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Unit 23: Multi Camera Techniques

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Name:

Order of contents (italics show areas you must add in yourself)

Description of scripts
Multi-Camera Production roles
Assigned Roles for each interview
Mind-map for the content of your show
Defining the format of your programme
Defining the Presentation style
Defining the Visual style
Script: (add in the first draft of your script)
Writing links for your segments
Describing any footage/interviews/images/quotes to be inserted
in the interviews
Final draft of script using a highlighter show what has
changed since your first draft. Write a small paragraph explain
these changes.
Equipment List
Set Design
Lighting Design
Studio Management plan
Location Recce forms
Risk Assessment
Timed Script
Timed Shot list

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Multi-Camera Production Roles

You will be producing 3-4 interviews during your chat show. For each interview state who will be
doing which role. You must do EVERY role once during the show.
For more information on what each role entails, visit
http://www.bbc.co.uk/academy/collegeofproduction/collections/job_profiles
And search through the video profiles on the site.
TASK 1: Define each of the following roles
Interviewer
Describe their job Reference your research
An interviewer is someone that asks the guest questions in order to make the TV show
productive. The interviewer gathers information from the interviewee through a series of
questions. Depending on the nature of the topic, the questions may be more direct than others.
For example a political reporter will be the interviewer for a politician, and will ask very specific
questions about the profession. However this interviewer on the red carpet wants to put their
interviewee at ease, so they ask more casual questions and alter the way they speak to make it
feel like a friendly Conversation. They dont include the interviewer in shot because obviously
the camera is
Focused on the actor.
Which part of the studio do they work in? (ie control room, studio floor)
Interviewers mostly work on the studio floor because they are interviewing guests.
They work in front of the camera, whether its with their voice asking the questions or directly
there with the interviewee because they are the ones to draw the answers out of their
subjects and to provide the audience with entertainment
What skills do they need to do their job well?
Good communication and being Enthusiastic is key when performing in front of a camera, this
will then make the audience and the guest feel more at ease whilst watching the show.
Interviewers generally need to have a good knowledge of the guest when talking to them.

Director
Describe their job - Reference your research
A director is organiser and in a way acts as a manager whilst on set. Generally, a film director
controls a film's artistic and dramatic aspects, and visualizes the script while guiding the
technical crew and actors in the fulfilment of that vision. Directors need to be able to mediate
differences in creative visions and stay in the boundaries of the film's budget. There are many
pathways to becoming a film director. Some film directors started

Which part of the studio do they work in? (ie control room, studio floor)
Directors are supposed to be everywhere as they are in charge of the whole production, they
will drift from looking over the camera mans shoulder, to sitting in the mixing room, and will
interact with the interviewer in the middle of takes. He or she will provide criticism and change
things as the day goes on. There is not one place for the director to be.

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What skills do they need to do their job well?

Directors need a good general knowledge of pretty much everything, they generally need to be
upbeat and enthusiastic and critical to make the show or film as good as it can be.

Camera Person
Describe their job - Reference your research
A cameraman operates a variety of cameras to record video film for motion pictures, television
shows and commercials. If a cameraman works on location, he and the rest of the crew are
generally more involved in the creative process than outdoors or in a studio as there are
typically more available visual options than normal. Many commercials, music videos, and
documentaries are shot on location. Feature films normally shoot at least part of their project
on location.

Which part of the studio do they work in? (ie control room, studio floor)
A studio camera operators focus is generally on following a precise order of shots decided upon by
the director and practiced beforehand. The camera operator is responsible for physically operating
the camera and maintaining composition and camera angles throughout a given scene or shot.

What skills do they need to do their job well?

Cameraman should generally have a good general knowledge of how to work a camera digital
and manually and have photographic schools in order for the image to look right.

Sound Mixing
Describe their job - Reference your research
Sound mixing is key in any production as it could change at any time during the production.
A Motion Picture Production Sound Mixer is responsible for recording film/video production dialogue
and efx

Which part of the studio do they work in? (ie control room, studio floor)
He commands a crew consisting of one or more boom persons, a cable person and sometimes an
Equipment Technician. The Sound Mixer will determine what mikes are used for every scene (or
assign that responsibility to his boom person), he will operate the sound recorder, maintain the
Sound Report, notify the director of any sound problems, keep sound levels consistent, avoid
distortion because of too high levels, watch for boom shadows, determine sound perspective after
discussion with the director,

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What skills do they need to do their job well?

