U2 L6 Designers, Set, Costume, Lighting, And Sound Flashcards
Do production assistants need a BFA in Fine Arts?
no
What are the responsibilities of a Set Designer?
- creating sets that goes with the script
- for live theater, how to quickly change between scenes
What is the word props a short for?
stage properties
What should a music composer at least have in terms of education?
bachelors degree in music theory or composition
What are the responsibilities of a music composer?
- writing compositions
- making sure music fits with film
- hire recording artists
What do BOTH sound designers and music composers have the responsibility of?
creating cue sheets so sound editors know where sound should be put into a film’s master track
What can sound and music be used to reflect in a film/play?
- time of day
- season
- locations
What is acoustics?
scientific study of the: -production -control -transmission -perception of sound
What type of education do Sound designers usually earn?
- BFA in theater design or sound design
- learns about acoustics
What does the Sound engineer do after the production of a film has ended?
- listen to audio of film to see if any actors need to redo lines
- remove unwanted background noise
Who are assistants to sound designers?
sound engineers
What do Sound engineers do?
- select, install, and test equipment needed to reproduce sound
- oversee sound in live production
Do Sound engineers need a 4 year degree?
no
What education do most lighting designers have?
-BFA and MFA in theater design Learns about: -physical properties of color -hue -brightness -intensity -psychological impact
For what type information do Lighting designers make instrument schedules?
- type of light
- wattage
- purpose
- filter color
- plugging location
- which circuit will control it
What are the 3 types of lighting assistants?
- gaffers
- grips
- best boys
Who is a Gaffer?
- direct assistant to lighting designers
- implements lighting design
- supervises electricians
Who is a Grip?
- gaffer assistant
- implements lighting plan
Who is a Best Boy?
- grip assistant
- takes care of day-to-day operation of lighting and electrical departments
- purchases equipment
Do Gaffers, Grips, and Best Boys require a formal education?
no
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, what is the percentage fashion design jobs will decrease?
3%
What are the 3 professions in Performing Arts that are trade professions (requiring apprenticeship)?
- carpentry
- painting
- electricians
