unit 3
- 1. Unit 3 TV Job RolesGrid Job Role Roles and Responsibilities (what they do and are in charge of) Qualities Needed (skills and or qualifications) Camera Operator (Studio/Outside Broadcast) Ensuring that cameras and associated equipment are rigged and ready for the required shots to be taken have good colour vision, and excellent hand-to-eye co- ordination be able to take direction and work as part of a team, particularly on multi-camera shoots Script Supervisor Ensuring that film and TV dramas, shot out of script sequence, end up making continuous verbal and visual sense have exceptional skills of observation have a meticulous and methodical attention to detail have stamina to remain alert and focused during long filming days Make-Upand Hair Artist - Film& TV Creating make-ups and hairstyles to meet production requirements Overseeing make-up and hair continuity during filming Working to the Make-up and Hair Designer’s brief possess hairdressing skills including: cutting, waving, straightening, non-permanent colouring, setting, applying extensions, braiding, shaving; wig setting and dressing; and applying, dressing and applying facial hair Director Being the driving creative force in a film's production - visualising and defining the style and structure of the film, then bringing it to life Carrying out duties such as casting, script editing, shot have exceptional artistic vision and creative skills have unerring commitment have a deep passion for filmmaking
- 2. composition, shot selection and editing Acting as the crucial link between the production, technical and creative teams be a strong and confident leader Researcher Originating or developing programme ideas, drawing on knowledge and understanding of industry requirements, and presenting findings to decision makers Checking facts and briefing writers who write scripts for on- screen presenters be able to establish a rapport quickly with production personnel and potential contributors maintain up-to-date contact lists and be able to access relevant information from various sources Gaffer Being responsible for all the practical aspects of lighting sets and locations have a deep knowledge of what can be achieved in terms of lighting for each production, in any particular studio or location be able to interpret lighting plans, including all aspects of the rig, scale drawings of all lamps and their positions, and what lighting gels and circuits to use Boom Operator Controlling the long boom arm, manoeuvring it as close to the action as possible in order to achieve the best quality sound recording Fitting radio microphones to actors and presenters be a strong team player – many of the skills needed in this role involve working as a team as efficiently and effectively as possible be willing and able to compromise pay close attention to detail and concentrate for long
- 3. periods