Studio
Sound
Vision Mixer
Director
Producer
Autoque
Floor Management
Floor Manager-Control
Camera Operator
Runner- Organised- Positive- Shouted at- Problems
Make Up
Lighting
Junior Rigger (Cable Basher)
Talent
Warm Up Act
Audio Suprivisor
The Audio Suprivisor has the mammoth task of mixing all the sounds together and understanding all the technical aspects of music. They also require engineering expertise as well and also the ability to be able to make decisions when sound is good and when sound is bad. Most of this though can take place during pre production when you are gathering all the information about the the performers and instruments and then he can set up the sound deck for the performer.
Auto Cue
A Teleprompter which is fixed into the camera tripod which has an camera attached to it. It is a one way mirror that reflects a mirrored version of the text in a way so the presenter can read it while they are staring into the camera and the presenter is acting like they know what they are going on about. Auto Cue is manned by someone in the gallery by using a scroller to scroll the txt down so the presenter can read it.
Vision Mixer
The Vision Mixer works with the director to bring all the camera shots together so they can create a sequence on any show that is recorded on multiple cameras which is ether live on television or is recorded before they go live on television on a vision mixing desk. They also cut and mix different camera shots and also overlay graphics and also play in tapes all under instructions of the director.
Director
The majority of the directors work happens during the pre production stage such as working out camera shots and also camera positions. During the production the director is in charge of all the personal on the studio, floor and the gallery working along side the producer, vision mixer and also the floor manager. A good director will have the skills to be able to understand all the different aspects of television and post production and also to be able to lead a team a motivate the cast.
Producer
The producers has the responsibility for the overall quality of the program and ensuring that they meet the broadcasters standards that they set. The producer is responsible for the editorial and also the visual aspects of the programme. The also help out with the writing and the preparation of scripts and also they direct presenters and cameras in the studio. To become a producer you would have to have experience in the lower level production jobs, problem solving and also to compile with regulations.
Floor Manager
The floor manager is in charge of running the set on the floor and also making sure that all props are safe and ready to use when there needed. They have a link towards the director and gallery to pass on cues and floor movements to presenters, crew and also to make sure that all timings are met insuring the broadcast will run smoothly.
Runner
The runner is the lowest ranked job within the film industry but is one of the most important in the film industry. Runners basically run information from the director and producers to anyone who requires this information. talent liaison, treating and seeing to the needs of the talent and being general dogs body. The runner has to have a positive attitude, be fit and also have self confidence to prove themselves and also be very good at solving problems.
Talent
The talent is the overview who appears on the screen on the multi camera production. This could include presenters and also experts in there fields and this could also apply to the general public. The certain job applications differ from and that can depend on the talents role in the production. The general public and also the experts are usually the guests on the show and there responsibilities are usually to answer questions on the show and an example of this could be the BBC news.
Camera Operator
The camera operator is known as one of the most important jobs seeing as this is what the audience will be shown on live TV and if there are any issues the audience will be able to spot them. The camera operator usually takes all there instructions from the director who will be in the gallery. The instructions that they will be given are for when they should zoom in, zoom out, pan to the left and right and those instructions will go to each individual. Sometimes for example like on Sky Sports News they don’t have a camera operator anymore they have cameras set up on tracks which are controlled electronically and all the directions will be programmed into the camera.
Presenters
Presenters are there to give a face to face show presenters come in different forms from news presenters to Saturday night live productions and they all require different skills for each job. What a news presenter does is hosts, reads the news, interviews and also reports on issues and also events in the media. To be able to be successful in this job you need to have a strong personality and also be able to communicate and understand the production process. You also need to be able to add a sense of performance to the job and also be able to handle stress. You need these skills when working on a Saturday live show and some of the skills needed for this are engaging the audience and also having a sense of humour.
Junior Rigger
The junior rigger is also known as the cable basher which are trainee jobs within production and they involve you running around with the camera man laying the cable behind him making sure they don’t trip, you have to be really fit for this job as it involves a lot of running around.
Make Up Artist
A make up artists main job is to make sure that the talent on screen looks presentable at all times even when it is 6 in the morning and they are presenting the news they always have to look there best. They also have a big responsibility of of interpreting the make up requirements and also of the client and the need to use there initiative to decide whats best for the client as well so they will look there best on screen. The make up artist also takes into account the heat of the lights on set and the HD cameras used as these will show up lines and the wrinkles so the make up artist has to take this into account.
Lighting
The lighting technicians job is important as well they are required to set up lights to give an atmosphere to the set depending on the scene or type of show being filmed. The time of day is also a factor as the technician has to set up for a certain time of day. Being a light technician is a very high level job requiring creative skill and also making sure lights are in the correct position. They also need to be able to do manual labor with heavy lighting rigs and also be conscious about cables and health and safety.
