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Industry Member
$50.00
Every year

✓ Access to live Zoom events
✓ Workshop & class discounts
✓ Member mentor directory
✓ Exclusive newsletter
Student Member
$15.00
Every year

Must have valid student email

✓ Membership pricing for workshops and events
✓ Connect with creative community
✓ Discounts for eligible industry workers

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    Live Zoom Events

    Live Zoom Events with broadcast professionals

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    Exclusive Discounts on training and workshops

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    Mentor Directory Access for 1:1 guidance

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 FAQs

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About Broadcast Workshops and Membership

  • Broadcast Workshops by award winning working professionals in the sports and entertainment industry. Mentorship, workshops, training, resources, virtual and networking events. Your path to your career in broadcasting starts here! We are dedicated to advancing the careers of technical trades and crafts professionals in the broadcast industry. We provide specialized training, networking opportunities, professional development, and career advancement resources specifically for those working in technical roles in film, television, and streaming production.

  • Broadcast Workshops is open to:

    • Technical professionals working in broadcast, film, or streaming (camera operators, audio engineers, video engineers, technical directors, EVS operators, graphics operators, etc.)

    • Students studying broadcast technology or related technical fields

    • Industry professionals seeking to transition into technical roles


  • We offer two membership levels:

    • Professional Membership: $ 50/year for working technical professionals

    • Student Membership: $15/ First year for students enrolled in broadcast technology or related programs

  • Membership benefits include:

    • Discounted rates on all workshops and training sessions

    • Access to member-exclusive workshops and webinars

    • Networking events with industry professionals

    • Access to the member directory for professional connections

    • Priority registration for signature events

    • Access to job opportunities and freelance listings

    • Library of technical resources and educational materials

    • Mentorship opportunities with Craft Masters

  • Yes! Non-members can attend workshops at non-member pricing and experience selected public networking events. However, our most exclusive content, mentorship opportunities, and significant discounts are available only to members.

About Programs and Events:

  • The Crafts Masters program recognizes industry-leading professionals who serve as instructors, mentors and industry leaders within our community. These experts lead workshops, contribute to our content library, and provide mentorship to members. Each Craft Master has extensive experience (typically 15+ years) and recognized expertise in their technical specialty.

  • Our workshops cover all major technical specialties in broadcasting:

    • Camera Operations & Lens Technology

    • EVS & Replay Systems

    • Graphics & Visual Design for Live Broadcasting

    • Audio Engineering for Broadcast

    • Technical Directing & Switching

    • Video Engineering & Signal Flow

    • Remote Production Technologies

    • IP Workflows & Network Production

    • Emerging Technologies (Virtual Production, XR, etc.)

  • Members can register directly through the Education & Events section on our website. The registration system allows you to:

    • Browse our calendar of offerings

    • Filter by technical specialty or event type

    • See member and non-member pricing

    • Secure your spot with online payment

    • Access recorded sessions if available

  • This is our flagship annual event - a comprehensive two-day conference featuring:

    • Technical workshops with industry experts

    • Networking sessions with broadcast professionals

    • Vendor demonstrations of cutting-edge technology

    • Panel discussions on industry trends

    • The annual Don Cornelli Scholarship fundraising gala

    • Opportunities to connect with potential employers

  • Yes! Many of our workshops are available both in-person and virtually. Our virtual offerings include:

    • Live online workshops with Q&A sessions

    • Recorded sessions for member access

    • Virtual networking events and panels

    • Online mentorship sessions with Craft Masters

About B-Tech Foundation:

  • The B-Tech Broadcast Technology Education Foundation is our 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm dedicated to inspiring and educating the next generation of broadcast professionals. B-Tech provides:

    • Educational programs for high schools and colleges

    • Hands-on training opportunities with professional equipment

    • Scholarship programs for aspiring technical professionals

    • Mentorship connection programs

    • Equipment access grants for underserved communities

  • There are several ways to support B-Tech:

    • Direct donations (tax-deductible)

    • Corporate sponsorships of educational programs

    • Equipment donations for school programs

    • Volunteer time through mentorship programs

    • Attending and promoting fundraising events

    • Memorial or honorary gifts

  • B-Tech offers several scholarships:

    • Don Cornelli Working Man Legacy Scholarship: Annual scholarship for promising students pursuing technical broadcast careers

    • Greg Calvin Memorial Scholarship: Supporting students entering technical broadcast roles

    • General education grants for technical training

    • Equipment stipends for student projects

Corporate Partnerships:

  • Corporate partners gain:

    • Branding opportunities at events and workshops

    • Access to our technical talent network

    • Product demonstration platforms

    • Educational content co-creation opportunities

    • Sponsorship of specific programs or scholarships

    • Recruitment access to trained technical professionals

  • Companies can engage through:

    • Corporate memberships and sponsorships

    • Equipment donations or demo opportunities

    • Expert contributions to workshops

    • Internship program development

    • Educational material co-creation

    • Event partnerships and sponsorships

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