Multi Camera Job Roles

Camera Operator

The camera operator is in charge of making sure that the footage is recorded. They also need to make sure that the right shot type and the angle is used when they are recording such as if they were needed to focus on one person in a TV set then would have a close up or a mid shot so that the focus is on them and the audience knows that that is the main area to look out. They are also in charge of keeping hold of the camera,the tripod and the memory card and transporting the equipment around and making sure that it does not get damaged.

Duties

The camera operator has to make sure that the correct footage is filmed in the right way otherwise they might have to record it or they could loose their job because they have not done what they are supposed to do.They also have to make sure that the footage is up to a good standard because if the camera is wobbling or the footage is blurry and not focused where it needs to be then they might need to re record it as well. When recording the camera operator might also need to make adjustments to their filming for example if they were recording a live TV show the director might tell them that they need to move the camera in a certain way and then they would be required to do that to make sure that the footage is correct.

Skills

One skill that is needed to be a camera operator would be that they would need to have a steady hand because if they were filming without a tripod or any support and the camera was really shaky  the quality would look bad. Another skill that would be needed is that they would need to get the frame of the shot correct and know all the camera language such as the type of shots for example the rule of thirds and know shots such as long shot, mid shot, close up etc and also know the types of movements such as pan,tilt and track, another piece of camera language they would need to know would be angles such as high angles and low angles.They would need to make sure that they know what sort of equipment hey need to use for example if they were filming in a TV set then would need to use cameras on tripods and cameras which are specifically used for TV sets but if they were filming something like football them they would need to have cameras which are good quality from a distance.

Qualification

You don need to have any qualifications to be a camera man you just need to know the basics such as shot types and how to use a camera and the equipment but if you wanted to go in to TV production you would need qualifications such as HND Diploma in Creative Media Production (Media Moving image) and BA (Hons) Media and Communication 

Hierarchy

The people that are in charge of the camera operators would be the director because they need to be told where to have the camera and if they get told by the director to move the camera for example they might need to move it to the left then the camera operator would have to do that because the director is higher in hierarchy.But the camera operator is not in charge of anyone.


Sound Mixer

A sound mixer is in charge of all the sound such as the cast microphones,the music and and SFX. They would use a mixer to make alterations to the sound such as muting the mics when they are not needed or making the music louder or turning it down.

Duties

A duty that they are required to do would be before they start recording they would need to check that all the equipment sound is what it needs to be for example they would test that the mics are at the right level depending on how loud the person talks.Another duty is when they are on a TV set and they are about to play a video they would need to make sure that the presenters mics have been put on mute and the sound for the video is turned up and when the video ends fade the music out and turn the mics up to the right level. The third duty for a sound mixer would be that they are in charge of making sure that any pre recorded sound is cue'd in such as music or sound effects at the right time.

Skills

A skill for a sound mixer would be that you need to know how to fix  technical sound problems before or during the production. Another skill for a sound mixer would need to be that you can fade in and out music because if you were to just cut out the music it doesn't sound right but if you are able to fade it out it sounds better. A third skill that would be required for a sound mixer would be that they would need to have a good sense of hearing because if they cant hear that well then they might know if the sound is being played to low or to high.

Qualifications

Qualifications that would be necessary to be a sound mixer would be that you need to have at least 5 years of experience in sound as a boom mixer or a technician before going on to sound mixing. If you wanted to go in to TV production you would need qualifications such as HND Diploma in Creative Media Production (Media Moving image) and BA (Hons) Media and Communication 

Hierarchy 

The person that would in charge of the sound mixer would be the floor manager because he would tell them when to cue the music and if it necessary for the sound to be turn't up or to be turned down. But the sound mixer would not be in charge of anyone.

Vision Mixer

The vision mixer is the person who person who edits the footage as it is going on such as changing the camera,changing to graphics or pre recorded videos.


Duties

A duty for a vision mixer is to put a pre recorded video or graphic in to the video such as at the start of as show they would add the graphic at the start which has the title of the show on it. Another duty of a vision mixer is to make sure that they have all the graphics and footage pre pared and ready to be used before the production starts so when they are needed they will be able to put them up straight away. A third duty of a vision mixer is that when they show footage they would need to make sure that it is on for the correct time and also to make sure that if they need to fade the video out they do or if they just need to cut it they do.


Skills

You would need to have a understand of how the vision mixer works and also if there were any faults before or during the production you would need to be able to sort out the problems quickly. You would need to save a good sense of rhythm because if you change what camera you are going to see to quickly or not enough then it will get boring so when someone is talking you could change it to a close up of them and then after change it to a long shot of everything.

Qualifications

You don't need any qualifications to become a vision mixer but a qualification in media such as GCSE or degree can benefit you, if you was to go in to TV you would need qualification such as HND Diploma in Creative Media Production (Media Moving image) and BA (Hons) Media and Communication


Hierarchy 

the job that would be in charge the vision mixer would be the floor manager because they would tell them when graphics or footage is needed to be shown and tell them when they need to take it away. A vision mixer would not be in charge of anyone and wouldn't need to tell anyone to do anything.


Director

Duties

A duty for a director would be that they would have to point to the cameras to tell the presenter or people on stage. Another duty would be that if a camera would need to be moved then they would tell the camera operator that they need to move and tell them how they need to move it. They would also need to count in the presenters when the show is about to start or the return of the video.

