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TV Production Basics

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1. The stage during which all the shooting for a program is undertaken.






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






3. Interns - Cable Pullers - 2nd Assistant Directors






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






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






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






7. The period of time - after individual program segments have been produced and recorded - when elements of a program are assembled.






8. focual length determines how wide or narrow the viewing range (field of view) is. The longer the lens the more narrow the field of view - shorter lens gives wider shots






9. A person who creates words - drawings and some visual effects that are incorporated with a production.






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






11. A camera mount - usually used in studio productions - that facilitates smooth movement of the camera across the studio floor and limited range of camera height adjustment.






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






13. Over the shoulder






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






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






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






17. The person who frames the shots for a production. Must have knowledge of camera - lens - angles






18. A method of representing video or audio signals that uses discrete 'on' and 'off' pulses. The value of a digital signal at any point can be either 'off'(0) or 'on'(1)






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






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






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






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






23. Pointing the camera down or up






24. creates great depth and interest






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






26. The person who frames the shots for a production. Must have knowledge of camera - lens - angles






27. Indicates that the camera is level






28. A person who oversees several production.






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






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






31. in control room






32. The person who determines the environment where the production takes place.






33. Makes sure camera match - lighting






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






35. focual length determines how wide or narrow the viewing range (field of view) is. The longer the lens the more narrow the field of view - shorter lens gives wider shots






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






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






38. 1) A large camera mount with an extended boom arm for a camera and a seat for a camera operator - all placed on a large four-wheeled base. 2) To move the boom arm of a crane up and down.






39. A person who oversees several production.






40. large room at least 20 feet by 30 feet without any posts obstructing its space. Best located on the ground floor. The space where all acting or performing takes place.






41. Camcorder is essential because this is when you are filming outdoors or not in a studio. 'real world' shooting






42. people who deliver lines






43. creates great depth and interest






44. in control room






45. large room at least 20 feet by 30 feet without any posts obstructing its space. Best located on the ground floor. The space where all acting or performing takes place.






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






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






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






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






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







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