Here is the list of words I had to add to find a definition of to add to the handbook. Each group member had a list of words to complete. If there are any changes that need to be made by other group members, we will spend some time tomorrow going through and editing any parts we feel necessary.
Glossary words
Single camera:
The single-camera mode (single camera set-up) is a popular technique used when shooting films and television programs. It is used on set and is employed by each shot in a scene being taken individually. By using one camera not only does it cut costs and crew, but it also gives the director more control when taking shots, meaning you have a well thought out scene.
Production:
A television or film production is the actual process of making the programme or film, from an initial story idea or commission, through to scriptwriting, shooting, editing, directing and then final distribution to an audience. Productions take place all over the world, using a variety of techniques, actors, crew and equipment.
Shot:
A shot in television and film is a term used within the industry that is made up of a series of frames, used in motion picture. It runs for an uninterrupted period of time and can be defined by different shot types. For example a wide shot, two shot, close up etc. The term originated from the days when cameras were hand cranked, and were operated similar to the hand cranked machine guns of that era, therefore a film was "shot" similar to how you would shoot a gun.
Mise-en-scene:
Mise-en-scene is a French term that describes the design aspects of film production, which essentially means the "visual theme" or the art of telling a story. This is done in a visual sense through storyboarding, cinematography and stage design and then carried through by direction. In cinema, Mise-en-scene is taken very seriously as it is literally everything that appears before the camera and the way in which it is arranged. The director uses mise-en-scene to tell their story, through composition, sets, props, costumes, and lighting. It is also considered in the positioning and movement of the actors on the set. In the industry we call this “blocking”.
Multi camera:
The multi-camera set up is another method of shooting television and film. It relies on using more than one camera on set or in the studio, to capture several shots at any one time. Particularly popular with live television, it is a mode that is more expensive than single camera, but also has many advantages including the obvious attraction of less continuity errors.
Producers:
The primary role of a television producer is to control all aspects of production, ranging from show idea development to cast hiring and on-set supervision. The producer is often the one responsible for the show's overall quality and suitability, though the role does vary depending on particular shows or organisations. They can also take on other roles including conceiving new programs and pitching them to networks, as well as focusing more executive matters, such as budgets and contracts. The roles for film producers are very similar in that they control all the money, contracts and pitching as well as taking active roles within the film making process.
Directors:
A film and television director also has very similar roles within their production. They are the people who direct the actors and crew in the making of a film or programme. In film they control the artistic and dramatic aspects, while guiding the technical crew and actors and in television they also direct the actors and technical crew in achieving the scenes within a programme. They work very closely alongside the producers to ensure they are attaining exactly what they need.
Budget:
Budget is one of the most important aspects when planning a film or TV production as it is the main source of your production’s progress and success. The budget of your film is all the money you will spend throughout the production, from pre to post. When planning a film or TV production you have to consider all elements into the budget, including actors, crew, equipment, locations etc.
Equipment:
Equipment in TV and film is vital, without it you couldn’t actually create a piece of film. Critical equipment lists will include; cameras, lighting, rigs, tripods, grips, sound kits and dolly and tracks.
Crew:
A film crew is a group of people hired by a production company for the purpose of producing a film or motion picture. Similar to this is crew for television productions as they fall under similar roles to a film crew including a director, producer, camera man, sound assistant etc.
Scene:
A scene is thought of as the action in a single location and continuous time. Every time a location or time frame changes, so does the scene. This is inclusive for both television and film. Narrative structure:
A narrative structure in both television films is classed as the framework of a story. Generally, the narrative structure can be divided into three sections, which is known as the three-act structure: setup, conflict and resolution. There are many theories on narrative structure that are important to the way in which we see our films today, two theories we explore today were introduced by structuralist literary theorists Todorov and Propp.
Created and Reseached by: Hannah Shute
