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TV Production Basics

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1. Program creation that takes place in a controlled environment meant for it - as opposed to production that takes place in the field






2. A camera view of the subject from a relatively great distance - usually showing the subject in its entirety.






3. To move the camera and its mount closer to or farther from the subject.






4. A method of representing video or audio signals using a 'wave' of continuously.






5. small red indicators on a camera to let the talent and camera operator know that the camera is on the air or recording






6. A principle of composition that divides the TV screen into thirds - horizontally and vertically and places objects of interest at the points where the lines intersect.






7. combination of studio and field production. Sports - parades






8. ...






9. The area where all video signals are mixed. The director and technical director (and other crew members) control all program elements from this location.






10. Pointing the camera down or up






11. The place in a studio complex where people who are about to appear on a TV show can wait.






12. punched switcher






13. Indicates that the camera is level






14. The space between the top of a subjects head and the upper edge of the camera frame.






15. The ratio of the height of a television screen to its width.






16. helps with routine stuff - anything the director needs - timing of production






17. The person who makes sure the script is appearing on the right part of the prompter screen so the talent can read it properly.






18. The person who assembles raw footage into a final program.






19. A digital interface that allows the simultaneous transfer of audio and video information.






20. The original television standard approved in the United States in the 1940s. The letter stand for National Television System Committee.






21. The person in charge of the creative aspects of a production and all the procedures that occur in the studio or field.






22. Sincerity - Organize--don't memorize cue cards - On camera clothing - Make-up and hair






23. Over the shoulder






24. A device used to record video and audio information onto a magnetic tape. Stands for videotape recorder






25. Program creation that takes place in a controlled environment meant for it - as opposed to production that takes place in the field






26. A view of the subject from a comfortable distance between a wide shot and close-up.






27. The space between the top of a subjects head and the upper edge of the camera frame.






28. A feature found on some zoom lenses that allows the operator to focus on objects very close to the lens.






29. A person who deals with the look of sets and other artistic aspects of a television program.






30. A feature found on some zoom lenses that allows the operator to focus on objects very close to the lens.






31. people who deliver lines






32. punched switcher






33. A camera shot that starts with one object in focus - then changes to focus on another object.






34. A digital interface that allows the simultaneous transfer of audio and video information.






35. Additional framing space in a camera picture on the side toward which a subject is looking or moving






36. A person who sets mics in a studio or location setting and/ or operates the audio console.






37. The area where all video signals are mixed. The director and technical director (and other crew members) control all program elements from this location.






38. 1) To turn a camera horizontally by rotating the camera mounting head. 2) The shot produced by panning a camera. 3) A rectangular floodlight






39. With the advent of high- definition television - this term is used to refer to NTSC television and ATSC formats that have a 4:3 aspect ration.






40. 1) To pivot the camera vertically by pointing the camera mounting head up or down. 2) the shot produced by tilting a camera.






41. An audio setup that allows the talent - wearing a small earpiece - to hear program audio or receive instruction from the director or someone.






42. An audio setup that allows the talent - wearing a small earpiece - to hear program audio or receive instruction from the director or someone.






43. The part of a tape recorder or player that pulls the tape through the machine at the proper speed.






44. The person who oversees the lighting of the set and makes lighting changes - if they are needed - during production.






45. Extreme close up- A very close shot of a person or object - used to intensify drama or show close detail.






46. The creator and originator of a television program - usually in charge of elements such as writing - music clearance - financial considerations - and hiring the director.






47. The directors key assistant in charge of all production concerns on the floor. Example: communicate with talent






48. A view of the subject from a comfortable distance between a wide shot and close-up.






49. To move the camera and its mount laterally to the right or left.






50. A television format with more lines of resolution and a wider aspect ratio than standard-definition NTSC television.







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