Studied by 2 people
Talent can apply to...
A world-famous actor
An on-camera news anchor
A game show host
Real-life subjects in a documentary who have never been on camera before
A man on the street
Children
Animals
Extras
Elements that contribute to the overall visual aesthetics...
Lighting
Camera lenses and angles
Video or film stock
Wardrobe
Makeup
Props, and set design all contribute to the overall visual aesthetics
Special production equipment needs to be arranged in advance of the shoot, and might include...
Cameras and lenses, screens, tripods, batteries, video stock, etc.
Sound, extra mics, mixers, booms, windscreens, lavs, wireless bodypacks, etc.
Grip and electric with cables, extra power sources, generators, cords, gaffer’s tape, etc.
Walkie-talkies
A dolly and tracks
Additional cranes and jibs for cameras
Steadicam mounts
Explosive devices
HMI and other lights, gels, stands, and neutral-density gels
Camera cars
A video monitor for each camera
Teleprompters
PA
Production Assistant
Production Book...
The traditional production book is kept in a three-ring loose-leaf binder, with dividers for each section
On a small project, the producer keeps their own book and updates it regularly
On a larger production, usually, a production assistant (PA) or production coordinator is put in charge of making multiple copies of production books for the key production personnel, giving everyone the same updated information
Actors and Talent: Child actors...
Union rules require that children have a shorter working schedule, and must have a tutor, parent, or social worker with them at all times, especially if the talent is missing regularly scheduled school time
Actors and Talent: Animals...
Using an animal in a shoot requires a special trainer who can prompt it to do tricks and stunts, and who supervises the animal between takes
Whenever any animal is on set, the American Humane Association (AHA) must be notified. This mandate even extends to cockroaches
Actors and Talent: Extras and crowds...
The producer in charge of the extras will often audition them or find them through other means
Then, they will schedule their call time on set, arrange a comfortable waiting area, give them the proper release forms to fill out, and decide who needs wardrobe, hair, and/or makeup
While they wait for their scene, extras are provided with food, water, and bathroom facilities; they are usually rehearsed before the shoot
Actors and Talent: Stunts...
The stunt category can include tripping on the stairs, a car chase, explosions, gunshots, falls from buildings, and fist fights
An effective stunt requires careful design, test runs, and rehearsals, and is generally performed by professional stuntmen and women
Stunt work requires rehearsal time as well as fees and additional insurance
Actors and Talent: Convenience vehicles...
Some productions require mobile dressing rooms, portable bathrooms, and craft service trucks
The transportation captain is in charge of locating the vehicles, negotiating fees, and arranging for their call times on the production
If extra insurance is necessary, that information is given to the producer, line producer, or UPM
Actors and Talent: Meals and craft services...
Provide healthy snacks, coffee, tea, and water, and make them available at all times, close to the set or location
Give everyone a complete, healthy meal at least once a day, ideally every six hours
Actors and Talent: Security/crowd control...
If local police are not available, hire a private security company or assign a strong-willed and muscle-bound production assistant (PA) to keep the crowd at a reasonable distance
If any of the people milling around might be shot on camera, the person in charge posts a notice, stating that people may be on camera and they have a choice to stay and be photographed or to leave
The Timing of the Shoot: Hair/makeup...
Some actors or shots need additional prep time
The Timing of the Shoot: Break down...
Disassembling equipment and sets after the shoot are completed, and either taking much of it to the next location, disposing of it, or returning it
The Timing of the Shoot: Setup...
Prelighting and camera blocking, loading in sets, equipment, and furnishings
The Timing of the Shoot: Transportation department...
Vans or trucks for loading and transporting equipment, sets and set dressings, the crew, and the talent
The Timing of the Shoot: Art department...
Building, painting, and delivering sets, furnishings, and props
Production Report includes...
Call times
Scene numbers
Deleted shots
Setups
Video and audio reel numbers
The crew members involved and the hours they worked
The locations
Meals served
Equipment and vehicles
Delays or accidents on the shoot
PR
Production Report
The production report is often (but not always) prepared by the same person who is responsible for...
The call sheet
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