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TV Production Basics

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. 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)






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






10. Makes sure camera match - lighting






11. people who deliver lines






12. 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.






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






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






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






16. Close up- A view of a subject from a relatively short distance. A close-up of a person - for instance - might include only the person's face.






17. ...






18. The part of the lens that allows light to pass through.






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






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






21. Over the shoulder






22. ...






23. Pointing the camera down or up






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






25. 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)






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






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






28. An electronic adjustment of a camera to compensate for differences in color temperatures so that a pure white object will appear on-screen as pure white.






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






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






31. Planning the project






32. creates great depth and interest






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






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






35. Pointing the camera down or up






36. Close up- A view of a subject from a relatively short distance. A close-up of a person - for instance - might include only the person's face.






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






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






39. Automatic gain control. An internal control device - for either audio or video signals - that automatically increases or decreases the strength of the incoming sound of picture to maintain optimum strength.






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






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






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






43. people who deliver lines






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






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






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






47. in control room






48. Indicates that the camera is level






49. punched switcher






50. 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.