Camera operator
Sound mixing
Vision mixing
Directing
Set designer
Lighting desk
Floor manager
Graphics generation
Videotape operator
Presenter
Camera Operator:
The camera operator has different roles and duties which must be followed. There are many duties which the camera operator has which other job roles also have but there are also specific job roles which the camera operator alone has. An example of a job role which is specifically important for a camera operator is that they must be able to function and use the camera. They have to be able to use the camera in an effective way and also be able to know what they have to when filming. Their job role enables them to make sure they have met the requirements for filming such as using different camera angles and shots. Another job role which is specially important for the camera operator is that they must be able to set the camera and also be able to manage the camera. For example setting the camera in a suitable position and being able to film a variety of shots which are required. Another job role which the camera operator must be able to do is solve any technological problems such as camera problems. This is because they must be able to fix and understand the equipment they are required to use. The camera operator will work right at the bottom of the structure this is because they are only required to follow the instructions of the director and also make sure what the director says is followed.
The skills which a camera operator is required to have is:
- The camera operator must be able to differentiate between camera angles and shots. The camera operator should be able to use a range of camera angles and shots which is most effective and suitable for that specific shot.
-Another skill which necessary for a camera operator to have is that they should be able to multi-task. This is an important factor which a camera operator must have because it means that they are able to communicate and also work at the same time. The reason as to why this is important is because the camera operator will have to consider the factors such as being able to communicate with people in the team so that they are able to follow instructions.
The duties of camera operator is:
-The camera operator will have to follow instructions and manage the camera. This means the camera operator will have to be able to take the directions and instructions from the director and be able to manage the camera.
-Another duty which a camera operator is required to have is that they should be able to manage the duties which means they should be able to set and prepare the camera so that it saves time during production. Its the duty of the camera operator to make sure all this has been taken care of and it is all fixed and managed beforehand.
-Another duty of a camera operator is that they should be able to follow instructions. This means the camera operator should make sure that they are able to follow and understand the instructions which are set by the producer.
Sound mixing:
The person in charge of the sound mixing will have to manage the sound and operate the sound. This means they will be in charge of all the sound which is presented and used in a production. There are many roles and responsibilities of the sound mixer. The sound mixer has to be able to manage and operate the sound. This means they need to know when they must change the sound and when they have to keep the sound at a specific level such as the base. Being in charge of the sound comes with a lot of responsibilities as the person in charge has to make sure that there is no voice over and they have to be able to follow instructions. The sound mixer will be at the middle of the hierarchy table as they have important tasks such as following the instructions of the director and managing what is said to them. The middle of the hierarchy table is second most important as its close to the director.
The skills which a sound mixer is required to have is:
-One of the key skills of the sound operator is that they must have good concentration. A sound operator must be able to communicate with members of the group. This means the sound operators concentration must be good so that they are able to communicate and also able to understand what is said to them.
-The sound mixer also has to be able to manage and operate the sound. This means the sound operator has to be able to know when the sound has to be changed and what sound and affect is best suited for specific scenes. For example choosing the correct sound for the opening scene.
- Another skill which a sound mixer must have is being able to work while under pressure. This skill is necessary as the sound mixer is usually put on the spot and they have to be able to manage and operate the sound at that precise moment. Therefore the sound operator will have to be able to choose and operate the sound under pressure.
The duties of the sound mixer is:
-The sound mixer must be able to deal with any sound difficulties. A duty of the sound operator is that they must be able to manage the sound which also means managing difficulties which may occur with the sound.
- Another duty is that the sound mixer must communicate with the director and discuss what they are planning to film. This will then enable the sound mixer to decide which sound effect is best suited for the production and certain scenes.
-Another duty of the sound mixer is that the they have to make sure they know how to handle the equipment. This means before production the sound mixer has to check all the equipment's and make sure they are all good to use during the production.
Vision mixing:
This is one of the most important factors in a production. The person in charge of the vision mixing has to be able to edit. The job role of the vision mixer is to edit scenes and shots filmed. The vision mixer has to also be able to edit live as this may be required in a live show.Therefore the vision mixer must be able to edit live and also be able to use variety and range of different skills and editing techniques. The vision mixer is also under the director in the middle as they have to follow the instructions of the director. The vision mixer also works closely with the director.
The skills a vision mixer is required to have:
-The vision mixer must be able to decide and choose which editing technique is best suited for a specific scene. A skill which is necessary for a vision mixer is being able to choose and decide under pressure on what effect, transition or editing technique may be required.
-Another skill of the vision mixer is that they must be able to multi-task. This is very important as the person who is in charge of the editing will have to communicate with the director so that they are aware of where and when they need to edit.
