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  1. The MILL
  • The MILL

    The MILL (Media and Innovation Learning Lab) helps you create high quality teaching and learning resources in Northampton Square.

    Media for learning

    If you are City staff and are interested in using media to enhance your teaching practice then we can provide equipment, facilities and expertise.

    Whether you are looking to create audio, video or other digital content, the MILL has something to offer. You can make a booking via the forms below to use our facilities or work with us to develop your ideas and explore different ways of using media.

    PresentationStation

    The MILL's PresentationStation allows you to record yourself in front of a greenscreen and to be superimposed over a background, webpage or PowerPoint presentation of your choice.

    A built-in autocue and choice of different arrangements on-screen lets you to create high quality videos quickly and without the need of editing.

    Book yourself in for an induction using the ServiceNow MILL Facilities request form.

    Production Booths

    Based in LEaD's offices, the MILL provides both a PC production booth and a Mac production booth, each with a professional microphone for audio recording plus a high-definition webcam.

    Both are also equipped with all the necessary software for video editing, screen-casting, podcasting and more.

    Book a booth for use on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays via the ServiceNow MILL Facilities request form.

    Equipment

    The Equipment Loan service provides access to video cameras, a stills camera, and more to create your own audio-visual resources. Kit can be booked via LEaD's LibCal Bookings portal.