Unit 23: Multi Camera Techniques

Production Booklet

Name: Charlotte

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

Multi-Camera Production roles

Assigned Roles for each interview
Equipment List
Set Design
Lighting Design
Studio Management plan
Location Recce forms
Risk Assessment
Timed Script
Timed Shot list

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
The interviewer is the individual whom conducts the interview, they are in charge
of asking the questions, and if this for a video production, is usually required to do
so with an element of presentation. The job of interviewer may also require an
individual to do initial research about the subject or the person they are
interviewing.
The interviewer works in the centre of the entire production, on the studio floor.
They are usually centred with the guest of which they are interviewing. In some
instances, the interviewer will be pictured of camera, but will sit by the camera, so
the guest is looking at who they are being addressed by.
In order to do this job to a high standard, broadcast presenters skills would have to
be to quality, particularly their presentation and communication. In a role such as
this, a broadcast presenter would require an element of creativity; as well as
confidence and a clear speaking voice, as the audience has to be able to
understand, as well as feel comfortable whilst watching the programme.
Director
A director fundamentally runs the production, and is required to properly structure
and organise the individuals being filmed. The director is required to compose the
shots and is in charge of certain aspects, including post production. The
directors visualisation for the project is the most solid link between the creative,
technical and production teams.
The director works in a variety of places over the duration of the production. They
would be present on the studio floor, the post production room and even the pre
production, making sure their vision for the production is followed.
In order to complete the job effectively, the director needs to be a strong leader, as
well as confident. This is so that the team will follow and listen to the director, so
that the production is to the highest quality possible. Decision making is a key
part of being a director, particularly under pressure, as aspects of the production
may change for a variety of reasons, such as change of ideas, physical restrictions
and issues arising during the shoot. Should anything go wrong, the director should
be able to be motivational for the team and be able to boost the morale. Attention
to detail, and ability to work for long periods of time is important, particularly
during the post production process; this would also require large amounts of
commitment to the production. A director should be able to work well with
anyone, and be versatile and reliable for members of the crew.
Camera Person

During the production, a camera operators main responsibility is

preparing and operating the camera. Smaller aspects of the job include
communicating with the director, as well as understanding the visual
image that is trying to be achieved. If this job is a senior role, a camera
operator may be required to manage other camera crew.
Camera operators work on the studio floor.

In order to be a camera operator, an individual would need extensive knowledge on

cameras, different varieties and how they work. They would also need to require a
level of creativity within their job, as well as the technical side of the job.
Communication and patience is important whilst working on a production with a
large crew, as being sensitive to different creative ideas is an important aspect to
keep the production running smoothly. Co ordination and strength is important,
due to the physical aspects of the job.
Sound Mixing
The main responsibility of this job is to assure the audio is recorded, and to a high
standard. A Sound mixer will also need to work with other crew members, to assure the
highest quality of work, as well as setting up and organising sound equipment.
Camera operators work on the studio floor.

In order to complete this job to a high quality, a camera operator would need to have
an understanding of sound and how the equipment works. They would have to be
sensitive to the other members of the crew, and work well with them. This job would
require both excellent communication and listening skills, so the mixer understands the
job they are required to do.
Vision Mixing
The vision mixers job is to be in charge of the editing process during post- production.
The vision mixer would be placed in the control room, in order to edit the clips together
as they are filmed.
A major aspect of this job is to remain calm under pressure, as things may go wrong,
this may require the vision mixer to switch cameras. As well as using their initiative in
such an instance, and the confidence to make the changes if needed. In order for the
production to run smoothly, the vision mixer would need to be quick and concentrated.
Organisation is also an important part of this job.
Graphics Generator
A graphics generator would need to be able to liase with the director/client in order to
gather what creative information they need. They would need to have a knowledge of
how the software used is worked, as well as how the production intends to be run. They
may also need to make a variety of drafts and rough sketches of the idea, and work
with a client to achieve what they want.

A graphics designer would be working in the pre production stages, so

may not be present during the shooting of the production.
In order to complete their job in the best way possible, a graphics generator
would need to be able to have knowledge of their software, how graphics
design works, and an aspect of creativity. They would need communication
skills in order to communicate with their clients. They would need to be critical of their
own work as well as have a good attention to detail, in order for what they produce to
be of a high quality.

