In the Center for Multimedia Development in Howe Library, you might hear the hum of 3D printers at work, find patrons immersed in virtual realities using state-of-the-art technology, or you might find students absorbed in Mac and Alienware PCs completing projects. 

Every now and then, you’ll find Clemma Prince, a senior Film and Television Studies (FTS) major, leading a workshop on one of many Libraries media lab topics like software platforms Audacity and Premier, sound recording, equipment tours, and more.  

Prince initially co-taught these workshops with her supervisors and Media Services staff Adam Repash and Anne Dixon but, eventually, they entrusted her with leading them. Prince is especially appreciative of the mentorship her supervisors have provided her.

“Since Clemma began working with us in Media Services, she has stepped into a role that shows her knowledge of equipment, photography and video,” said Repash. “She creates opportunities for collaboration with UVM faculty and her peers.”  

Prince exclusively partners with UVM professors to offer workshops suited to the curriculum of their classes. “Most workshops occur at the start of a semester,” Prince said. “That way, the students are set up for success right away. They walk away from the workshop with the tools and knowledge they need to complete their in-class projects throughout the term.”

Prince recently taught a workshop on the video-editing software Premier to an FTS class. She kick-started the workshop with a general overview of the software. “Some students had never used Premier, and some were pretty advanced,” she said.  

She then passed around SD cards with preloaded, random footage for the students to play with. “The tool is very hands-on. Most users won’t understand how to use the software until they’re actively playing with it,” she said. As the class tested out the software, Prince made herself available to answer questions and provide guidance.

“It’s always a goal of mine to hire someone like Clemma,” said Dixon. “She has such a solid background with media that allows her to design workshops that will engage students at all levels." 

Leading these workshops independently has confirmed a career path that Prince had been considering since her start as a student worker. She plans to apply for Master of Library Science programs after taking a gap year. “Media librarianship allows me to stay connected to my interest in media,” she said. “The work is also suited to my disposition, I think.”

Prince’s future as a media librarian is bright and, with her graduation swiftly approaching, the Libraries’ Media Services department will miss her dearly. Repash shared that he will especially miss chitchatting with her about indie films but is sure that she is on to great things. 

To learn more about how you can enlist UVM Libraries media experts to provide workshops on tools you’d like to use in your class, visit the media desk in Howe Library or visit the Libraries website.