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TV Production Basics

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. The person who determines the environment where the production takes place.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






9. ...






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






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






12. 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.






13. Interns - Cable Pullers - 2nd Assistant Directors






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






15. 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.






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






17. Planning the project






18. 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)






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






20. Interns - Cable Pullers - 2nd Assistant Directors






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






22. Pointing the camera down or up






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






24. Makes sure camera match - lighting






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






34. 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.






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






36. Over the shoulder






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






38. in control room






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






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






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






42. 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.






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






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






45. people who deliver lines






46. creates great depth and interest






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






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






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






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