Production Meeting Reflection 2

What key points did you make this week within your role
This week I worked on the TV logo for our music programme. Then in the meeting I showed my class and explained I how I made and came up with it. I thought of the logo by looking at Chole's TV logo and Yanick's TV logo. Afterwards explained how I combined the two ideas together and made the logo with the music notes from Chole's logo and the hand with the feel the music title from Yanick's logo on fireworks.

What was the Group's response to your ideas and progress
What the group liked about my idea was the way the title logo looked and the way it was designed on fireworks. During the week the director (Chole) told me the design the title logo for our music TV programme. She also asked me to add more detail to my title logo and to play a role as a celebrity on the TV programme talking about to history hip-hop.

What has been successful this week
The only things that has been successful this week was designing the title logo for the music programme and finishing it off on the computer in fireworks. Another thing that has been successful this week was learning to use fireworks and drawing the logo on paper and completing the logo on fireworks in time.

What do you need to change or develop and why
What I need to change was to add more colour to my title logo and to be able to explain more detail about the title logo because although they said it looked good in white and gold I thought that it could use a bit more colour to make it stand out more, apart from explaining how I came up with the idea for the logo I wasn't able to explain it fully when we hand our class production meeting on Friday.

What do you intend to do next week
What I plan to do as part of my role next week is to work on my logo. If I don't need to work on it then I would be working on my script for my role as a celebrity on the show explaining the history of hip-hop on the TV programme.

How did you work with the person who was in charge this week and how was it effective
Working with Chole as the director was successful because I was able to understand what she wanted me to do for the TV programme. The meeting on Friday was also a success because I was able to write a list of what danger hazards could happen while working as a camera operator in the studio. I was also able to show my logo in the class meeting to see if they liked it or not and what I needed to change on the title logo.

Production Meeting Reflection 1

How was the production meeting run 
The meeting was run in our media class during lesson time. We pitched our ideas round the conference table. After we said our pitch we asked questions on our idea and filled out a table of questions. Afterwards we were given a voting sheet and told who we wanted to vote for and why. We then handed our voting sheet to Mr Phillipson.

What was the group's response to your idea 
What the group liked about my idea was the title logo of my of my TV programme because the way I drew it myself and the fact that I didn't need to design it on the computer. My U.S.P was the title and the idea when I included the dance off near at the end of the show.

Whose idea did you vote for 
I voted for the idea S.L.U.M Studio Live Urban Music.

What did you like about the idea
What I liked about the way he spelled the title S.L.U.M because I liked the way it was spelled out in abbreviation. I also liked the way it sounds because I saw it as a good and unique idea and it sounded like something that no one else had come up with. I also like the way it included the interactivity with the audience sending in videos of them either rapping or singing because that way they can express their talent.

What aspects related to the brief
What the chosen idea related to the brief was the fact that it was 30 minutes long and it was a music magazine show that the viewers can enjoy in half an hour. It also inculeded the audience interacting with the celebrities by sending in videos of them rapping or singing. There will also be a dance complition at the end where will be a dance off with the celebrity guests against one of the members of the audience.


What areas did you think needed development 
I didn't think that the idea I chosen didn't need any development or improvement because I thought it was perfectly fine just the way it was so I didn't think it needed to be changed whatsoever.


What other ideas did people have that you think could be incorporated into the final idea
The ideas that I would like to add would be as well as people sending videos of them rapping and singing I thought they can send in videos of them dancing. Another idea that I would like to add would be the audience calling in from Skype from the title Turn't Up and the idea from Feel the music where the presenters can actually talk to people in the street.

Treatment for multi-camera TV programme

Programme format
The music magazine programme is going to start of live with the opening and end with the title of the show. The show is going to start off with the two presenters introducing themselves and then telling the audience what they have in store for today's show. Then one of the presenters will introduce either one or two of today's celebrities. The show starts off with the first presenter showing the music chart of the latest music videos that has came out this month then after each one of them the second presenter has an interview with each of the directors. The celebrities will have to run a question fire round and then after the mini obstacle the show will go on a 2 minute break.

