

We cannot provide all the answers, but we can provide some insight! Here are some articles and videos to ease your nerves!

Film Set Lingo

15 Weird Filmmaking Terms

Above The Line VS Below The Line

Editors!

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Tue, 14 May 2024 22:26:00 +0000

On the post production team? Take this guidance!

Articles

- Logging Footage

- What Are J-Cuts and L-Cuts?

Camera team! Check these out!

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Tue, 14 May 2024 21:31:00 +0000

Need some help before you step on set? Give these a watch!

Articles to check out

- Camera Department Lingo

- Canon Log

- Video Format and Settings

- Frame Rate Importance!

- Cleaning Camera Sensor

- Timecode

- Wheelchairs and Filmmaking

- ND filters VS polarizing filters

Grip? Here's some help!

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Tue, 14 May 2024 21:11:00 +0000

Were you recently appointed a spot on the grip team? Here's some videos for you to checkout before you get on set!

LAST CHANCE FOR EQUIPMENT

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 17:51:00 +0000

Greetings!

As we arrive at the end of the semester here is an update on equipment packages. The last time to rent equipment will be on the 19th, this means the last day to put in an equipment request in is on the 17th!

All checkouts must be returned by the 22nd of April. That is the last day the MAER is open to the public, we will not be making any exceptions of past due equipment. If you cannot abide by our policies, your next semester privileges will be affected and you will start off with one sanction.

Please coordinate with your professors and crews in order to have an efficient and safe shoot within these last few weeks if necessary! Have a beautiful summer and we will see you next semester!

Reach out if you have any questions, or come visit us at the MAER!

SPRING BREAK ANNOUNCEMENT

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 21:30:00 +0000

Happy Spring!

The MAER will NOT be open over spring break from March 11th to the 17th. We will resume checkouts and open edits, March 18th. Thank you for your patience and we look forward to seeing you all once you get back.

CLASSROOM RENTAL AVAILABILITY

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 21:16:00 +0000

If you are looking to rent a classroom out for a few hours, please make an appointment through Open Edit, then go to Physical Locations. We will process your request and let you know if you have been approved! If you have any questions please shoot us an email!

Production Classroom:

M - 10:00am - 11:00am & 2:30pm - 5:30pm

T - 12:45pm - 2:00pm

W - 10:00am - 11:00am & 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Th - 12:45pm - 2:00pm

F - 12:30pm - 4:45pm

Seminar Classroom:

M - 10:00am - 8:30pm

T - 10:00am - 2:00pm

W - 10:00am - 8:30pm

Th - 12:45pm - 7:30pm

F - 10:00am - 4:30pm

"Be There" Industry Recruitment Campaign

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 21:35:00 +0000

The Michigan Association of Broadcasters (MAB) recently launched a multifaceted industry recruitment campaign - “Be There." The marketing effort includes impactful television and radio spots, social media, printed materials, and a long-form video. These resources, along with a new website BeThereMichigan.com, showcase career opportunities available at TV and radio stations across the state.

Click the image to learn more!

MAER Hours

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Please note, When requesting your appointment...

A 48-Hour advanced notice is required for requesting a Check Out.

A 12-Hour advanced notice is required for requesting an OpenEdit.

HOURS

Monday/Wednesday - 11:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday/Thursday - 11:30pm - 8:00pm
Friday - 12:00pm - 5:00pm

All requests must be made via WebCheckout
Please refer to our WCO "how-to" videos on our YouTube channel.
Equipment Checkouts will not be confirmed if you are not approved by your instructor.
Frequently Asked Questions

DJI RONIN 4D

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 14:53:00 +0000

IATSE Negotiations Update

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 01:53:00 +0000

The studios have made some concessions on IATSE’s demands regarding long production hours, but an agreement still remains “a ways off,” according to an update from one IATSE local on Thursday.

David O’Ferrall, the business agent of IATSE Local 487, told members that the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers had agreed to 10-hour turnaround times on all productions. He also said there had been “movement on weekend turnarounds” — one of the union’s top priorities.

Negotiators are hoping to avert a strike, which would shut down TV and film production across the country. More than 52,000 IATSE members voted over the weekend to authorize IATSE’s chief Matthew D. Loeb to call a strike if the union’s demands are not met.

