chapter 20: directing

Question 1

is the process of analyzing the script from many different
perspectives. This process results in a production that is well organized.

Answer 1

break down

Question 2

is a list given to each camera. It tells each camera person which shots they need to capture during a program.

Answer 2

location breakdown

Question 3

When shooting any program, it’s important for the director to know how each scene ends before
shooting the next scene.

Answer 3

shooting for the edit

Question 4

the director watches and listens to an actor and decides if the performer can portray the role needed in a program.

Answer 4

audition

Question 5

a compilation video is prepared featuring those selected
from auditions for smaller roles that the casting director feels would be good for a part. It is sent to the director or producer to make final decisions.

Answer 5

casting cutout

Question 6

are select invitations sent to the finalists for a role to come back and re-audition.

Answer 6

callbacks

Question 7

A demo or ———
performing ability from previous projects.
is a compilation video in which the talent showcases their

Answer 7

reel

Question 8

is one of the most important forms on any production
because it communicates to everyone involved when and where each individual needs to be.

Answer 8

call sheet

Question 9

, or camera rehearsal, includes only the director, talent, technical
director, audio engineer, and camera operators.

Answer 9

dry run

Question 10

10. A startup sequence of commands, referred to as ——— of every take is done at the beginning

Answer 10

roll call

Question 11

is a board or page that is held in front of the camera to note the scene number, take number, and several other pieces of information about the scene being shot.

Answer 11

slate

Question 12

or a shot log, are (is) written after each take. The director
communicates to the script supervisor their thoughts on the take and indicates whether it is a bust, hold, or print.

Answer 12

script notes