They will ned to have a good knowledge in sound of course and where to pick up sounds from etc.
Sound mixers generally work in the studio with a vast majority of equipment to help them along with
other people in the production company. They need extensive knowledge in the field of sound, and
to know how to use all the sound and mixing tools given to them. To be able to listen out for audio
queues

Vision Mixing
Describe their job - Reference your research
The main purpose of a vision mixer is to create a master output for a real-time video recording or
broadcast. Typically vision mixers are used for live events, or any event where multiple sources
need to be mixed in real-time. Vision mixers can also be used to create various visual effects, from
simple mixes and wipes between sources to advanced composite effects. Vision mixers are
conceptually similar to audio mixers. They take multiple input sources, apply any desired effects or
processing, and provide one or more outputs.

Which part of the studio do they work in? (ie control room, studio floor)
Vision mixers often work in the studio, as they are behind the camera.
They work under the command of the director, and behind the scenes in the control room. When
the queues are prompted, they will shift the visuals on-screen to a different image or video to move
the show along. They have to keep in time with the rest of the show, because there is always a risk
of switching too early or switching to the wrong thing

What skills do they need to do their job well?

be able to work on a variety of different vision mixing desks and equipment
have a good understanding of the language of the transmission
be able to stay calm and react quickly and accurately under pressure
have high levels of concentration and stamina
have the discipline to respond to cues accurately according to predetermined plans
have the confidence to take the initiative and deal with unforeseen circumstances or problems
when they arise
be able to multitask

Graphics Generator
Describe their job - Reference your research
A graphics generator is in charge of making any overlays involved in the making of the interview.
Any art that needs adding to the interview. Either to prompt memories form the viewer. These could
include music album art, or movie covers.

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Which part of the studio do they work in? (ie control room, studio floor)
Normally when live, a graphics generator will sit in the control along with the sound and visuals
team. The team will have to communicate with each other when ques are due in order to make the
interview or show run smoothly.

What skills do they need to do their job well?

Multi-tasking is a key thing someone would have to have as so many things are going on at
different times. Having knowledge on graphic/ editing softwares such as Photoshop etc. good
come in hand. Being mindful of timings is very important because in the control room everyone will
need to be in time with one another.

Lighting Desk
Describe their job - Reference your research
All lighting control consoles can control dimmers which control the intensity of the lights, the person
behind this is under strict direction from the director. During the technical rehearsals, the light board
operator usually programs the lighting console with the assistance of the lighting designer and
stage manager. In situations where manual boards are being used, the light board operator will
work with the lighting designer and the stage manager to practice the timing of the lighting changes.

Which part of the studio do they work in? (ie control room, studio floor)
Light board operators will work in the control room along with the visual, audio and graphics team.
They must be able to see what is going on as they are in charge of the lighting, so having an ear
piece in and getting instructions from the director is key as they are in control of the lighting within a
scene.

What skills do they need to do their job well?

Good communication skills with the director. Knowing when to use certain lighting is important
because it needs to match the mood of the interview or show.

Floor Manager
Describe their job - Reference your research
A floor mangers job is r to the directors, they make sure the interview runs smoothly. Floor
managers make sure that sets, props and technical equipment are safe, ready to use and in the
right position prior to filming. They have a liaising and coordinating role, acting as the link between
the director and the many people involved in a production on the studio floor.
It is the floor manager's responsibility to pass on cues to presenters and guests to ensure timings
are met and the broadcast goes smoothly. In short, they prevent everything from descending into
absolute chaos.
They make sure that events go according to a set plan and that people taking part know their
particular roles and how it fits in with whatever else is happening. The work is mainly studio-based,
but may also include outside broadcasts, depending on the production.

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Which part of the studio do they work in? (ie control room, studio floor)
Floor managers work on the studio floor. They make sure that from a side-line view, everything
looks like it should. They will often go into the control room to double check for the director that
everything is working and going as he wants it to.

