TFM 350 MIDTERM STUDY GUIDE
Aspect Ratio - Answers -The size of a film frame, usually a ratio of height to width.
Academy is 3:4, HD is 9:16, Widescreen is 1:1.85.
B camera - Answers -A second camera crew working simultaneously with the main
shooting unit.
Chroma Key - Answers -The name of the process whereby a colored background is
"keyed" out and replaced by a digital image.
Cover set - Answers -A standing set, usually an interior or studio set, held aside in case
bad weather forces a change in scheduling.
Grip stand/C-stand - Answers -A 3 -legged stand with an arm and clamps used to hold
all manner of stage elements.
Gimbal - Answers -A pivot built into a mirror or window to help control reflections
towards the camera.
Hero - Answers -Any key set or prop, that is most associated to the main character.
Key frame - Answers -A single wide establishing shot that shows the set and any digital
effects to be added in the final composition.
Raked - Answers -Anything angled to the horizon, in a scenery often an inclined floor.
Second unit - Answers -A second camera and crew shooting additional material for a
project, usually not involving the primary actors. Ex. 'Behind the scenes' documentaries
Vaccuform - Answers -A plastic or fiberglass sheet that mimics the texture of another
material, stone, tree, brick, etc.
Translight, duratrans, colortrans - Answers -A large translucent backing, usually
photographic, used on stage to simulate an environment.
Production designer - Answers -Responsibilities: All visual elements, interpreting the
script, overseeing Art Director and Set Director, costume coordination, and makeup.
Assures a coherent style to the film.
Art Director - Answers -Head of Art department. Takes design and research provided
by Production designer and oversees the creation of scenery. Supervises set designers
and construction department. In charge of script breakdowns, schedule, and budget.
Aspect Ratio - Answers -The size of a film frame, usually a ratio of height to width.
Academy is 3:4, HD is 9:16, Widescreen is 1:1.85.
B camera - Answers -A second camera crew working simultaneously with the main
shooting unit.
Chroma Key - Answers -The name of the process whereby a colored background is
"keyed" out and replaced by a digital image.
Cover set - Answers -A standing set, usually an interior or studio set, held aside in case
bad weather forces a change in scheduling.
Grip stand/C-stand - Answers -A 3 -legged stand with an arm and clamps used to hold
all manner of stage elements.
Gimbal - Answers -A pivot built into a mirror or window to help control reflections
towards the camera.
Hero - Answers -Any key set or prop, that is most associated to the main character.
Key frame - Answers -A single wide establishing shot that shows the set and any digital
effects to be added in the final composition.
Raked - Answers -Anything angled to the horizon, in a scenery often an inclined floor.
Second unit - Answers -A second camera and crew shooting additional material for a
project, usually not involving the primary actors. Ex. 'Behind the scenes' documentaries
Vaccuform - Answers -A plastic or fiberglass sheet that mimics the texture of another
material, stone, tree, brick, etc.
Translight, duratrans, colortrans - Answers -A large translucent backing, usually
photographic, used on stage to simulate an environment.
Production designer - Answers -Responsibilities: All visual elements, interpreting the
script, overseeing Art Director and Set Director, costume coordination, and makeup.
Assures a coherent style to the film.
Art Director - Answers -Head of Art department. Takes design and research provided
by Production designer and oversees the creation of scenery. Supervises set designers
and construction department. In charge of script breakdowns, schedule, and budget.