After the the break the celebrities will have a (prerecorded) interview asked by the second presenter and one of the members of the audience. After the interview there's going to be a music quiz which is going to be questions asked by the 2 presenters of the show. After the quiz there is going to be a dance off where one of the celebrities will have to dance against one of the presenters to the song of their choice to end the show. The show is going to be like Friday download because it shows one of the most latest music and there's even a part in the show where one of the presenters do a dance performance like in dance download. Another reason why it's going to be like Friday download is because it is colourful, lively and sometimes energetic.

Title of show

The tile of my show is going to be Music Central because it is a TV programme based on the latest music singles and music videos of the month. I was thinking of calling my show Hip-Hop Central because it could be related to the latest rap and hip-hop videos out this month. I also have another idea for when the celebrities come through the studio door the song 'hip-hop hooray' will be playing the background as they arrive. This would appeal to the audience because they would be into music. Another reason why this might appeal to the audience is because they might want to see their favorite celebrity on TV or if their favorite music videos has reached/is on the music video chart.I chose these colours for my logo because it is how I imagined it and I chose to use music notes because it represents music. The reason why chose the name Music Central because I thought it would be a good idea and would be related to music I was going to call Hip-Hop Central but I didn't think it will be relevant or good enough. The word 'Music'' means that it will be relevant to the good sound and quality of the latest music out this month and the word 'Central' would be the only area that the show will be filmed and will represent the greatest work in music. It will also be in the middle of the studio floor because the definition of central means the middle of something.

Content ideas

For my show I am going to have quizzes aimed at the guest/celebrities, music chart of the latest music videos the 3 music videos I am going to use is Kori's group video, Darren's group video and Rashaan's group video. There will be interviews with the celebrities a fire round and after that I'm going to have a dance performance to end the show where the celebrities have to a dance off against one of the presenters to a song of their choice. This will appeal to the audience because some of them would like dance or seeing their celebrities doing silly things. Another reason why this would appeal to the audience is because they would want/like to be entertained.

Running order

• 10:00-10:02 Opening of the show ending with the logo

• 10:02-10:04 Presenter introducing himself

• 10:05-10:07 Introduction of two celebrities 

• 10:10-10:25 Music chart of the 3 chosen music videos

• 10:25-10:28 Interview with the directors 

• 10:28-10:30  Question fire round

• 10:30-10.32 2 minute commercial break

• 10:32-10:33 Celebrities having an interview

• 10.33-10:36  The celebrities having a 60 second quiz related to music

• 10:36 10.38 Celebrity dance off

My celebrities in my show are going to be Nicole and Brandon because I thought they would play a perfect part as two famous celebrities. My prerecorded moment is going to be in the 2 minute commercial break where it will play a trainers advert that will help you run faster.  

Studio design

I would want my studio to have a lively feel because it is going to have a colorful, entertaining and energetic type of vibe. The studio set up will be a bit similar to Friday download except there will be seats on stage instead of people standing up. There will be lights, cameras and green screen. For my show I am going to have a celebrity entrance so when the celebrities arrive they enter the front door of the studio. The studio is going to have bright and colorful lights and the interview lounge is going to have a green screen of a giant TV screen showing the 3 chosen music videos and while it's not playing it will be showing the logo title of the show.

Sketch of background 

The background I'm gong to use is the title logo of the TV programme in the back drop of the studio.I am going to use this because it represents the name of the show. This could appeal to the audience because they might like the design of the title logo. For the logo I am going to have a sky blue background with the letters in yellow/gold. The logo will be showing music notes in the music notes in the letters to represent the name 'Music Central'. This can relate to the audience because not that they could be into urban music but they might see it as a unique idea I came up with.

