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TV Production Basics

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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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. ...






3. creates great depth and interest






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






5. people who deliver lines






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






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






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






9. Interns - Cable Pullers - 2nd Assistant Directors






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. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






20. Makes sure camera match - lighting






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






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






23. Planning the project






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






25. ...






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






36. Makes sure camera match - lighting






37. Pointing the camera down or up






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






39. Indicates that the camera is level






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






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






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






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






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






46. Over the shoulder






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






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






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






50. Indicates that the camera is level