Become a Producer

How to join channelAustin?

Attend Monday Night Intro / Orientation

Any resident of Austin is eligible to obtain a Producer ID, enroll in low-cost training workshops, become certified to check out equipment and produce programs for television.

STEP ( 1 ) ORIENTATION SESSION

  • Attend an Orientation Session
  • Visit to channelAustin Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
  • Orientation is valid for 2 months

STEP ( 2 ) OBTAIN A PRODUCER ID

Join as an Individual or Organization

  • Bring Photo ID (i.e. Driver License, Passport)
  • Bring proof of area residency (i.e. utility bill, car insurance)
  • Pay Producer ID fee ($100 per year; $55 per 6 months; $40 per season)

STEP ( 3 ) ENROLL IN LOW-COST TRAINING

  • Consult with Training Director for advice on training sequence
  • Call Producer Services to register for courses
  • Complete training and become certified to use equipment and studios

STEP ( 4 ) COMPLETE TV101 COURSE

  • Before making any reservations or submitting any programs

STEP ( 5 ) START PRODUCING PROGRAMS

  • Produce taped or live shows
  • Produce series or non-series programs
  • Air on cable channels 10, 11, or 16

For details on training courses, see Training.

For general information and to register for courses, call (512) 478-8600 Ext. 10 for Producer Services
For details on training courses, call Training Director Karla Saldana at Ext. 22

More general information see Frequently Asked Questions