Classes & Training

Whether you’re interested in storytelling, editing, camera operation, or media production, we offer short, focused classes designed to fit your schedule. Each individual class is just 1–2 hours long and only requires one session to complete—perfect for busy learners.

The cost is just $40, and that includes access to any or all of our classes.

If you’re interested in becoming a certified Hōʻike producer, our Producer Certification Course is a more in-depth option that includes all classes except the Smart Phone class.

Check out the full list of classes here and take the first step toward sharing your voice through community media.

To schedule your appointment, call 808-246-1556 or email tv@hoike.org

  • Focus: Mastering foundational equipment skills
    Length: 2–2.5 hours
    Description:                                
    This badge introduces students to the core tools of video production. Participants will learn how to properly set up and operate cameras and tripods, as well as how to capture clean, professional audio using different types of microphones. The class also covers best practices for equipment handling, safety, and care.
    Access Granted: Students who complete this badge are eligible to rent and use Hōʻike’s cameras free of charge.

  • Focus: Fundamentals of lighting for production
    Length: 1–1.5 hours
    Description:
    This class covers basic lighting principles for both studio and field production. Students will explore how to use portable lighting tools, reflectors, and natural light effectively. Topics include three-point lighting, avoiding harsh shadows, and lighting for different environments and skin tones.
    Access Granted: Students who complete this badge are eligible to check out and use Hōʻike’s lighting equipment free of charge.

  • Focus: Editing, exporting, and preparing content for submission
    Length: 3 hours
    Description:
    This badge combines essential post-production skills into one comprehensive session. Students will learn to edit with Final Cut Pro, including cutting footage, adding transitions, text, and music. The class also covers proper export settings, QuickTime file creation, and Hōʻike’s submission process and formatting standards.
    Access Granted: Students who complete this badge may use Hōʻike’s edit bays free of charge for their post-production needs.

  • Focus: Filming and editing professional content using a smartphone
    Length: 4 hours over 2 classes
    Description:
    This badge blends mobile journalism with social media-savvy editing. Students will learn how to capture high-quality video and audio using their smartphones, covering framing, lighting, mic techniques, and mobile stabilization. They'll also be trained to edit their content using apps like CapCut, mastering effects, subtitles, and audio tools for short-form storytelling.
    A key focus will be on formatting: students will practice shooting both vertically for reels (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) and horizontally for use in Hōʻike’s broadcast programs and The Hōʻike Weekly. Participants will also learn the difference in audience and tone between social and cable platforms.
    Access Granted: Graduates may submit smartphone-produced content for Hōʻike’s cable broadcast, including The Hōʻike Weekly, or for digital/social media platforms managed by the organization.

  • Focus: This class covers all aspects of video production, including camera and tripod set-up and operation, microphones, and editing.
    Length: 6-8 hours. 
    Description: Students will learn how to properly set up and operate Sony 4K camcorders and tripods, as well as how to capture clean, professional audio using different types of microphones.Students will also learn to edit with Final Cut Pro. This includes importing and cutting footage, adding text, transitions, and music. Students will produce a short video to air on Hō'ike Community Media to obtain certification.
    Access Granted: Students who complete this class will become certified producers and have full access to Hō’ike’s services including checking out video equipment, edit bays, and reserving the studio. Students are also able to take more advanced editing classes including Green screen and Multicam editing.