TV
Broadcast television is an immensely popular form of entertainment and information, with a unique set of challenges in the digital age.
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Job profile: camera operator (studio and OB)
Studio/Outside Broadcast Camera Operator is a senior role within television camera departments, but precise responsibilities vary greatly depending on the type of production. Studio/Outside Broadcast Camera Operators cover all types of outside-broadcast (OB) and studio-based programmes. They operate one of several cameras capturing images simultaneously (multi-camera shoots), which involves receiving camera directions (usually over a headset) from the Director, who is based in a “gallery” (production area) away from the location or set. -
Job profile: camera operator (PSC TV)
Camera Operator is a senior role within television camera departments, but precise responsibilities vary greatly depending on the type of production. On high budget television dramas or commercials, the Camera Operator's main role is to support the Director of Photography (DoP or DP), and the Director, by accurately carrying out their instructions regarding shot composition and development. Camera Operators also cover other drama productions, documentaries, current affairs and news, operating Portable Single Cameras (PSC) and shooting on various tape or digital formats. -
Job profile: boom operator
Boom operators play an important role within the production process, working under the direction of the Sound Supervisor/Production Mixer to achieve the best quality sound recording. Good, clear sound is vital to TV productions, and boom operators play an important role within the production process, working under the direction of the Sound Supervisor/Production Mixer to achieve the best quality sound recording. -
Job profile: broadcast journalist
Broadcast journalism is the collection, verification and analysis of information about events which affect people, and the broadcast and publication of that information in a fair, accurate, impartial and balanced way to fulfil the public's right to know in a democratic society. This involves a variety of media including television, radio, the Internet and wireless devices. Broadcast journalists working in television work in a variety of genres including news, current affairs, or documentaries. They may be employed by broadcasting companies, or work on a freelance basis.
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