Media Studio Room FAQs

  • General Questions

    Patrons who have not arrived within ten minutes of the scheduled start time will be considered no-shows and the reservation will be removed.

    The Editing Room (Arizona Room) is equipped with a ThinkStation P348 Tower Workstation with the software Cakewalk, Audacity, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and Audition.  The Editing Room's purpose is to create, mix, and add sound effects to movies, social posts, and podcasts with professional options that include Adobe Premiere Pro and Audition.

    There is a 2-person maximum inside the Arizona Editing Room.

    YCLD is not responsible for nor retains any rights to content that is produced in the Media Studio Room.

    As a shared space, users should be mindful that the booth is not completely soundproof. YCLD reserves the right to terminate sessions that violates the Library’s Code of Conduct.

    No, all data will be erased from the computers between sessions. It is recommended that you bring your own storage media.

    The person that creates the reservation is responsible for the booth, accessories and all of the gear that is used. This person is also responsible for the behavior of their guests and artists.

    The studio is open during normal branch hours and can be reserved in 2-hour increments. The studio closes 30 minutes prior to closing.

    There is a 3-person maximum inside the Media Studio.

    No meeting room fees are charged for the use of the Media Studio or Editing Room.

    The Media Studio Room is intended for individuals who seek to create and edit media projects involving, but not limited to, video, audio, music, podcasting, photography, digitization and illustration. The Media Studio computers are available only for patrons working on digital media projects. All use of the Media Studio Room must comply with the Code of Conduct, Unattended Children, Computer & Internet Use, and all other Yuma County Library District policies. Some Media Studio Policies may be stricter than other published policies that govern use of other library spaces.

    The studio is free to use and is available on a first come, first serve basis. Have a valid YCLD library card. Reservations can be made by calling Yuma Main Branch at 928-782-1871.

    Food or drink is not permitted in the Media Studio or Editing Room. Vaping and smoking are not permitted.

    Media Studio users must be 18 years of age or older and have a current, valid YCLD card to use and reserve studio spaces and equipment. Children 15-17 must have a signed agreement for access to the media studio room. Staff is available for assistance with troubleshooting, program startup, and set up of equipment. Staff cannot assist with artistic consultations, graphic design, recording or editing, or other lengthy requests. The Library is unable to provide one-on-one production or recording assistance.

    An adult must be present with children 14 years of age and younger and have a valid library card.