Frequently Asked
Questions
What is the Instructional Broadcast Center (IBC)?
The
IBC is a full-service, state of the art TV studio operating under
the Instructional Technology
department of the Seattle School District of Washington State. The
IBC produces programs of an educational nature for broadcast on
AT&T Cable channel 26 in the Seattle area. The IBC houses a
studio and control room equipped with Betacam SP decks, a playback
facility, a DVCAM / Betacam SPMedia 100-based non-linear editing
suite, and an Avid DVCAM non-linear editing suite. See the picture gallery for a closer look.
Where is the studio
located?
In
the Seattle Public Schools John Stanford Center for Educational
Excellence.
2445 Third Ave. S
Seattle, WA 98124
How do I get
there?
| Driving
Directions: |
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From I-5
Southbound
- Take Exit #164 - 4TH
Avenue South
- Turn right on 4TH
Avenue South
- Turn right on S.
Lander Street
- Turn right on 3RD
Avenue South
- Visitor parking lot on
left
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From I-5
Northbound
- Take Exit #163 -
Spokane Street
- Turn right on 4TH
Avenue South
- Turn left on S. Lander
Street
- Turn right on 3RD
Avenue South
- Visitor parking lot on
left
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From Hwy 99
Southbound
(Aurora Avenue North)
- Exit left at the
Safeco Field/Seahawks Stadium Exit on 1ST Avenue South
- Go
straight on 1ST Avenue South
- Turn left on S. Lander
Street
- Turn left on 3RD
Avenue South
- Visitor parking lot on
left
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From Hwy 99
Northbound
(E. Marginal Way South)
- Turn right on 1ST
Avenue South
- Turn right on S.
Lander Street
- Turn left on 3RD
Avenue South
- Visitor parking lot on
left
Link to Mapquest
(outside link).
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When do you broadcast programming, and how can I find out more
about what's on today?
On
cable channel 26 we broadcast 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
See the Schedule to find a specific
program.
Can anyone produce
a program at the IBC?
Yes!
Click here to view our rate card. We welcome
outside producers who need facilities for their video projects.
Call Lisa Yeakel, the Studio Manager, for all the details: (206)
252-0726.
Is it expensive to produce at the
IBC?
No!
Our prices are competitive with comparable facilities in Seattle,
and we pride ourselves in the amount of personal attention given to
each project. Our rates reflect the needs of in-district and
outside, non-profit producers.
Do I need to bring my own crew?
No.
The IBC has a fully trained staff and a long list of freelance
editors, photographers, and producers who are ready to work on your
project. Your needs will determine what role the IBC's staff plays
in the production.
I am a teacher at a Seattle school. Can I check
out equipment for my students to use?
While it is possible
to make use of the studio facilities for a class project, we do not
currently loan out the equipment for use unless it is accompanied
by one of our trained photographers.
You still haven't answered all of my questions.
How can I get in touch with the IBC to clear things
up?
You
may email us at ibc@seattleschools.org or
check out the Contacts page for more
specific information.
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