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Media Production Labs: Introduction

The Glucksman Library Media Production Labs are located on the first floor of the library in The Edge, the hub of digital scholarship - where people are invited to experiment, innovate, collaborate and create, using a suite of emerging technologies.

These bookable, self-service spaces include two Audio Labs (one PC, one Mac) for recording audio presentations or podcasts, and a Greenscreen lab, to record video or experiement with wireless VR headsets (available to borrow from the Makerspace).  These spaces are open to all UL students, faculty, and staff, to use for academic and personal projects. 

An extensive list of loanable equipment such as cameras, tripods, VR headsets, and much more are available to borrow at no charge, to use within the media labs, or to take home. 

Staff in the Makerspace (GL1-035) are available to assist with any technical queries, during makerspace opening hours

Use of these rooms by individuals or groups is by reservation, and for media production purposes only.

Please note that these spaces are not fully soundproofed, professional recording studios.

How to Book the Labs

The Media Prodution labs are self-service use spaces, are available for up to 2hours and must be booked in-advance.  

How to book:

  • Visit Book a Room in the Library - Media Production Labs
  • UL Students and staff can check availability and reserve the labs for a max 2hrs
  • Scrolll down to Media Production Labs
  • Select either the PC or Mac Audio Lab for audio production such as Podcasting, or the Greenscreen Lab for Video production & VR. Room GL1-040 for Greenscreen, GL1-041 for Audio (PC), and GL1-042 for Audio (Mac)
  • Check availability and book as required
  • You will receive a booking confirmation to your email address
  • You will need to use your UL ID Card to swipe into the Labs

Opening Hours & Contact Us

The Media Production rooms are intended to be self-service, however assistance is available during library makerspace opening hours in GL1-035.

The media production labs are located on the first floor of the library:

  • GL1-040 Greenscreen Lab
  • GL1-041 - PC Audio Lab
  • GL1-042 - Mac Audio Lab

Enter through the library security gates and turn left. Go through the double doors and take the first door on your left - take the stairs to the first floor and go through door and turn left. Walk through double wooden doors, take the first right, pass out the lift, the three media production labs are on your right. 

Email: librarymakerspace@ul.ie for any queries / further information

AskUs: libinfo@ul.ie

Web: ul.ie/library/makerspace

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