Visual style

For my visual style I am going to use an energetic type of vibe and mood. The graphics I will be using to portray this is a colorful logo because coluorful images and design describes the energetic vibe of the TV programme. I am also going use the camera in a fast pace movement when camera is going to be showing as long-shot of the two presenters then it's zooms in quickly into a close up then zoom out into a mid-shot. The studio set is going to be colorful and quirky because I would want my design to look interesting and unique. I am also going to be using fast pace editing switching camera shots quickly while using different angles.

Presentation style
For the presentation style I am going to have two presenters for my TV program because 1) I thought it would be a good idea 2) I thought that two presenters are better than one and 3) it can sometimes be tiring for one presenter plus I thought that it was a good idea and I also thought that one presenter can do one half of the show and the other can do the other half.
 
This is the type of clothes my presenters will be wearing. The reason why I would want my presenters to wear this because I would want their clothing to be related to music and some of the one or two celebrities would be wearing this type of fashion. This could even relate to the audience because they might like or would want to wear this type of clothing. For my presenters I would be choosing Yanick and Conner as my presenters because find them as good speakers in front of the camera. Their mode of address is going to be energetic because that way they will represent the mood of the show being lively and energetic. I would also want their personality to be lively and colourful because since the title of the show was going to be colourful and the show itself was going lively and energetic I thought the presenters should have a lively colourful personality to go with it. This could relate to the audience because they might also have lively, energetic and colourful personality.

Multi-camera job roles

Camera Operator
http://creativeskillset.org/creative_industries/tv/job_roles

Duties

The duties of a Camera Operator involve making sure cameras and other important equipment are ready to be set up. They must be able to operate one of several cameras capturing images at the same time by using a variety of shots which involve receiving the camera directions from the Director. On most programmes, a team of camera operators are led by either a camera senior or a camera supervisor so team work is required while working as a camera operator. The supervisors are also responsible for overseeing the work of the camera operators and assistants working on the studio floor, the outside broadcast or the location.

Skills

• Good knowledge of camera techniques 
• good eye for detail when planning and rehearsing 
• being able to multi task by following a camera script and taking instructions from either the Director or the Floor Manager

Qualification
You will not need specific qualifications for this job role because you will learn through experience while working on the job but should have basic camera skills. Having a media degree can help.



Sound Mixing
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Production_sound_mixer


http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles_and_stories/job_roles/312_sound_recordist

Duties

Sound Mixers are responsible for recording all of the sounds for the programme and mixing sound sources like sound effects.They are also responsible for setting up the sound equipment before recording.

Skills

• good communication skills  
• to know how to use audio equipment
• have good hearing

Qualification
your specific qualification will not needed however you will need to show an interest in sound and that you understand it physically. 



Vision Mixing
http://creativeskillset.org/creative_industries/tv/job_roles/318_vision_mixer


Duties
Vision Mixers have the duties of editing programmes and using different varieties of transformation methods for example cuts, frame, wipe and mixes. They work on programmes transmitted live or recorded live. They also work on pre-recorded programmes in multi-camera environmental studios or outside broadcasts. They also work with directors explain the meaning of a script and discussing which transition shot should be required then used or not.Vision mixers should also be aware capabilities and limitations of different mixing decks and suggesting ways for the director to use them.

Skills

• editing programmes
• explaining the meaning of a script
• must be able to work with different directors 

Qualification
You will not need a specific qualification for this job role but you will need a degree in media-related subjects for example drama or other subjects.


Directing
http://creativeskillset.org/creative_industries/tv/job_roles/294_director_tv


Duties
As a person Directing they are responsible of sound production and technical standards. They are also in charge of controlling the full operations of filming and are responsible for the look of the sound of the production. They also work with closely with producers and writers and being fully aware of putting original ideas into their finished programmes. They must be responsible to make sure their final programmes, stuck to the original plan they came up with. They must make careful preparations so they can make sure that each shoot is a success and must have clear visions of the product and what is required to finish it.

