The University of Texas-Pan American
 
Video Services
The video production unit of Video Services provides video production services to university departments. The types of services provided include script preparation and pre-production assistance; in-field and in-studio videotaping; nonlinear digital video editing; and video duplication. We utilize BETACAM SP and DVCAM format video cameras for acquisition, and AVID nonlinear editing systems for post-production editing.
The types of video programming we create include the production of instructional material utilized by faculty to augment coursework; the videotaping of events or performances on campus; and the creation of university related training/orientation/promotional videos. If interested in these services, please follow the procedures for requesting video production services. There is a fee for labor and materials which is billable through departmental accounts via IDT’s. For price listing see our rate sheet.


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Procedures for Requesting Videotaping Services

  • Provide a written description of the service you are requesting. Description should include topic of program, target audience, and the benefits to the university the program will impart.
  • Provide the designated university account information. Video Services will verify the availability of funds before any project commences production.
  • All software item costs, such as tape stock, are the responsibility of the requester.
  • An itemized breakdown sheet detailing specific hours worked and supplies used will be given to the requester for final payment.
  • All footage acquired by Video Services is archived, designated as stock-footage and is the property of Video Services.
  • Video Services reserves the right to use footage from any production for current or future projects so long as its use does not compromise the integrity of the original project.

Duplication Services

Video Services has the ability to duplicate instructional video materials for faculty and staff. Duplication of copyrighted material cannot be done without expressed written permission from the copyright owner. For transfers to DVD, the following disclaimer is in effect:

Not all DVD players are capable of playing or reading DVD-R or DVD+R discs. Recordable DVD-R and DVD+R discs are "burned" with a laser and have a slightly different format than retail DVD's. Playing laser-burned DVD's require capabilities that most, but not all DVD players have.

There is a fee for labor and materials for this service. For price listing see our rate sheet. For duplication requests of more than 10, an outside duplication company may be required.

Satellite Downlink Services

Video Services provides satellite downlink services to university departments and administrative offices. Our satellite receiver is capable of receiving most analog C-Band and KU-Band satellite broadcasts. The receiver is in the Academic Services Building; however, the signals can be routed to other locations on campus.

Contact Video Services to request the reception of a satellite broadcast. The requestor is responsible for all registration fees required to receive the broadcast. Please provide the satellite coordinates to Video Services at least 5 days in advance to verify that the satellite’s reception is acceptable.

There is a fee for satellite downlinking and recording services. For price listing see our rate sheet.

Rate Sheet

Audio/Visual Installation; Repair; and Maintenance $35.00 per hour plus materials
Event shooting or editing $25.00 per hour per video professional
Satellite Downlink Service $25.00 for 1st hour. Additional hours at $10.00 per hour
Scripted and Edited Video Production $125.00 per finished minute
Video Duplication Service $5.00 per copy
DVCAM tape stock 124 minutes $25.00 ea.
DVCAM tape stock 64 minutes $16.50 ea.
VHS videotape cassette $3.40 per tape
Betacam SP 30 minute tape stock $12.65 per tape
Betacam SP 90 minute tape stock $29.55 per tape
DVD $5.00
VCD $2.00
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