Unit 22 - Multi-Camera Techniques

Multi-Camera Techniques

Task 1 (P1, M1, D1)

The types of shows that generally use the multi-camera techniques are sitcoms, sports programs, soap operas, game shows and talk shows. An example of a few these would be Seinfeld, Coronation Street and Jeremy Kyle. Also, more and more Hollywood films have begun using the multi-camera technique. There are a few advantages to using the multi-camera set up over the single-camera setup, such as it being less expensive. Also, everything can be shot in one live take from many different angles, whereas with the single-camera setup would have to shoot things several times from different angles to get the same effect, which means everything takes a lot less time and money to film.

In a multi-camera setup, there are generally 4 cameras in use. The two outer cameras would take shots of the two most active characters in the scene, whilst the central cameras take a master shot to capture everything that happens in the scene and to capture the surroundings.

Task 2 (P1, M1, D1)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMZdJePz62I&feature=player_embedded

Krafterwerk - Awards Show. Dir: Hamish Hamilton.

The scene begins with an establishing shot of the crowd and the stage, it then shows a long shot of the four members of the band, and them shows a close-up of each member, panning from one to the other. Their faces remain almost hidden due to the lighting creating an enigma. Also, they stand relatively still during the whole performance, and because of their odd costumes and hidden faces, it gives them an air of power and an almost god-like appearance. Towards the end, their is a crane shot, that starts from within the audience and then looks down on the band members. The video holds the viewer's interest my keeping the characters very enigmatic and mysterious, almost wanting you to keep watching to find out who they are.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7Yv6e-T6WA&feature=player_embedded

Roberto Cavalli Fall/Winter 2009/2010 Full Show [Multi-camera view]

The catwalk show has lots of camera shots that are very typical to a catwalk show. There is the long shot taken from above the audience that shows them walking down the catwalk, there is the shot of the feet which then moves upwards to their face as they move closer to the camera, which then switches to a low-angled middle shot of the model. The low-angled shot is used to make the model look as if she is towering over everybody, making her look like she is in a position of authority and power. The same applies for the long shot from the audience. The camera follows her, making people think that she is something to be desired, and that all eyes should be on her.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sK16ihc6ESw&feature=player_embedded

Match of the Day: 2008/2009 Premier League Season Review

The opening shot is a middle shot of the presenter. It then cuts to a a series of quick cuts of people scoring goals, using many different camera angles, ranging from long shots, close ups and panning shots. The mususic is really tense which fits the pace of the editing. The commentary also adds to the intensity of the clip, as the commentators are really on the edge of their seat all the way through the clip. All the intensity and the quick pace makes for a very riveting clip which helps to keep the attention of the audience.

Task 3 (P1, M1, D1)

Task 4 (P1, M1, D1)

Script:

*Opening Sequence*

*Camera 2* (Medium Shot)

Eddie: Welcome to Friday world! We've got an awesome line-up for you this week, and the first of these features is going to be introduced by Arran.

*Camera 1 on Arran* (Cloose up)

Arran: Hello everybody! This film has been produced by year 13 students for their media course. We bring to you... The Silent Treatment.

*Roll VT: The Silent Treatment*

*Camera 2 - back to Arran and Eddie in the studio* (medium shot)

Eddie: Awesome film. And there will be more single camera drama's coming up in the next few weeks!

Arran: Coming up now we've got a trailer that will take you back to your childhood. Here's Toy Story 3!

*Roll VT: Toy Story 3*

*Camera 1 on Eddie* (Close up)

Eddie: Arran, what ARE you doing?

*Camera 2 zooms to a medium shot of Eddie and Arran*

Arran: Well Eddie, I'm wearing this banana suit because YOU ATE MY ENCHILADAS!

*Roll VT: You Ate My Enchiladas*

*Camera 1* (Close up)

Eddie: Well that was unexpected, and quite brutal to say the least!

*Camera 2* (Medium shot)

Arran: Shut up Eddie, we have breaking news! We go to our man on the ground, Christan Place! Christian?

*Roll VT: Zombie Sequence*

*Camera 2 on both* (Medium shot)

Eddie: Well this could quite possibly be the last episode of Friday World ever! So I think we should all enjoy this next video!

Arran: So here's MC Hammer voicing his opinions on the zombies!

*Roll VT: MC Hammer - Can't Touch This*

*Camera 2 on both* (Medium shot)

Arran: It's been a pleasure to be your hosts, I'm Arran.

Eddie: And I'm Eddie.

Arran: Goodbye!

*Outro*

Task 5 (P1, M1, D1)

Task 6 (P1, M1, D1)

Task 7 (P1, M1, D1)

Task 8 (P1, M1, D1)

See Tutor

Task 9 (P1, M1, D1)

The purpose of this task was to create and record a live TV entertainment programme for our target audience of 12-15 year olds. I feel that we achieved this, as the audience seemed to enjoy it very much. We got a positive reading from nearly every member of the audience. They liked most of the VT's, especially the Toy Story 3 trailer, where they laughed, shouted and even screamed about it. This was our aim, to entertain the primary target audience of 12-15 year olds. There was a mix of male and female members aswell as mixed ethical groups in the VT's that were shown, which would appeal to the target audience more as there were also people of different ethnicity's within the audience. We didn't have a music track for the presenter's sections as it was all speech to introduce the VT's, but the music that was included in the student's videos was very appropriate for the mood, as was the location's they all picked. The location we picked for the presenter's sections was very colourful and vibrant, which generally appeals to a younger audience. Also, we kept the language we used slightly simpler for the target audience. The video looked very realistic for it's genre. We had a good setting for what is particular for the genre, like the colourful backdrop.

The only technical faults we came across were in the rehearsals, where the sound failed several times. We only had one technical problem we had throughout the entirety of the live show was the sound failing again for a few seconds. All of the camera work was fine, as it followed the sooting script we had provided for the people working the cameras. The audience stayed very interested throughout the entire show, as we offered them things that would appeal to them.

We didn't have a narrative for the show, as we were only the presenters of different clips that needed to be introduced. Everything we did though was typical to the genre, such as the type of camera shots used and how we introduced the VTs. Everything down to the script was kept as realustic to the genre as it could possible be. I'd say the only disadvantage we had was the budget. TV shows of this kind have higher budgets, and they use very high-tech equipment and have a studio to work with, whereas we had only a small room.

I felt I learnt a lot from this experience. I learnt how to write a script typical to a certain genre, and how to present it in a way that would keep the target audience interested. I felt that I was a good team member too. I contributed a lot of idea's to the whole show, I played my part in presenting the show very well. I think the only thing we could improve on in the future would be the sound quality. for example, we would need clip-on microphones rather than having to pass the microphone to the other presenter, as this can get a little tedious.