Basic Productional Methods
The settings are lit; talent, cameras and sound are in place … Now there are several ways in which you can organize the rehearsal/recording process.
‘Live’ production
To present a complex live transmission that is free from mishaps requires careful organization, clear-headed direction, and closely coordinated skilled teamwork. Any problems that arise while on air have either to be covered up in some way or simply accepted.
‘Live on tape’
The simplest method of using videotape is to camera-rehearse the entire show. If anything does not work out, either rehearsal is stopped to correct the error, or notes are given at the end of rehearsal. There may then be a final dress rehearsal. A straight-through performance is ...
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