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FIS Student Media Club · Grades 6–12
Discover Media Club
Life moves fast. Learn to capture the moments you will want to remember—from family adventures to the biggest moments at FIS—through photography, film, and live production.
FIS student media team at the Frankfurt Tech Show
What we do
Turn real moments into stories people remember.
Media Club brings students together behind the camera and inside the control room. We learn by doing: planning coverage, making creative decisions, and delivering work for real school events.
Capture the moment
Learn how framing, light, timing, sound, and movement turn an ordinary photo or video into something worth keeping.
Shape the story
Direct, edit, mix sound, create graphics, and interview people. The finished story depends on thoughtful choices before, during, and after filming.
Inside Media Club
Every production has more happening behind the scenes.
You can start with one role, watch how the whole crew works, and gradually take on more responsibility as your confidence grows.
Live production
Think together. React together.
In the control room, students monitor camera feeds, choose shots, manage graphics and sound, and communicate with the crew. It is fast, collaborative, and one of the best ways to understand how live media works.
On camera
Learn to see before you press record.
Camera work is more than pointing at the action. You will practise composition, focus, movement, anticipation, and communication—skills that also make your everyday photos and videos better.
Start where you are
No experience needed.
You do not need your own camera or a finished portfolio. Begin with guided practice, learn the equipment safely, and try different jobs until you find the role that feels right.
PhotographyHandheld cameraRobocamOBSEditingInterviewing
Where commitment can lead
From practice sessions to major productions.
Dedicated members can earn opportunities to represent FIS at events and support important school productions. A small, trusted crew is selected to help livestream major moments such as the Graduation ceremony.
Recent work
See what members have been making.
The latest projects below come directly from the Crew Center gallery, so this page grows with the club.
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How to join
Your first production starts here.
Media Club welcomes FIS students in Grades 6–12. Training is shared through guided sessions and real event experience.
Explore
Look through our work, equipment, and role guide to see what interests you.
Apply
Complete the short application using your GDPR-safe FIS alias email.
Get started
A faculty member reviews your application and helps you begin training with the club.
Do I need experience?
No. Beginners are welcome, and you can learn through guided practice before taking responsibility at an event.
What grade levels can join?
Media Club is open to FIS students in Grades 6–12.
How much time does it require?
It depends on the role and event. You can begin with training and choose opportunities that fit your schedule; major productions require more preparation and commitment.
Can I try different roles?
Yes. Exploring camera, control-room, editing, audio, and presenting roles is encouraged before you decide where to specialise.
Ready when you are
Make the next memory yours to capture.
Apply through the Crew Center and take your first step into photography, filmmaking, and live production.
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Your personal Media Club operations overview.
Production calendar
Events
Upcoming Media Club activities. Past events are available on request.
Archived events
Hidden from schedules and signup sheets, with signups and reservation history preserved.
Crew assignments
Sign-up Sheets
Google Sheets–style event sign-ups. Select an event and claim your slot.
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Join this event
Choose the member, production role, and attendance window.
Enter the full name exactly as displayed on the Members page. Capitalization does not matter.
At 10 minutes before the overall event start, the first vacant role is activated for the supervisor's attendance window. A real signup always takes precedence.
Club directory
Members
Everyone in the club, their roles, and specialisations.
Crew output / visual archive
Project Gallery
Showcase of films, photos, and podcasts by club members.
Production inventory
Equipment
Browse availability and reserve cameras, audio, and production equipment.
Archived equipment
Hidden from reservations, with previous loan history preserved.
Operations register
Equipment Status
Live check-out status and return register for Moderator-or-above members.
Checkout register
Scheduled loans and equipment awaiting a confirmed return.
Daily production map
Crew Schedule
See who is covering each location, follow handoffs, and take attendance.
● Crew playbook · FIS Media Club
Media Role Guide
Every great production is a team effort. Explore the responsibilities, expectations, and equipment behind each role before choosing your place on the crew.
Applies to every student role
Stream Expectations
A reliable stream depends on preparation, clear communication, safe equipment handling, and respect for everyone taking part in the event.
- Arrive ready. All students, regardless of role, must arrive and be fully ready at least 10 minutes before the scheduled stream start. Equipment must be checked, headsets connected, and everyone at their assigned position.
- Report changes early. If you are running late or cannot attend, update your signup and inform a supervisor as early as possible so your role can be covered.
- Check in first. Report to the Adult Supervisor or Student Supervisor when you arrive. Do not change roles or positions without their approval.
- Complete technical checks. Cameras must be framed and focused, audio monitored, overlays and scores prepared, and the stream or recording connection confirmed before going live.
- Keep comms professional. Headset communication should be short, calm, and relevant to the production. Avoid unnecessary conversation while live.
- Know when you are live. Camera operators do not have to verbally respond to every instruction, but they must acknowledge and remain aware when their camera is live or is about to go live. Hold the requested shot steadily and avoid unexpected changes.
- Stay focused. Avoid personal phones, unrelated conversations, and other distractions unless there is an emergency.
- Handle equipment safely. Keep food and drinks away, report faults or unsafe cables immediately, and never attempt an unfamiliar technical change without permission.
- Do not show injuries on stream. If someone is injured, camera operators must move away from close-ups and Mixing must avoid putting the injury on air. Use a neutral wide shot until it is appropriate to return.
- Finish the job. Wait until a supervisor confirms the stream and recording have ended correctly, then return equipment, tidy the production area, and report any problems.
Supervision & leadership
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Adult only
Adult Supervisors
This role is for the adults present to support the production. They know what they are doing, so do not change or claim this role.
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Experienced crew
Student Supervisor
Student leaders or experienced members who can run the stream with less adult help. An adult's explicit permission is required. Student Supervisors cannot also cover Photography because they must remain in the stream area.
Production control
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Live direction
Mixing
The mixer chooses which camera feed goes live and calls “camera — prep/live” over the headsets. They relay a shot caller's direction, or make the calls themselves when there is no shot caller.
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Stream systems
OBS
OBS controls the production computer. For sports streams this includes instant replays and the scoreboard overlay. The operator also monitors the stream or recording uplink and sound.
Camera crew
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Remote camera
Robocam
Operates a remotely controlled camera using a monitor, joystick, and zoom rocker. Robocam carries the same responsibility as a handheld operator: follow the mixer's direction and film the action.
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Core camera
Handheld
The backbone of many streams. Handheld operators film the action from outside positions, take direction through a headset, and send their pictures to the Regie. The usual cameras are Sony PXW-X70s.
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Mobile camera
Wireless
Shares the handheld operator's responsibilities but can move freely while sending video wirelessly to the Regie. Usually uses a Panasonic Lumix GH6 on a gimbal and is reserved for experienced members.
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Independent
Photographer
Photographers independently decide which parts of the action to capture. This role uses loan cameras, so all equipment must be returned. Typical cameras include the Canon 70/450/600/700D, with R6 and GH6 bodies reserved for experienced users or special occasions with adult approval.
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