-Another skill which a vision mixer should have is being able to solve any problems which may occur. The vision mixer is also required to know what to do when a problem occurs. The vision mixer has to be able to manage and operate the equipment's even when there is a problem.
The duties of the vision mixer is:
- One of the important duties of the vision mixer is that they must be able to communicate with the director. This is important as this then enables them to decide what editing technique they may be required to do.
-Another duty of the vision mixer is that they choose the best editing technique for the production. This means analysing and choosing the correct editing technique and using it effectively. This is a duty as it means doing the job role of a vision mixer to the precise point where you are working and making a difference to the production.
-Another duty of the vision mixer is checking the equipments beforehand. By checking the equipments before you are making it
less likely for problems to occur. However, if problems were to occur you will know what to do in that situation and you can handle it efficiently.
Directing:
This is the most important job of any production. The director is in charge of mainly everything in the production and that before the production. This is the most important job because the director has to manage everything which is happening and also has to manage every job role. The director has to manage every role meaning the director has to check weather every person is doing their role properly and also everything which is happening during the production and before the production. The director has to also check and decide the overall script for the production and filming. The director is head of the hierarchy table. The director is right at the top of the table as they are most important in a production. The director is head and in charge of everything which means they will be head of the table.
The skills a director is required to have:
-The director must be able to communicate and manage a group of people. This means the director has to be able to work effectively with people. The director has to be good at leading and giving out instructions.
- The director must be able to make decisions and overall assumptions about what is happening during the production. The person in charge has to be able to decide what is best and what they feel will work best for the production.
-Another skill which is very important for a director to have is being able to multi-task. This is extremely important as the director has to be in more than one place. The director has to manage everything which means being able to multi-task necessary.
The duties of a director:
-To work with good leadership skills. This means working with the intention of making a success in a production and using this role to achieve the best and not for any other reasons. Working with good leadership skills also means the members participating will feel happy.
- Being a director is being the leader of a group which means a duty of a leader is to manage the group in a way in which it brings success to work. By having a role which is significantly important it is necessary to use this role to achieve the best and not to misuse this role.
-Another duty of the director to work faithfully. This means working and managing the group of workers so that they are happy with the job roles given. It also means not only giving orders but working alongside and also helping with anything such as any problems which may occur.
Set designer:
This is job role of the person in charge of the look of the set. The person who decides the look of the set and how the set is managed and well maintained. This is also an important role as the person in charge of the set has to be able to decide which look is best suited for the production. The set designer must be able to decide what look is best suited for the set at the time of production. However,this can be decided before at pre-production as everything is planned beforehand. The set designer will be close to the sound and vision mixer as after that the set designer is next important to the director. The director must be able to communicate with the set designer.
The skills a set designer is required to have is:
- The set designer is required to have creative side as this skill is best suited for a set designer. In order to decide and manage a set the set designer must be creative as this will prove to show some sense of style and design.
-The set designer must be able to have good leadership skills. Being the set designer comes with a lot of responsibility which means portraying your ideas must be clear and understandable. The set designer must be able to portray what they have in mind so that the members of the group are able to see what the set designer has decided.
-The set designer is also required to manage the set. Not only designing the set but also managing the set. So what happens on set and what must happen on set is also the job of the set designer. The set must be able to manage the roles of those who are on set and also help with what must be taken on set and off set and when this is suppose to happen at that specific time.
The duties of a set designer:
-The set designer has discuss the script with the director beforehand as this will then enable the set designer to choose and decide what is best suited for the production. discussing the script will help the set designer to choose what's best for the set.
- Its the set designers responsibility to maintain the set. This means choosing the best look for the set and also making sure the set looks best for the production. deciding the look and maintaining the look is an important task as this gives the overall look and live to the production.
-The set designer must be able to present a draft for the director. This means showing the director the ideas which the set designer has chosen and why. Showing a clear understanding will allow the director to see what the set designer has in mind for the set and why. If the chosen style is approved the set designer can make arrangements for the production, if not the set designer has to make amendments.
Lighting desk:
The person who is in charge of the lighting desk is the person who is responsible for all the lighting in the studio. This means all the lighting is handled and managed by one person and this person must be able to choose what is best suited. The lighting is an important factor which has to be controlled by someone who is experienced and knows how to manage lights as this will determine the look and also the style of a production.Being in charge of the lighting comes with great responsibility which includes making sure everyone on stage is visible and the correct lighting is used. The person in charge of the lighting must also be able to manage and set up the lighting equipment as this is also part of their job role. The lighting desk will be more in the middle under the set designer as they have to be close to the director however, it is not necessary for them to be right close to the director.
The skills the lighting desk is required to have is:
-The person in charge of the lighting must be able to manage and operate the lighting. This comes with a lot of responsibility such as being able to operate the lights and also being able to set up the lighting. The person in charge of the lighting must be able to set up the lighting quickly and also know what lighting is best.
- Another skill is that the person in charge of the lighting must be able to work under pressure. This is necessary as the person in charge of the lighting is usually working under pressure. Working under pressure means the person is able to work quickly which is important for a job role such as the lighting desk.
- The person in charge of the lighting must be creative. The person must also be able to choose and decide which lighting is best suited for the atmosphere and which lighting will best suit the environment. For example choosing a brighter lighting for when filming in a dark atmosphere.
The duties of the lighting desk is:
- One of the main duties of the person in charge of the lighting desk is that they must be able to handle the lighting and take any precautions. The person in charge of the lighting must be able to carry out any safety and hazard measures.
- Another duty of the the lighting desk is that the person in charge must be able to set up the equipment's. This also means being able to arrive to the production set on time so that the person is able to set all the equipment beforehand in case any problems occur.
-Another duty of the lighting desk is that the person must be able to fix any problems which may occur. The person has to be able to replace or fix any equipment's which may not be suitable to use. This is also the reason why the person in charge of the lighting desk has to check the equipment's beforehand.
Floor manager:
The floor manager is the person in charge of making sure everyone is ready for when to go on stage. The floor manager has a lot of responsibilities as they have to manage the entire floor and also be able to follow instruction so that they are aware of what they have to do. The floor manager must also take care of what has to be on stage and what is not required must be moved away to avoid cautions. The floor manager will have to make sure they are able to follow and give out instruction which will allow other members to understand and know when they are needed to go on stage. One of the main job roles of the floor manager is understanding and knowing when members are suppose to come on and off the stage. The floor manager will work directly under the director. This is because the director has to give instructions to the floor manager thereafter the floor manager has to manage everything which is happening and also be able to give out instructions to everyone on the set. This therefore means the floor manager has an important role as they have to manage everything after the director.
The skills the floor manager is required to have is:
-The floor manager must be able to have good leadership skills. Leadership skills are necessary for the floor manager as the floor manager has an important role of giving out instructions and also following the instruction which enables them to make a judgement and give out instructions.
-The floor manager must be organised and able to maintain the floor. This is necessary as managing the floor comes with a lot of responsibility and being organised is one of the roles which help with the managing of the floor. This is because the floor manager is aware and knows what they are required to do if they have everything organised.
- Another skill which the floor manager is required to have is that they must be able to voice their opinions out and also be able to communicate with members. This means the floor manager must be confident and able to voice their ideas. Being the floor manager means taking charge of the whole floor which is why it is necessary to be confident.
The duties of the floor manager is:
- One of the main duties of the floor manager is making sure the floor is cleared so that it prevents any problems. This will help the members of the group as it will be clear and they will then be able to work quicker without any obstructions.
-Another duty of the floor manager is being able to manage the stage. This means being able to call the members on and that to correctly so that there is no confusion. There are many duties however calling up the members is a necessary duty which means the floor manager must be able to follow instructions.
-The floor manager must be able to follow the script and do what is scheduled. This is an important duty as the members of the team will follow the schedule which then means the floor manager has to go by the schedule in order for the members to know what is happening on stage.
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Graphics generator:
The person in charge of the graphics has to deal with all the graphic which is shown on scene. This means the person has to handle what is shown on scene and also manage the affects and graphics shown. The graphics generator has to be able to decide which graphics is best to use for the opening, credits and through the production. This means the graphics generator must be able to work quickly and on the spot as the show is live. The graphics generator has to consider everything such as the background and the lighting when they are editing as this will help them decide which graphics is best suited for the production. The graphics generator must be creative and use innovative and unique graphics for production. The graphics generator will work under videotape operator. This is because the videotape operator will be able to help the graphics generator in choosing which graphics is best suited for the production.
The skills the graphics generator is required to have is:
-The graphics generator must be creative. This is one of the main skills which the graphics generator is required to have. This means the graphics generator must be able to choose graphics which is best suited for the production and also make sure the chosen graphics is unique and innovative as this will enable the production to be creative.
-The graphics designer must be able to work in a team. This is an important skill as the designer will have to discuss beforehand with the director as to what they are required to do. The graphics generator will have to be given deadlines so that they are able to manage the graphics live and are aware of what they must do.
-The graphics generator must be able to use different editing software's and be able to generate the graphics effectively. This means using a range of editing software's and choosing graphics which best suit the production. The graphics generator must also be able to communicate with the members of the team to get opinions and thoughts across which will help with the overall live production.
The duties of the graphics generator:
- The graphics generator must be punctual. This means they have to be on time and able to manage their job role quickly and efficiently. Arriving on time or before will enable them to make sure there is no problems and everything is working properly.
-Another duty of the graphics generator is making sure everything is set up beforehand. This will allow the graphics generator to maintain their job alongside being able to be organised and match the production schedule.
- Another duty of the graphics generator is being able to fix and able to manage the equipment. This means being able to manage the equipment's and software. It also means fixing the equipment's or software's if any problems occur.
Videotape operator:
The person in charge of the videotape must be able to manage and operate video. This may mean uploading or inserting a tape at a specific time. This means the videotape operator will have to be alert and aware of when they are required to change and chose the correct videotape which they are suppose to upload. The videotape operator must collect and use the correct videotapes for that specific production. For example in some magazine or chat shows they show clips of videotapes, this is shown through the videotape operator as they have to choose and decide when they must show the clip. Being in charge of the videotape means being responsible and keeping engaged so that they are aware of when they are required to change the videotape. The videotape operator will work under the director and also the vision mixer. This is because the vision mixer will be able to manage and direct the videotape operator and help in deciding when the video should be inserted.
The skills the videotape operator is required to have is:
-The videotape operator must be able to function and manage the equipment's. This means being able to choose the correct videotape during production. Therefore choosing all the tapes beforehand so that it is easier to decide which videotape is necessary for the production.
-The videotape operator must be able to communicate and interact with other members. This is extremely necessary as the videotape operator will only be aware of when they have to take action if they are aware of what is happening on stage.
-The videotape operator must also be able to work under pressure and also under stress. This is a skill which is required as the videotape operator will have to be alert as they may have to insert a videotape at anytime which therefore means inserting it at a pace which is suitable for the productions schedule.
The duties of the videotape operator is;
-A duty of the videotape operator is being able to decide when to upload a videotape. This means the operator has to be alert and ready as to when they have to upload. This also means being sharp and quick in their role.
-The videotape operator must also be able to edit any footage beforehand which may have needed to be edited. This is also another duty o the operator as this is necessary for the production and checking beforehand will stop any obstructions to the production.
-Another duty of the videotape operator is being able to communicate with the director beforehand. Communicating beforehand will mean allowing the videotape operator to have more time to decide and choose the videotape which is best suited for the production.
Presenter:
The presenter is the person who is in charge of following and directing the show by using the script. The script helps the presenter to be organised and aware of what they are suppose to present to the audience. The presenters responsibility is to manage the show and also make it entertaining for the audience so that they are engaged and feel interacted with the show. The presenter must be able to adapt to the environment and the surrounding of the show and thereafter adapt to the situation. The presenters job is make sure they present what they are subjected to. This means presenting the genre which the production is about. For example in a music show the presenter will present and maintain the show in an upbeat environment where they will talk about music. The presenter is directly under the director and the floor manager. This is because the director will give instructions to the presenter and the floor manager will help the presenter in making sure the instructions are met and also help keep the production organised.
The skills the presenter is required to have is:
-The main important skill of the presenter is being able to communicate. Communication is extremely important this is because the presenter is communicating and interacting with an audience so being able to communicate with the members of the team and audience is necessary.
-The presenter is also required to have knowledge about the topic which is being discussed as they may be put on the spot. This is also important in case things don't go as plan the presenter must be able to cover the show with any relevant subject.
-Another skill of the presenter is being confident. Being confident means being able to project your voice and interact and engage with the audience. interacting is showing your confidence as this enables the audience to understand what has been said to them.
The duties of the presenter is:
-It is important for the presenter to prepare and organise themselves before the production. This means going over scripts and being aware and having a rough idea of what they will say and when they are planning to say it during the production.
- The presenter must be able to interact and engage with the target audience. This means the presenter has to analyse and evaluate beforehand. Analysing beforehand will then enable them to understand and know what their target audience expect from them.
-Another duty of the presenter is being able to communicate with the director. This is necessary as they have to work closely with the director to achieve the correct attitude and subject to present to the audience.
The order of the hierarchy in a multi-camera job role is:
Directing
Floor manager
Presenter
Set designer
Vision mixing
Graphics generation
Videotape operator
Sound mixing
Lighting desk
Directing
Floor manager
Presenter
Set designer
Vision mixing
Graphics generation
Videotape operator
Sound mixing
Lighting desk
Camera operator
