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TV Production Basics

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






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






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






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






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






6. 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.






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






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






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






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






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 series of digital television formats developed by the Advanced Television Systems Committee.






13. Makes sure camera match - lighting






14. in control room






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






25. 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






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






27. 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.






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 creates words - drawings and some visual effects that are incorporated with a production.






30. creates great depth and interest






31. Indicates that the camera is level






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






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






34. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






42. Planning the project






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






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






45. Interns - Cable Pullers - 2nd Assistant Directors






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






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






48. 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.






49. 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)






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







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