Skills

You would need to have a good sense of timing because when the presenters are about to come back on camera you would need to count them in correctly. A director would need to have creative skills of how the producer wants the footage to be shown and make sure that he footage is shown to a good standard. You would need to be a good team leader because you will be the person everyone would look to for help when recording and you would need to be able to help them.

Qualifications 

You do not need any qualifications to become a  director but if you were to go in to TV production then you would need to have qualifications such as HND Diploma in Creative Media Production (Media Moving image) and BA (Hons) Media and Communication.

Hierarchy

The director is at the top of the hierarchy and is in charge of people such as camera operators and the presenters.


Set Designer

Duties

The set designer is in charge of creating the whole set and they have to make sure that the set of the show is what the producer wants such as the lay out of the furniture and the colours of things used in the back ground of the set. Another duty for the set designer would be to sort out problems of the set such as lighting or scene changes.

Skills

The skill designer would need to have a creative mind and would need to create a set for a show which is what the producer wants to have but make it different from other shows. You would need to be good at drawing because when you are planning the design you would need to show what your ideas are clearly. A skill for the set designer would be that you need a good eye for detail and make sure that you don't miss any bits of detail which could make the set look wrong or add more detail to make the set look better.

Qualifications

To be a set designer you don't need any qualifications but it would be help full to have background subjects such as Art or Media. You could also have degrees in these subjects to help you become a set designer.

Hierarchy

The set designer would not be in charge of anyone but the producer would tell them what they want and how they want the set to look like.



Lighting Desk

Duties

The lighting desk is in control of the lighting for the set so if the cameras footage was not clear they would add a light behind the camera so that the footage comes out clearer. They would also be in charge of fading out the camera. They could also use different colored lights to help the show fit the genre of set the mood of the show. They would be in charge of the lighting desk console which can control the lights and the brightness they are.

Skills

A skill for this job would be that they need to know the brightness of the set and what parts of the set they would need to change the lighting of to make it more visible.You would need to know how to use the lighting desk because if you needed to change the lighting through the recording of the show and you didn't know how to use the console to make sure that the problem is fixed.

Qualifications

You do not need any qualifications to become a sound mixer but a qualification such as GCSES, A Levels or a Degree would benefit you because you would have more knowledge of what you are required to do

Hierarchy

The lighting desk is not in charge of anyone but the job that would be in charge of the lighting desk would be the director and the floor manager because they would be the person that would tell the lighting desk if they need to make any changes.


Floor Manager

Duties

They would need to make sure that all of the equipment in the gallery is working correctly such as the sound mixer, lighting desk and graphic operator. They also need to give the staff on the set and on the floor count downs such as when they are about to record or come back from a graphic.They need to understand the entire show and would need to know what is going to happen when so that they can cue the staff in the gallery in.

Skills

One skill that would be required for the floor manager would be that they need to have confidence because they would need to tell other people want to and they would be in charge of the gallery. Another skill would be that they need to have good timing because they would need to count in the so the director can tell the cameras and presenters when they are about to start. A third skill would be that they need to multi task because they would be watching what is happening but also need to check on the equipment to make sure that footage is correct.

Qualifications

You do not need any qualifications to be a floor manager but if you had experience in media or recording before then that would benefit you.

Hierarchy

The floor manager is in charge of most people such as the cameras and everyone in the gallery ad also no one is in charge of the floor manager.



Graphics Generation

Duties

A duty for a graphic designer would be that they would need to create the graphics for the TV show such as the loading screen or any on screen graphics when recording.Another duty would be that they would have to create the graphics but make sure that they are related to the genre and type of TV show. They would also need to make sure that there aren't any green in the graphics other wise they wont show if the set has a green screen used.

Skills

A skill that is required for a graphics generator is that they will need to have a creative mind to make their graphics look good. Also they would need to have knowledge of programs such as Photo Shop. A third skill would be knowing what fonts or colours work well together to make the graphics look the best they can

Qualifications

You don't need any qualifications to create graphics but knowledge in the programs used such as photo shop would help.

Hierarchy

The person that would be in charge of the graphic generator would be the producer because they would tell them what they want on their graphics but the graphic generator is not in charge of anyone.


VT Operator

Duties

A duty for the VT operator would be that they are required to play the pre recorded footage when it is necessary to be played. Another duty that is required for the VT operator would be that they need to know when to play the certain videos and how long they need to play it for.

Skills

A skill that would help for VT operator would be having good timing because you need to know when to play the video.

Qualifications

You do not need any qualifications to become a VT operator but doing subjects such as media can help you have more of a understanding.

Hierarchy

The VT Operator is not in charge of anyone but the floor manager is in charge and would tell them when they need to play the videos.


Presenter

Duties

The duties of the presenter would be to host the show and then talk about the show and introduce the topic they are talking about. They would also introduce guests on to the show and then ask questions about them. A third duty would be to look at the correct cameras when they are recording

Skills

A skill required for a presenter would be to be confident in front of camera and not get so nervous that they cant do it. They would also need to have good memory when it comes to their lines because they wont be able to read from their script.


Qualifications

You don't need any qualifications to be a presenter but it would help you if you were experience in live recordings so you know what to do or subjects like drama where you can act a certain way according to the genre and script.

Hierarchy

The director is in charge of the presenter because they tell the presenter where they need to look and also count them in, the presenter is not in charge of anyone though.


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