Jacob Burns

Tour the Lab
Take a free tour of the Media Arts Lab and learn about all the programs being offered this spring and all the programs being offered this summer. Each participant receives one free pass to a regular screening at the JBFC Theater that night. Meet in the lobby of the Media Arts Lab at 5:30 pm on the third Thursday of each month. Tours last approximately 30 minutes. No preregistration is required.

Facility and Equipment Use
The Media Arts Lab houses state-of-the-art production facilities and filmmaking equipment that is available for the exclusive use of those currently enrolled in Lab programs. 

• Program participants are expected to treat the facilities and equipment with the highest degree of care. If an instructor deems that a participant has intentionally misused the facilities or equipment, he/she will be asked to withdraw and will not be permitted to register for future programs at the Lab. 
• If work is required outside of program time, participants are encouraged to use their own camera and computer, if compatible with the Lab’s equipment. The Media Art Lab’s equipment and editing facilities are also available for use on assigned projects. All associated costs are included in the program fee.
• To borrow equipment or use the Editing Studio outside program time, the participant's parent/guardian must sign an Equipment and Facilities Usage Contract, which sets forth the rules and makes him/her financially responsible for the equipment. The contract is available from the instructor. 
• The Media Arts Lab is a fully air-conditioned, smoke-free facility.
• Food and drink are prohibited in the production and screening areas.

Hours of Operation
The Media Arts Lab registrar’s office is open Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm. The Lab production facilities are open for program participants working on assigned projects according to a schedule posted at the beginning of every semester. The building is closed on all major holidays.

Photography and Publicity
Photographs, videotaping, and filming of JBFC/Media Arts Lab activities and programs are used for publicity and/or promotion of the JBFC/Media Arts Lab. Those who do not want to be photographed or filmed for any purpose are asked to submit a written statement to the Registrar.

JBFC Membership
Join the Jacob Burns Film Center (at Family level and above) for a 10 percent discount on all camps and courses, as well as other great benefits. All members of the Jacob Burns Film Center pay no registration fees. Join the Jacob Burns Film Center  or call Membership (914.773.7663, ext. 6).

Waiver
Students and campers participate at their own risk and waive the right to make any claims against Jacob Burns Film Center, Inc. and Media Arts Lab for any injury, damage, or loss sustained while on their premises at 405 Manville Rd., 364 Manville Rd., and 5 Grant St., Pleasantville, NY 10570. We are not responsible for theft, loss, or damage to personal belongings.

Code of Conduct and Attendance
Participants are expected to contribute to group activities, maintain a positive attitude, and exhibit respect for others at all times. The JBFC/Media Arts Lab reserves the right to remove a participant without refund, if this policy is violated or if more than two sessions are missed.

Location
The Media Arts Lab is located at 405 Manville Rd. (at the corner of Grant St.) in Pleasantville, NY. It’s conveniently located just off the Saw Mill River Parkway and down the street from the Jacob Burns Film Center Theater. While parking is available on local streets (subject to posted limits) we suggest you park in nearby village lots. Check parking instructions for information.

• Arriving by train: The Pleasantville Metro-North station is directly across the street from the Lab.
• Arriving by bus: Westchester County Beeline buses #6 and #19 stop at the Pleasantville train station, across the street from the Media Arts Lab. 
• Pickups and drop-offs: Please pick up and drop off promptly at the front entrance only. Driveway is one way. Enter from Manville Rd

Questions? Contact Ann MacDonald, Registrar, at amacdonald@burnsfilmcenter.org or 914.773.7663, ext. 8.