ETV Community Media
Miles serves as the board chair for East Haven Public Television, overseeing it’s evolution into a thriving Community Media Center. From its studio on Main Street in East Haven, CT, ETV staff and volunteers work with local producers to create meaningful content using state-of-the-art equipment.
In recent years, Miles has guided ETV’s transformation through studio upgrades, improved cameras, editing bays, and an array of streaming options. From rentals to arts events, author talks to film screenings, ETV is quickly becoming the place to make it happen.
Please visit their website to learn more and to “Make Media that Matters!”: easthaven.tv
Workshops
Miles has designed numerous workshops in video and media content creation, for teachers, artists, musicians, non-profits, and filmmakers. From DC to NYC, workshops led by Miles have informed and empowered a variety of those new to video, as well as pros looking into developing new skills and refining old ones. Miles is available for workshops, panels, and 1 x 1 consultations to get you the skills and confidence you need to pursue your path in video.
The Book
Miles is the author of an easy to use, hands-on guide to producing pro-grade videos. Combining professional experience with classroom-proven exercises, his book, Conquering YouTube details 101 practical tips used on pro shoots with approaches that will help you reach for the stars – without breaking your budget. These tips explore everything from basic camera operations, to lighting, editing, and special effects that you can create. Designed to help you improve the look, sound and editing aspects of your videos, Conquering YouTube is easy-to-digest, combining clear instructions with shooting exercises designed to sharper the eye, develop specific skills, and capture exciting and memorable content.
Each exercise is designed to be manageable for those new to shooting video, and yet challenging enough to stimulate advanced filmmakers. Digestible sections allow the reader to work from start to finish, or to tackle more advanced skills right away. This book unlocks the secrets used on big budget Hollywood films and TV shows, and turns them into affordable and effective solutions for everyone who dreams of conquering YouTube, or just making your next Zoom meeting look and sound better. The exercises have been proven in classes, workshops, and on paid gigs across the country. These simple tips will improve your images, your confidence, and your content.