VJZOTZ · TRAININGIntroduction to vjing and video mapping
Real-time video, vjing, and video mapping concepts. Introduction to the Resolume Arena 7 interface.
RESOLUME ARENA 7 · REAL-TIME VIDEO MIXING
VJING
RE-LEARNING
THE MIX
A three-day workshop to learn real-time audiovisual content management and take a vjing performance across different formats and situations, with Yankel Dickerman — Vjzotz.
01 — Goals
What you'll take from the workshop
A comprehensive walkthrough of Resolume Arena 7, starting from scratch, focused on its real-world application to live video mixing.
01
Interface from scratch
Complete familiarization with the work environment and how it operates.
02
Content management
Tools to organize, route, and trigger audiovisual material live.
03
Real-time workflows
Techniques adapted to different situations, including Spout, NDI, and capture cards.
04
FX for live mixing
Handling and possibilities of FX focused specifically on live performance.
05
Visual rhythm
Building the audiovisual narrative and its interaction with music.
06
Live control
MIDI, OSC, and SMPTE surfaces to run the mix from the stage.
02 — Program
Three days, 4 hours each
Each day works like a clip within the workshop's timeline. Pick a day to see its hour-by-hour breakdown.
01
Fundamentals & interface
From real-time video theory to a first complete walkthrough of Resolume Arena 7, with guided practice.
18:00–19:0060 min
19:00–20:1575 min
Desk: clips, layers & composition
Clips, layers, columns, composition, and decks. Group organization.
20:15–20:3015 min
Pausa
20:30–21:1545 min
Codecs & audio/video preferences
Using and installing native codecs. Audio and video preference settings.
21:15–22:0045 min
Guided practice: your first project
A hands-on exercise to build and trigger your first deck in Resolume, with live guidance.
33% OF THE PROGRAM
02
Advanced video & visual storytelling
Advanced video input/output, content organization, and building the audiovisual narrative.
18:00–19:1575 min
Advanced video input/output
Spatial projection surfaces: design and construction. LED screen mapping.
19:15–20:1560 min
Content management
Workflow 7.0: routing and organizing content for live mixing.
20:15–20:3015 min
Pausa
20:30–21:1545 min
Vjing fundamentals
Craft fundamentals: selection criteria, reading the space and the audience.
21:15–22:0045 min
Audiovisual storytelling
The importance of narrative: how to build a coherent visual story throughout a performance.
66% OF THE PROGRAM
03
Rhythm, FX & live control
BPM, FFGL, MIDI/OSC surfaces, and custom templates.
18:00–18:4545 min
Rhythm and form in live mixing
BPM, timeline, and external/internal audio sources.
18:45–19:1530 min
Content generation
Analog and digital possibilities for producing your own material.
19:15–20:1560 min
FFGL
Transitions, layers, effects, and sources. Custom presets. Envelope.
20:15–20:3015 min
Pausa
20:30–21:3060 min
Control surfaces
MIDI, OSC, SMPTE, and keyboard. MIDI activation, routing, and mapping. Custom presets per project. This block includes a first look at Kindeck Lite, Vjzotz's new app: a standalone dual independent LTC SMPTE signal generator with offset playlist.
21:30–22:0030 min
Your own templates & grids
Creating custom templates and content grids for future use.
100% OF THE PROGRAM
03 — Why go in person
What in person adds
Streaming lets you follow the whole class. In person puts you on a real stage, with feedback in person and something to show for it.
IN-PERSON EXCLUSIVE
You play a real party, in front of a real crowd
The workshop doesn't end in the classroom: on the last day, from midnight to 5 AM, your set joins the lineup of a real party at Melt Underground, in front of people dancing. It's not a simulation — it's your first time on stage with what you learned in the workshop.
Certificate of completion
An official record of the workshop, signed by Vjzotz.
1-on-1 mentoring
During practice blocks, personalized feedback from Vjzotz on your work — something the online format can't offer the same way.
04 — Format & Registration
Choose how to take it
The three modules are independent from each other: you can take module 1, 2, or 3 separately, based on what you need, or sign up for the full program. Price changes depending on whether you take it standalone or bundled, and on the format — in person or online.
Module 1
Fundamentals & interface
4h
In personUS$50 / person
OnlineUS$28 / person
Module 2
Advanced video & storytelling
4h
In personUS$50 / person
OnlineUS$28 / person
Module 3
Rhythm, FX & live control
4h
In personUS$50 / person
OnlineUS$28 / person
Full program
Modules 1 + 2 + 3
12h · save US$20 in person / US$6 online vs. standalone modules
In personUS$130 / person
OnlineUS$78 / person
05 — Venue
Where it's held
The in-person workshop is held at the venue below. The streaming format is available for anyone who can't attend in person.
Melt Underground
Laprida 1423, Recoleta, C1425 — Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
View location on map →
In person · limited to 12 people
Streaming · unlimited seats, online payment
06 — Free tools
You'll get two tools of your own
Built by Vjzotz and open-source on GitHub. Anyone who takes the workshop gets them for free, ready to use in their own projects.
SAG TOOL
Alignment grid generator
Generates professional alignment grids for LED screens, projections, and video mapping from real measurements in meters. Exports high-precision SVG and PNG, with a pixel engine and smart scaling for production sets.
github.com/vjzotz/SAG-VTOOL →ROAGEN
XML generator for Advanced Output
Converts SVG files (from Resolume, Illustrator, or Inkscape) into XML configurations for Resolume Arena's Advanced Output, generating Slices and Polygons in seconds. Portable app, no install required, compatible with Arena 7.26+.
github.com/vjzotz/ROAGEN- →
07 — Requirements
Who it's for and what you need
Who it's for
Filmmakers, photographers, visual and graphic artists, designers, and set designers interested in adding vjing to their work.
Technical requirements — minimum
Windows 10 or higher
NVIDIA or AMD GPU
8 GB RAM
macOS 10.15 Catalina or higher
AMD, Iris Pro, or Apple Silicon
8 GB RAM
3-button mouse (with scroll wheel)
Temporary activation included
Official minimum specs per resolume.com/support/tech-specs
08 — Instructor
Who teaches the workshop
Yankel Dickerman
AKA VJZOTZ — MULTIMEDIA ARTIST
Honduran-Argentine multimedia artist who blends tradition and technology to bring immersive visual and sound experiences to life. With 29 years of experience, his work has been shown in more than 15 countries.
He has created architectural video mapping in more than 10 cities across Argentina and cities in Europe such as Lisbon and Seville, interactive installations and exhibits in museum spaces, and residencies as VJ at iconic venues such as La Fábrica (Córdoba, Argentina), Zebra (Villa Carlos Paz, Argentina), and Electromundo (Montañita, Ecuador), where he created 3D virtual stages for shows by international DJs such as Seth Troxler, Franco Bianco, Stephan Bodzin, Juan Hansen, Innellea, Miss Monique, Monolink, Adriatique, and Layla Benítez. He has also developed modular vjing content for shows by bands such as La Konga and Márama.
He currently works as a freelance artist across a wide variety of projects and formats.
Ready to mix live?
Download the full work plan in PDF or message the instructor to reserve your spot.
