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TV Production Basics

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. A feature found on some zoom lenses that allows the operator to focus on objects very close to the lens.






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






3. An electronic adjustment of a camera to compensate for differences in color temperatures so that a pure white object will appear on-screen as pure white.






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






5. Planning the project






6. 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.






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






8. in control room






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






10. An electronic adjustment of a camera to compensate for differences in color temperatures so that a pure white object will appear on-screen as pure white.






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






13. A camera shot that starts with one object in focus - then changes to focus on another object.






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






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






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






17. people who deliver lines






18. punched switcher






19. Planning the project






20. 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.






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






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






23. 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.






24. 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.






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






26. Pointing the camera down or up






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






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






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






30. 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)






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






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






33. A person who oversees several production.






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






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






36. Indicates that the camera is level






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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. creates great depth and interest






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






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