Warm Up Act
A warm up acts responsibility is to warm up the crowd before the main act is on and they do this by keeping the crowd occupied while the crew gets ready for the main show for example like the voice which is a pre recorded show and isn’t done live on television. If the show requires an audience participation then the warm up act will just explain what the audience should do to react and these are mostly people with a positive attitude and usually have a bit of character.
Vision Mixer
The Vision Mixer works with the director to bring all the camera shots together so they can create a sequence on any show that is recorded on multiple cameras which is ether live on television or is recorded before they go live on television on a vision mixing desk. They also cut and mix different camera shots and also overlay graphics and also play in tapes all under instructions of the director.
Director
The majority of the directors work happens during the pre production stage such as working out camera shots and also camera positions. During the production the director is in charge of all the personal on the studio, floor and the gallery working along side the producer, vision mixer and also the floor manager. A good director will have the skills to be able to understand all the different aspects of television and post production and also to be able to lead a team a motivate the cast.
Producer
The producers has the responsibility for the overall quality of the program and ensuring that they meet the broadcasters standards that they set. The producer is responsible for the editorial and also the visual aspects of the programme. The also help out with the writing and the preparation of scripts and also they direct presenters and cameras in the studio. To become a producer you would have to have experience in the lower level production jobs, problem solving and also to compile with regulations.
Floor Manager
The floor manager is in charge of running the set on the floor and also making sure that all props are safe and ready to use when there needed. They have a link towards the director and gallery to pass on cues and floor movements to presenters, crew and also to make sure that all timings are met insuring the broadcast will run smoothly.
Runner
The runner is the lowest ranked job within the film industry but is one of the most important in the film industry. Runners basically run information from the director and producers to anyone who requires this information. talent liaison, treating and seeing to the needs of the talent and being general dogs body. The runner has to have a positive attitude, be fit and also have self confidence to prove themselves and also be very good at solving problems.
Talent
The talent is the overview who appears on the screen on the multi camera production. This could include presenters and also experts in there fields and this could also apply to the general public. The certain job applications differ from and that can depend on the talents role in the production. The general public and also the experts are usually the guests on the show and there responsibilities are usually to answer questions on the show and an example of this could be the BBC news.
Camera Operator
The camera operator is known as one of the most important jobs seeing as this is what the audience will be shown on live TV and if there are any issues the audience will be able to spot them. The camera operator usually takes all there instructions from the director who will be in the gallery. The instructions that they will be given are for when they should zoom in, zoom out, pan to the left and right and those instructions will go to each individual. Sometimes for example like on Sky Sports News they don’t have a camera operator anymore they have cameras set up on tracks which are controlled electronically and all the directions will be programmed into the camera.
Presenters
Presenters are there to give a face to face show presenters come in different forms from news presenters to Saturday night live productions and they all require different skills for each job. What a news presenter does is hosts, reads the news, interviews and also reports on issues and also events in the media. To be able to be successful in this job you need to have a strong personality and also be able to communicate and understand the production process. You also need to be able to add a sense of performance to the job and also be able to handle stress. You need these skills when working on a Saturday live show and some of the skills needed for this are engaging the audience and also having a sense of humour.
Junior Rigger
The junior rigger is also known as the cable basher which are trainee jobs within production and they involve you running around with the camera man laying the cable behind him making sure they don’t trip, you have to be really fit for this job as it involves a lot of running around.
Make Up Artist
A make up artists main job is to make sure that the talent on screen looks presentable at all times even when it is 6 in the morning and they are presenting the news they always have to look there best. They also have a big responsibility of of interpreting the make up requirements and also of the client and the need to use there initiative to decide whats best for the client as well so they will look there best on screen. The make up artist also takes into account the heat of the lights on set and the HD cameras used as these will show up lines and the wrinkles so the make up artist has to take this into account.
Lighting
The lighting technicians job is important as well they are required to set up lights to give an atmosphere to the set depending on the scene or type of show being filmed. The time of day is also a factor as the technician has to set up for a certain time of day. Being a light technician is a very high level job requiring creative skill and also making sure lights are in the correct position. They also need to be able to do manual labor with heavy lighting rigs and also be conscious about cables and health and safety.
Warm Up Act
A warm up acts responsibility is to warm up the crowd before the main act is on and they do this by keeping the crowd occupied while the crew gets ready for the main show for example like the voice which is a pre recorded show and isn’t done live on television. If the show requires an audience participation then the warm up act will just explain what the audience should do to react and these are mostly people with a positive attitude and usually have a bit of character.
