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TV Production Basics

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






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






3. 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.






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






5. ...






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






7. 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






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






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






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






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






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






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






14. 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.






15. Planning the project






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






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






18. punched switcher






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






20. Makes sure camera match - lighting






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






22. 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.






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






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






25. Pointing the camera down or up






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






27. 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.






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






29. Over the shoulder






30. creates great depth and interest






31. 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.






32. 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.






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






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






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






36. people who deliver lines






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






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






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






41. Interns - Cable Pullers - 2nd Assistant Directors






42. The ratio of the height of a television screen to its width.






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






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






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






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






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






49. 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.






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