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Basic Studio Directing
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Basic Studio Directing

by Rod Fairweather
October 1998
Beginner
192 pages
3h 52m
English
Routledge
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Shooting with mobile presenter

In this format the presenter is able to walk up to members of the audience, ask them about their experiences and invite them to direct questions to the programme guests.

Let’s assume for this example that you have only four cameras, plus one slung overhead.

Camera positions

You have few options with limited resources. The best bet is two cameras at the front of the audience, who primarily work the audience and presenter, and two at the back who concentrate on the main guests.

A camera hung from the ceiling covering the audience and guests is useful as a source you can cut to at any time without fear of crossing the line or having someone block the shot.

Difficulties with limited cameras

If the presenter stands ...

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