Lighting Desk
A lighting desk would need to look over scripts, and understand the creative vision of
producers/directors. They would also need to be able to understand how to use the
equipment, as well as using it to the best of their potential.
During the production, the lighting desk would be on the studio floor.
In order to complete this job to maximum ability, a lighting desk would need to have a
working knowledge of the equipment that they use, as well as being able to work with
other members of their team, and communicating well within them.

Floor Manager
Floor managers are in charge of assuring props, sets and technical equipment are in
order for the production to commence. They are in charge of the co ordination of the
crew, liaising and communicating, in order for the production to run smoothly; they also
pass on any last minute cues or changes to presenters or guests. This work is mainly
studio based. They are essential for achieving a smooth, organised production.
The floor manager would work on the studio floor, navigating between all the different
crew members.
In order for a floor manager to complete their jobs to the maximum potential, they
must be able to work under pressure, have good communication skills and be
authorative. They would also have to be good at multi tasking and have good
organisational skills.

Bibliography:
Bibliography
Farlex (2003a) Interviewer, in
Available at: http://www.thefreedictionary.com/interviewer
(Accessed: 13 October 2016).

Citations, Quotes & Annotations

Farlex (2003a) Interviewer, in
Available at: http://www.thefreedictionary.com/interviewer
(Accessed: 13 October 2016).
(Farlex, 2003a)
Written and editors, A. (2015) Broadcast presenter.
Available at: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/broadcast-presenter
(Accessed: 13 October 2016).
Citations, Quotes & Annotations
Written and editors, A. (2015) Broadcast presenter.
Available at: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/broadcast-presenter
(Accessed: 13 October 2016).
(Written and editors, 2015)
2016, C.S. (2016) Runner / floor runner.
Available at: http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles/758_director
(Accessed: 13 October 2016).

Citations, Quotes & Annotations

2016, C.S. (2016) Runner / floor runner.
Available at: http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles/758_director
(Accessed: 13 October

(No Date) Available at: http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles/3073_camera_operator

(Accessed: 13 October 2016).

itations, Quotes & Annotations

(No Date) Available at: http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles/3073_camera_operator

(Accessed: 13 October 2016).
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2016, C.S. (2016a) Podcast producer.

Available at: http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles/3836_production_sound_mixer
(Accessed: 13 October 2016).

Citations, Quotes & Annotations

2016, C.S. (2016a) Podcast producer.
Available at: http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles/3836_production_sound_mixer
(Accessed: 13 October 2016).
(2016, 2016a)
2016, C.S. (2016a) Broadcast engineer.
Available at: http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles/318_vision_mixer
(Accessed: 13 October 2016).

Citations, Quotes & Annotations

2016, C.S. (2016a) Broadcast engineer.
Available at: http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles/318_vision_mixer
(Accessed: 13 October 2016).
(2016, 2016a)
B_TARGETjobs, R. (2012) Graphic designer: Job description.
Available at: https://targetjobs.co.uk/careers-advice/job-descriptions/279603-graphic-designer-job-description
(Accessed: 13 October 2016).

Citations, Quotes & Annotations

B_TARGETjobs, R. (2012) Graphic designer: Job description. Available at: https://targetjobs.co.uk/careers-advice/jobdescriptions/279603-graphic-designer-job-description (Accessed: 13 October 2016).
(B_TARGETjobs, 2012)

Details on your show

You must all carry out each job once

Interview 1
Interviewer
Jason
Camera Production 1
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management
Camera Production 2

Sam
Charlotte

Vision Mixing
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management

Josh

.
Interview 2
Interviewer
Josh
Camera Production 1
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management

Jason

Chess
Interviewer
Jason And Emily
Camera Production 1
Lighting Desk and Floor

Josh

Management
Camera Production 2
Charlotte
Commentator

Sam

Product Review
Hosts
Camera Production 1
Lighting Desk and Floor
Management
Camera Production 2
(Free Cam)
Boom Mic

Sam and Charlotte

Emily
Josh
Jason

Equipment List

Tick off during set-up of

Equipment
Camera x5
Tripod x4
Boom mic x3
Lighting x2
Go Pro x2
Light Stand x2
Props
Sofa x2
Chess table
Chess pieces
Chairs x2

show

Set Design
Draw a plan of your set. Mark on the position of lights, cameras, props and Greenscreen backgrounds.
Add in photographs of your final set, including props etc.

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.

Studio Management Plans

Risk Assessment

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

Type of shot

Camera No.

Current Action

Duration
of shot

Type of shot

Camera No.

Current Action

Duration
of shot

Pictures of rehearsal to be inserted here:

Any changes after rehearsals please list here: