Test 4 GFA 1000

Which of the following lenses would be considered telephoto on a 35mm film or digital cinema camera?

25mm 50mm *85mm*

What is the color temperature for a tungsten lamp?

3200 Kelvin

By union regulations, lunch is always served how many hours after call time?

6 hours

Which of the following lenses would be considered wide-angle on a 35mm film or digital cinema camera?

85mm **25mm** 50mm

What job can best be described as an entry-level position that could be doing anything, from coffee runs to "locking up" pedestrian traffic from the set, from checking in extras to picking up trash?

A P.A.

What is a film plane?

A film plane is the surface of a camera, upon which the lens creates the focused image. It is sometimes marked on a camera body with the 'Φ' symbol where the vertical bar represents the exact location.

What is a "hot brick?"

A fully charged battery for the walkie.

What is the "Base Camp?"

A location near the set that is used as a center of logistical operations.

Large Gobo Head (aka Lollipop)

A multi-functional mount that provides a secure grip on 5/8" and 3/8" diameter rods. It's excellent for providing exact positioning of nets, flags, lights and props.

Lavalier Mic

A small microphone placed on a performer that runs to a wireless transmitter.

What is a Fresnel?

A spotlight featuring a Fresnel lens, which projects a clear, strong light with a soft edge.

In a standard three-point lighting set-up, what is the "fill light?

A supplementary light that is not as bright, used to reduce shadows on the subject.

Sandbag

A weighted two-sided bag to help add safety weight to lighting and grip stands.

What is a dolly?

A wheeled cart, usually one that runs on rail tracks to provide smooth shots for camera.

If a screen seen on camera is strobing, or lights are flickering, what is something you can do on camera to help this go away?

Adjust the shutter speed. It is normally at 180degrees but lowering it or raising it could help flickering/strobbing go away.

What is a deal memo?

An agreement stating the terms of hiring.

What is the job description of the 2nd AD?

An assistant director who oversees base camp, including all on-set paperwork and ensuring that actors are ready when needed.

What is a LED Light Panel?

An electrical current passes through a microchip, which illuminates the tiny light sources we call LEDs and the result is visible light. (Picture not found..Please google)

If your image is too bright what might you do with your iris (f/stop)?

Close it down. For example, go from a f2.8 to a f4.

What is a location sound mixer?

Person responsible for the quality of the recording as they operate the mixer during shooting.

What are methods used to "diffuse" a light?

Pointing the light at a white surface so that it "bounces" back toward the subject, Placing a silk on a c-stand in front of the light, and Placing a "frost" gel on the barn doors of the light.

What is the job description of the 1st A.C.?

Pulls focus on the lens and makes sure the camera is always in proper working order.

The top piece of wood on a Hollywood Flat is called (Labeled 4'):

Rails

If the camera is filming at 48 frames per second and will be projected at standard speed, how would it be described?

Slow Motion

What are "wild tracks"

Sound recordings independent of the moving image, particularly of any sound effects or missed dialogue from the scene.

The side piece on the Hollywood Flat is called (Labeled 7'9"):

Stiles

What is "room tone?"

The ambient sound of a location without dialogue or any other crew-caused noise.

What is the job description of the Gaffer?

The head of the Electric Department, overseeing the setting up of all lights for each shot.

-6dB

The loudest you want audio to be recorded. The ideal zone for dialogue recording is at the top of the yellow, with the loudest lines reaching -6dB

Pancake Box

Thinnest Apple Box

Double Net

This net has a red outline for easy identification, this type of net also reduces about 50% of the light, or about one full camera f-stop

What does it mean to "dress a cable?"

To lay it flat and neatly, along the wall and to the instrument, to avoid trip hazards.

What is the job description of the Art Director?

To manage all of the logistics needed to execute the designs for sets and props.

What does it mean to "burn" a location?

To treat a property carelessly during shooting, so that future productions will not be able to get permission to use it.

The middle brace pieces on the Hollywood Flat are called (Labeled 3'9"):

Toggles

What is "jamming"?

When you sync the sound, camera, and slate with a timecode box.

What cables need to be wrapped under-over? --The special way.

XLR and BNC only --never power cables.

If someone asks you, "What's your 20?" on the walkie, what do they want to know?

Your physical location