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TV Production Basics

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






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






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






4. 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.






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






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






7. in control room






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






9. A person who oversees several production.






10. 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.






11. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






17. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






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






24. ...






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






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






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






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






29. Over the shoulder






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






37. Indicates that the camera is level






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






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






40. 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






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






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






43. 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.






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






45. 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.






46. in control room






47. 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.






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






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






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