Frequently Asked Questions

EIV (Emerson Independent Video) is Emerson College’s oldest and largest television and video organization.  The student run television and video production company operated out of Emerson College in Boston.  The organization is completely student run and is overseen by the student management board and a faculty advisor.  All of EIVs programming and newscasts are produced and crewed entirely by Emerson students.  EIV content is aired on The Emerson Channel, the Emerson Journalism Channel, and on the web.

Regular programming pitches take place at the end of every semester for the next semester’s programming slate. Before these pitches, anyone can meet with the EIV Management team to develop and refine their pitch packets. The deadline and information about pitches will be listed on the general calendar when the deadline nears, and information will be sent out in member emails.  Also, if you are interested in pitching a Special Production, email info@eivtv.com.

Join our mailing list, or request specific information from info@eivtv.com.

For years, EIV has played an important role in student production at Emerson College. EIV helps students to professionally network with each other, faculty, and alumni. We also provide production facilites, equipment, funding and distribution to aspiring producers. For more, check out our Staff Stories!

The EIV office is open to members who have access whenever the campus center is open. The campus center hours are usually Monday – Saturday 9 am–12 am and Sunday 12 pm–12 am. The campus center can be reached by calling 617-824-8680.

To reserve the office for meetings, please email unit@eivtv.com.

Please click on this link. From there, check to see what is taken out already on that day by the colors. Then, pick your desired reservation time.   Choose your time in the office hours offered that day. Please be specific on what time during the office hours you will be arriving. Select which piece of equipment you need. If you would like multiple pieces, just make multiple requests and in the notes section say that it is combined request. Hit “Create Reservation” and fill out the form on the the next page.

Contact remote@eivtv.com and someone on the remote team will work with you to schedule a time you can be certified.

Email remote@eivtv.com with what you need/when and if there is a cancellation I will let you know. To be safe, please find another time to shoot as a backup.

Email remote@eivtiv.com with notice of your cancellation.

Sony DVX 100, one battery, tripod, XLR cable, hand held microphone.

Before you leave, ask for the number of the person in the office at the time. They will be happy to help you.  You can also try calling the office phone at 617-824-8693.

The unit manager is in charge of the DV tape. To get a tape, go into the cabinet by the editing suite and there is a form to fill out with your name and information. Then you may take a tape. Take only what you absolutely need. Or, an even better option is to use a one-pass tape!

If you are feeling like a superstar, you will opt to use the one-pass tapes, located in the cabinet by the EIV office door. They are tapes that have already been used but you can record over them with new footage. Please use these tapes as they are a way to recycle and save money!

Reserve it ahead of time! Go to the website and click on “Members” and then “Member Resources” to find the link to the form. Once you fill it out, the Unit Manager will email you to confirm your reservation. Executive Producers should e-mail the Unit Manager directly to book recurring reservations (recurring reservations must be renewed monthly).

Email the Unit Manager directly at unit@eivtv.com at least 48 hours in advance.

Email the Unit Manager at unit@eivtv.com for help! Your problems are my concern.