What skills do they need to do their job well?

Floor managers need to have a strong ability to work under stressful situations and have a good
eye for detail.

http://www.allaboutcareers.com/careers/job-profile/television-floor-manager
http://www.mediacollege.com/
http://130.88.36.167/p/types_of_job/print/television_floor_manager.jsp

Details on your show

You must all carry out each job once

Interview 1
Interviewer

Camera Production 1
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management
Camera Production 2

Patrick sadd

Amber Cann

Scarlett Coats

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Vision Mixing
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management

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Interview 2
Interviewer

Joey Bartlett

Ambercann

Camera Production 1
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management
Camera Production 2

Scarlett coates

Vision Mixing
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management

Patrick sadd

Interview 3
Interviewer

Camera Production 1
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management
Camera Production 2

Joey Bartlett

Scarlett coates

Joey Bartlett

Vision Mixing
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management

Interview 4
Interviewer

Joey Bartlett

Camera Production 1
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management
Camera Production 2

Patrick sadd

Vision Mixing
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management

Scarlett Coates

Amber Cann

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Equipment List

Equipment
Cameras
Tripod
Script
Lighting (12)
Boom Mic
Green Screen
Mixing desk
External Microphone (4)

Set Design

Tick off during set-up of show

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Draw a plan of your set. Mark on the position of lights, cameras, props and Green-screen
backgrounds.
Add in photographs of your final set, including props etc.

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Lighting Design
Take photographs of the lighting set up for the following sections of your show;
a) The presenter introducing the show
b) Interviews (the lighting may be different for different interviews)
c) The end of the show
Stick the photographs in and add notes explaining the setup.

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Studio Management Plans

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a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)

Add and label the following to the plan of the studio floor;
The main studio
The control room
The storeroom
The editing suite
The main office
Your four cameras
Up to fourMicrophones
Where each Assigned Role will be located (ie Director, Vision Mixer etc)
Where you will keep your interviewees before they come on the set. A green room
should be comfortable with sufficient seating for all your guests. Any noise of their
chatting should not be heard on set.

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Location Recce Form

You must complete one of these for the studio and every location in which you film any prerecorded segments You can use the templates from the pre-production tabs

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Risk Assessment
State the potential risk of your multi-camera production. Check all precautions are in place and tick off
during your set up for your show.

RISK ASSESSMENT
ACTIVITY

RISK
H/M/L

HAZARD

PRECAUTIONS

IN PLACE

REVIEW
DATE

REVIEWER

Wires

Tripping

Tuck all lose

cables away

Yes

13/11/15

Amber

cameras

Tipping over

Place in table
position

Yes

13/11/15

Amber

Lights eight to
twelve

Hot/Heating up

Turn them off

after a period of
extended time/
Do not touch
them

Yes

13/11/15

Amber

13/11/15

Amber

Make sure
someone is
constantly
looking after
them

Yes

13/11/15

Amber

Actors

Could hurt
themselves within
environment

Please leave this section blank:

Risk Assessment checked by: Name ..
. Date
KEY: Activity :
Hazard :

Signed

Describe the component part of your pursuit.

List the things you anticipate might cause harm or the things associated
with your activity that have the potential to cause harm. Consider the
likely harm.
Risk:
Assess the risk as either H (High), M (Medium) or L (Low). When
concluding your assessment consider all of the circumstances.
Precautions: Consider what you could do to minimise / negate the risk.
In Place:
Will the precautionary measures be in place at the time of the activity?
Review Date: When would it be reasonable to review your assessment? Remember it
might be whilst you are undertaking the activity.
Reviewer:
Name of the person responsible for completing the risk assessment.
A copy of this form should be taken on the activity or visit by the Reviewer.

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Shot List
Use your timed script to write a shot list. You will need copies of this to go to your Vision mixer.
Type of shot

Camera No.

Current Action

Duration of shot

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Type of shot

Camera No.

Current Action

Duration of shot

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Type of shot

Camera No.

Current Action

Duration of shot

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Pictures of rehearsal to be inserted here:

Any changes after rehearsals please list here: