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Taylor & Francis Ltd Single Camera Video Production 6Th Edition 2014 by Robert B. PhD Musburger, Michael R. Ogden
Learn everything you need to know about producing single-camera video, from preproduction planning to setting up, rehearsing, shooting, editing, and delivering. Master lighting, audio, and editing techniques that will enhance the quality of your video projects and captivate your audience. Simple, elegant, and easy to use, Single-Camera Video Production, Sixth Edition is a staple in any video student or artist's library. Whether you're just learning the basics of video production or you're a veteran who needs a refresher, this book provides you with a toolkit for understanding and implementing single-camera workflows, as well as how to use the single-camera format to its best advantage by emphasizing the importance of goals, audience analysis, and technology. This new edition has been updated to include:Expanded sections on digital workflows, field and studio production, preproduction planning, audio, lighting, distribution, and editing techniques Detailed gear lists covering the latest camera, recorder, audio, lighting, and stabilization equipment used in the industry today Fresh tips on creating video for your target audience and exhibition platform and shooting for the editing processInsider career advice, including tips on how to get an internship, interviewing, finding a job, and earning a promotionA companion website (www.focalpress.com/cw/singlecam) with video examples of the techniques discussed in the book, as well as evolving updates on key technological shifts IntroductionAdditional Comments on the Sixth EditionAcknowledgmentsCHAPTER ONE Production Philosophy The Production Process Importance of Goal, Objectives, and Audience Analysis Importance of Workflow Difference between Studio and Field Production Importance of Technology CHAPTER TWOAesthetics in Media Production Importance of Aesthetics Criticism and Critics Cultural Differences Reality Summary CHAPTER THREEThe Technology Connecting the Read World to the Digital World Limitations of Equipment Audio Signals Frequency Amplitude Measuring Audio Signals Compression Video Signals Changing Light into Electrons Scanning Systems, Formats, and Frame Rates Measuring Video Signals Video Compression CHAPTER FOURThe Equipment Equipment Development Cameras Camera Types Consumer Cameras "Prosumer" and Industrial Cameras DSLR Cameras Professional Broadcast Cameras Digital Cinema Cameras Specialized Digital Cameras Image Sensors and Optics CCD and CMOS Chips Optics Focal Length Focus Aperture Depth of Field Viewfinder and Camera Controls Viewfinder Camera Controls Bars/Gain Selector Color Temperature Control/Filter Selector White Balance Camera Supports Tripods and Body Mounts Cranes, Dollies, and Pedestals Handholding the Camera Digital Recording Recording Recorder Operation Audio Microphone Types Electronic Impedance Pickup Pattern Mounting Devices Non-microphone Audio Sources Which Audio Track to Use Connecting Equipment Cable Coiling Power Connectors and Plugs Audio Connectors Video Connectors Digital Connectors Lighting Properties of Light Light Intensity Hard vs Soft Light Color Temperature of Light Light Instruments: Floodlights Light Instruments: Focusing Spotlights Light Instruments: Fixed-Focus Controlling Light Power Sources Measuring Light Intensity Lighting Ratio Contrast Ratio CHAPTER FIVEThe Production Process: Preproduction Preliminary Forms The Proposal The Treatment Legal Considerations Script Formats Scene Script Shooting Script Script Formats Single Column Format Dual Column Format Organizing Forms Storyboards Location Scouting Sire Survey Organizing Equipment and Crew CHAPTER SIXThe Production Process: Production Setting Up Field Equipment Considerations Camera Setup Audio Preparation Prompting Devices Sets and Properties Lighting Preparation Controlling Color Temperature Controlling Light Intensity Contrast Range Basic Three-Point Lighting Backlight Key Light Fill Light Kicker ad Set Lights Multiple or Moving Subjects Creative Lighting Mood Lighting Lighting for Time, Date, and Location Directing and Rehearsing Directing Talent Rehearsal Shooting Shooting and Faming Standard Shot Names Framing Principles Aspect Ratio Critical Area Lead Room or Edge Attraction The Rule of Thirds Creating Movement Subject Movement Camera Movement Movement through Zooms Z-Axis Movement Graphic Force Movement The Third Movement: Editing Shoot to Edit Continuity of Action Continuity of Direction Continuity of Location Cover Shots In-Camera Effects Iris Fades Roll or Rack Focus Swish Pans and Zooms Reversing Polarity Digital in-Camera Effects Logging and Striking Striking CHAPTER SEVENThe Production Process: PostproductionThe Soul of ProductionThe Mind of an Editor: Equipment, Technique, and AestheticsEditing Workflow and InterfaceProcess BackgroundNonlinear FilmLinear ElectronicDigital NonlinearEditing Equipment and InterfaceHardwareSoftwareAccessoriesTechnical Choices and Editing WorkflowChoices and DecisionsOperational InterfaceEditing WorkflowBasic EditingTransitionsTitlesAdding audioRenderingAesthetics od EditingFinishing, Output and DistributionFinishing WorkflowOutput ProcessDestination ChoicesCHAPTER EIGHTYour Future Introduction Internship Resume Writing Composing a Cover Letter The Portfolio The Interview Summary FURTHER READINGGLOSSARYINDEX