Intro to Broadcast

Weather Proofing Broadcast Television Equipment

2025-04-01T16:30:07-04:00

Weatherproofing broadcast television equipment is important when filming in outdoor or inclement weather conditions to protect the equipment from damage and ensure the safety of the crew. Here are some steps to properly weatherproof broadcast television equipment: Use protective cases: Use protective cases and covers to protect cameras, microphones, and other equipment from moisture,

Weather Proofing Broadcast Television Equipment2025-04-01T16:30:07-04:00

Identifying Different Types of On-Air Graphics

2025-04-01T16:27:24-04:00

On-Air Graphics There are a variety of different graphics used in any video production. From a simple logo, to score bug pulling data directly from a scoreboard, to a full page graphic, nearly every video produced today uses tens if not hundreds of graphics to add factoids and other pertinent information to the show.

Identifying Different Types of On-Air Graphics2025-04-01T16:27:24-04:00

Identifying Cables

2025-04-01T16:38:48-04:00

Audio Cables DT-12 A 12-channel audio snake. Most commonly used when it is necessary to run many audio cables to one central location, before splitting them out to various locations. XLR Most typically a 3-pin connector. It is primarily used to transmit microphone or balanced line-level audio signals. Note that there are also 4-pin,

Identifying Cables2025-04-01T16:38:48-04:00

Live Production Etiquette

2025-04-01T16:48:23-04:00

Whether you are a young professional, brand new to the broadcast industry, or a veteran with hundreds of hours of experience, there are standards which we are all held to. Following proper etiquette keeps the clients happy, our crew safe, and our equipment operating to the best of its ability. Below is a list

Live Production Etiquette2025-04-01T16:48:23-04:00

Terminology

2025-04-01T16:44:11-04:00

In the communications field, it is important that we are all speaking the same language.  Below is a short glossary of terms so that everyone understands what is going on around them. General Terms B-roll - Video or still that supplement the main story or show.  For example, game highlights used during a coaches

Terminology2025-04-01T16:44:11-04:00

Framing a Shot w/ Graphic

2025-04-01T16:51:37-04:00

GOOD: Tombstone graphic is on the lower left and the coach is on the right BAD: The graphic and the subject are both on the left side of the screen This was written by Adam Meyer. He's a producer at Classic Teleproductions and has worked events such as Mid-American Conference football, basketball, and baseball

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Framing a Shot

2025-04-01T16:49:51-04:00

When framing a shot, it is important to remember these three terms to help give your interview the best look for on-air... Rule of thirds: This refers to process of dividing the image into thirds (two horizontal lines and two vertical lines). Then, position your subject at the intersection of the points to give

Framing a Shot2025-04-01T16:49:51-04:00

Terminology

2023-02-14T15:12:47-05:00

In the communications field, it is important that we are all speaking the same language.  Below is a short glossary of terms so that everyone understands what is going on around them. B-roll - Video or stills that supplement the main story or show.  For example, game highlights used during a coaches interview. Bump in

Terminology2023-02-14T15:12:47-05:00
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