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TV Production Basics

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. 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






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






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






4. 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.






5. 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.






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






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






8. creates great depth and interest






9. 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)






10. punched switcher






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






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






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






14. Planning the project






15. 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.






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






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






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






19. 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.






20. 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.






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






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






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






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






25. 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.






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






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






28. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






34. Makes sure camera match - lighting






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






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






37. in control room






38. 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.






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






42. 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.






43. 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.






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






45. people who deliver lines






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






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






48. 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.






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






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