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TV Production Basics

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1. 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.






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






3. 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)






4. The primary engineering control center where all video and audio signals are ultimately channeled; program input - camera controls and transmitter distribution often are handled from this location.






5. ...






6. in control room






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






8. Interns - Cable Pullers - 2nd Assistant Directors






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






18. people who deliver lines






19. 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.






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






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






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






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






24. Makes sure camera match - lighting






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






26. 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.






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






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






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






30. Camera and video cable with a central insulted conducting wire and a concentrically arranged outer wire.






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






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






33. Pointing the camera down or up






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






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






36. 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.






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






38. 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.






39. A three legged camera mount - sometimes equipped with casters to facilitate camera movement.






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






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






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






43. A person who oversees several production.






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






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






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






47. Camera and video cable with a central insulted conducting wire and a concentrically arranged outer wire.






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






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






50. Pointing the camera down or up