In honor of International Women's Day, congrats to 'Abortion Helpline, This is Lisa' for being on the Oscars shortlist!

communication@wayne.edu (Unknown) — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 02:13:00 +0000

PROGRAM ONE - COM 5420 | DIRECTORS WORKSHOP FALL 2020

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 15:59:00 +0000

PROGRAM TWO - COM 5400 | TECHNIQUES OF FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION FALL 2020

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 15:30:00 +0000

Brown Girls Doc Mafia Fundtraiser ends at Midnight PST!

communication@wayne.edu (Unknown) — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 18:02:00 +0000

News from our Community

A Brown Girls Doc Mafia fundraiser & Safari Restaurant GoFundMe

Brown Girls Doc Mafia fundraiser ends TONIGHT at midnight PST

We support Brown Girls Doc Mafia (BGDM), an initiative advocating
for over 4,000+ women and non-binary people of color working in the documentary film industry around the world. BGDM is vital to the
nonfiction film industry, and ScreeningRoom is committed to
helping BGDM raise $400k through the month of August.

Uplift Black, Indigenous, and People of Color film professionals and storytellers following @browngirlsdocmafia, donating, sharing the campaign.

#GoFundBGDM

BGDM members are changing the game.
The future of the documentary industry is ALSO in our hands!
Today is the last day of #GoFundBGDM. Donate now!

Dept. of Comm Town Hall | July 1st @ 5pm

communication@wayne.edu (MAER) — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:11:00 +0000

Students and Educators: 3-Month Subscription Sale NOW

communication@wayne.edu (Unknown) — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 14:01:00 +0000

Students and Educators!

WSU Media Arts

New Website 2026!

Phone Lines Down!

Welcome Back!

EQUIPMENT LAST CALL !

THANKSGIVING ANNOUNCEMENT MAER CLOSED

MAER CLOSED: Friday, November 15th

MAER CLOSED

It is the start of a new semester!

On Set Survival Guide

Editors!

Camera team! Check these out!

Grip? Here's some help!

LAST CHANCE FOR EQUIPMENT

SPRING BREAK ANNOUNCEMENT

CLASSROOM RENTAL AVAILABILITY

"Be There" Industry Recruitment Campaign

MAER Hours

DJI RONIN 4D

IATSE Negotiations Update

In honor of International Women's Day, congrats to 'Abortion Helpline, This is Lisa' for being on the Oscars shortlist!

PROGRAM ONE - COM 5420 | DIRECTORS WORKSHOP FALL 2020

PROGRAM TWO - COM 5400 | TECHNIQUES OF FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION FALL 2020

Brown Girls Doc Mafia Fundtraiser ends at Midnight PST!

News from our Community

A Brown Girls Doc Mafia fundraiser & Safari Restaurant GoFundMe

Brown Girls Doc Mafia fundraiser ends TONIGHT at midnight PST

Dept. of Comm Town Hall | July 1st @ 5pm

Students and Educators: 3-Month Subscription Sale NOW

Register now and pay only $24.99 USD for a 3-month subscription to
Pro Tools, Media Composer | Ultimate, or Sibelius | Ultimate.

Registration ends July 31, 2020.

Don’t wait—dream big and keep creating until your next session.

WSU Media Arts

New Website 2026!

Phone Lines Down!

Welcome Back!

EQUIPMENT LAST CALL !

THANKSGIVING ANNOUNCEMENT MAER CLOSED

MAER CLOSED: Friday, November 15th

MAER CLOSED

It is the start of a new semester!

On Set Survival Guide

Editors!

Camera team! Check these out!

Grip? Here's some help!

LAST CHANCE FOR EQUIPMENT

SPRING BREAK ANNOUNCEMENT

CLASSROOM RENTAL AVAILABILITY

"Be There" Industry Recruitment Campaign

MAER Hours

DJI RONIN 4D

IATSE Negotiations Update

In honor of International Women's Day, congrats to 'Abortion Helpline, This is Lisa' for being on the Oscars shortlist!

PROGRAM ONE - COM 5420 | DIRECTORS WORKSHOP FALL 2020

PROGRAM TWO - COM 5400 | TECHNIQUES OF FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION FALL 2020

Brown Girls Doc Mafia Fundtraiser ends at Midnight PST!

News from our Community

A Brown Girls Doc Mafia fundraiser & Safari Restaurant GoFundMe

Brown Girls Doc Mafia fundraiser ends TONIGHT at midnight PST

Dept. of Comm Town Hall | July 1st @ 5pm

Students and Educators: 3-Month Subscription Sale NOW

Register now and pay only $24.99 USD for a 3-month subscription toPro Tools, Media Composer | Ultimate, or Sibelius | Ultimate.

Registration ends July 31, 2020.

Don’t wait—dream big and keep creating until your next session.

Register now and pay only $24.99 USD for a 3-month subscription to
Pro Tools, Media Composer | Ultimate, or Sibelius | Ultimate.