Skills

• to understand the difference between multi and single camera shooting
• having good communicating skills
• sicking to their original concept   

Qualification
you will not need a qualification for the job role however you will need a degree in media related subjects for example drama or other subjects


Set Designer
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/advice/planning/jobprofiles/Pages/SetDesigner.aspx


Duties
As a Set Designer you are responsible for creation of the look of the theater, television, or film production. In the film and TV industry they are know as production designers and stage designers while in theater. You would also as a designer to be creative because you would need to vivid and imaginative while creating your set of the theater and what you want it to look like. You would also need good communicating skills because there might be times when you would need to work in a group and share ideas and communicate with people.

Skills

• creativity and imagination
• organisational skills
• research skills 

Qualification
You don't need to have qualification for this job role because you might be able to get in without one but you will need a degree of a HND from a lesson that's art related. 



Lighting Technician

Duties
As a Lighting Technician you are responsible for the lighting for the live events for example TV or in film production. As a lighting technician you might be working either outside on location or inside the studio on set. They need to good at setting up lighting and operating the lights during the production. They put the equipment up at the beginning of the production then when the production is over they take it all down and safely put it away for the next production.

Skills

• rigging stages
• producing lights for the live events
• practical skills 

Qualification
You don't need a degree for this job role because you will only need them for the technical side of it for example lighting design or technology.



Floor Manager
http://www.prospects.ac.uk/television_floor_manager_job_description.htm


Duties
As Floor Manager you are the stage designer of the television production and a member of staff while in a large store of supervisors and designers. They check if the props and equipment is safe and if the sets are ready to use. They also check if the filming equipment is in the correct position and ready to use for filming. They help guests who have been invited to the show because some of the guests might rehearse at their shows before the live public performance. They another reason why they check the filming equipment is to make sure it's up and running before the show.

Skills

• checking if the equipment is safe
• dealing with technical problems (e.g equipment) 
•  using talkback system 

Qualification

You won't need a specific degree for this job role because you can enter this job role either without any degree or a HND. 

Broadcast Graphic Design
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broadcast_designer

http://study.com/articles/Broadcast_Designer_Job_Description_Duties_and_Requirements.html

Duties
In Broadcast Graphic Design you're creating graphics with electronic media in the television making. They are self-taught in software because they might need to create content and they also create the look or the feeling of a idea/subject. They will often hired by a designer group of a advert of their product because their skills are going to be useful for a television commercial. Boradcast graphic designers create graphic designs that are also used the by software or hardware design.   

Skills

• creating graphic designs
• creating a brand
• describing ideas 

Qualification
you won't need a pacific qualification for this job role however you will need a bachelor's degree in either bachelor of  arts or fine arts.



VT Operator
http://www.mediacollege.com/employment/television/vt-operator.html


Duties
A VT Operator is when you record and play back the sound of it to see if it perfect or not. They could use this in either a live production or a editing session.. They must require knowledge of recording systems because they might need it when there working in a recording season. there might be a situation where might need to act quickly because they can be demanding and might what to require a high level of coordination, a fast set of hands and quick thinking when working on a recording system. They need to use a verity of recording systems because they need it case they are working with more than one person.

Skills

• must be able to think/act quickly
• have knowledge of video and recording systems
• must be able to use a verity of record and playback systems 

Qualification
You won't need a qualification for this job role because there are no entry requirements. However what many be relevant for this job role is either a HNC or a HND.

Presenter
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Presenter


Duties
As a Presenter you host and introduce the live shows your presenting in. They are also responsible for the public event and can be presenting in a range of different locations for example they can host in an exhibit or in films except that presenter you may not the host but you are the executive producer of the film making process for a larger audience. They also handle the businesses and the legal problems for example copyright or royalties in case they might of a idea that has already been used.    


Skills

• need to be entertaining
• must be able to run a public event
• needs to be able to host an exhibit 

Qualification
You might not need a qualification for this specific job role because having the right skills and experience would be more important for this job role. As you move up you will be learning new skills in broadcasting.