Production Reflection 4

This week I had a lot more to sort out than usual for my role, I had to make sure that I had everyone details (email address and mobile number of the cast and crew) so that I could put it onto the call sheets that I had to complete for every single person but especially for the guests on the show, I did have to change some of the details on the call sheets because it wasn't needed for the type of show that we are filming .
The call sheets are very important because it holds all the vital details of the cast/crew, set, equipment and date/times. All these details are needed for every individual person just in case they need to find out a particular detail of a cast/crew or of the set. Plus it is also helpful for the person themselves to have a copy of their call sheet so that they know when they come in on set and what equipment is going to be on set and also there's email addresses and mobile numbers of every in front and behind the camera, which they can contact them for an emergency or just to assure something.
Also this week I got some new designs from the set designer of how the set of the show was going to be laid out, so I had to re-position the cameras and lighting and discussing it with the camera operators and the lighting desk operator.





Even though there was a lot of changes being made to the work this week, the call sheets have been successful. I managed to get everyone correct details and put it onto the call sheets and get details from the presenters about the shot numbers when the guests will be coming in and all the set details from the set designer. I did have a struggle with one of the call sheets because I wasn't able to get any detail from one of the guests that's meant to be on the show which did course a slight problem, but I was about to go get some help from the lighting desk operator who knew the details of the guest and clarified with them that it was fine for me to put their details on the call sheet.

At the moment there does not seem to be anything that needs to be changed because I have already made the changes this week so that's perfectly fine. There is also nothing that needs to be developed because everything is already taken care of, but if there does happen to be a change that needs to be made then I will sort it out as best as I can.
Next week there isn't much for me to do as I have already sorted out all the work for my role, but I will just conform and find out from the director if there happens to be any changes made which involved my role and if not then I will see if there's anyone who needs anything that I  may be able to help with.
This week I worked very well with the rest of the group, even though we all have different roles for this production I do think that we all work well together and help each other out as much as possible. This week I worked close with everyone but mainly the set designer, lighting desk, camera operators and also the presenters mainly to find out the information about their work to put into the call sheets. My work wasn't really effective, I would say the work that I did this week was mostly vital and needed because otherwise the director wouldn't know exactly who is involved and also the people themselves wouldn't know.

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Production reflection week3

This week in the meeting we discussed what work we had completed for our specific roles.
This week my task was to get the design of the set from the set designer which I did, and I had to add more of the equipment's to the design. So I had to work close with the lighting desk and also the camera operators because I had to know where the lights were going to be placed so that I could draw it on the design of the set that I had, and I also had to do the exact same for the cameras. Knowing where each of the equipment's will be placed is very important especially for my role as the floor manager.

After I finished the design of the placing of the equipment's on the set, I made sure that the lighting desk and camera operators had a look at the design of the set that I just done, so that they had an idea also of how the other equipment will be placed on the set. They were all pleased with the design of where the equipment's were going to be positioned for filming, and I will make sure that I print out and hand out these to the roles that need it.








































Also in the meeting I was able to get information of what other people were doing for their role and to see if any of their work needed my role for anything. I did find out that I would need to work close with the set designer very soon, most probably next week, because I have to start on call sheets which is where I get certain details from the guests and crew that will be there on the day of filming, so I will also need the details of what props will be needed and how the set will be designed for that particular shot and also any important details that they will need to know.

Production Reflection week2

This week in the meeting we discussed what we all individually completed this week for our job roles.
My job this week was to complete the sheet that I was given on the risk assessment for 3 different locations on the set and outline any of the hazards that people need to be aware of and how the hazard can be handled.
Also this week I had a look at my task for next week, which is getting the design of the set with the cameras and lighting also and knowing where the equipment is going to be placed and positioned for the day of filming.

The 3 different locations that I chose to assess was:

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I chose these 3 locations because I think that its most important, and is mainly the most high risk area of hazards occurring unfortunately. I also had to figure out if each of the hazards were a low, medium or high risk. Most of the hazards that I found were mainly medium risks, which is a hazard that most people will know but could cause a problem (injury) if not aware of.
Having a risk assessment form is very useful I think, because you are outlining the low, medium and high risks that are there in any location where people will be. Not only is it helpful for others, but it is also helpful and useful for the person that is completing the form because they might found out other facts/hazards that they may have never known, so they are reassuring themselves with the facts.

Throughout the week I made sure that the people that I was working close with, knew what I was doing and what information/facts that I may need to take from them so that I am also up to date with what is going on.
The job roles that I worked close with was the Lighting desk and the camera operators, the reason for this was because I was slightly struggling with coming up with at least 10 hazards for the separate locations that I decided to do, but thankfully I was able to get some help and good ideas
Also in the meeting I was able to get a brief description of what everyone was doing and how its fitting in with my role if so.

Set of studio

This week I was working close with the light desk and camera operators. I got the set of design from the set designer and was able to plot down where the lights were going to be placed and positioned. I helped decide which colours to use for the lights to give off a good mood from the colour.

 

I had to discuss the design with the lighting desk and camera operators to make sure that they were ok with the plan and if they thought it would work well. The main problem that we were having trouble with is where the cameras would be placed without getting in the way of the lights, making sure that there will be no shadows seen.

 

 

 





I was working with the lighting desk, sorting out where the lights would go and how it will be positioned. We also was figuring out which colours would work best for the set. At first we chose green and blue but it wasn't the right colour to use as it was too dull/dark.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We then decided that it would be best to have a soft, calm colour to lighten the mood of the show. That's why we chose the orange and clear colour for the lights because it gives off a soft tone to peoples faces. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 





Risk assessment for the studio

Risk Assessment Form     

Location: Camera

Hazards	Risk rating (High, Med, Low)	Controls
Tripods will be set up and could easily cause a problem while filming if the cast or crew are wondering about and could trip over the tripod and that will cause an injury. The camera could accidently get moved to the incorrect place./position from anyone in the crew that are walking around that area The cables could cause a problem which could unfortunately cause an injury because if any of the cast or crew trip over the cables or get caught in the cables.	Med Low Med	Making people aware of where the tripods are placed/positioned so that the cast and crew can avoid any problems occurring including injuries. Make sure that all the camera operators are with their equipment all the time. Also making sure that the cast and crew stay in their required areas and letting them know where everything is and if they do need to move about- make sure that they let the main job roles know (for example the director). Make sure that the cables are tapped down the cables into one so that it’s not all over the set. Places all the cables to one side of the set so that it’s out of harm’s way. Placing signs around where the cables are, so that the cast and crew can see where the cables are so that they can avoid it.

Risk assessment for the studio

    

Risk Assessment Form     

Location: Lighting desk

Hazards	Risk rating (High, Med, Low)	Controls
The lights could over heat, if kept on for a long period of time which could cause an injury if the light blows. Cables that are connected to the lights may cause an obstruction, which could lead to an injury occurring. Where the lights have been placed could cause a problem with not only filming but with getting in the way of the cast and crew Lighting operators could cause a problem if they happen to be in the way of filming or even the set up that will have to happen before any filming can happen. If the lighting equipment gets moved accidently, this will cause a problem when filming because it will have to be put on hold until the equipment is in its required places.	Med Med Low Low Low	Only keep the lights on for about 10minutes and then turn it off to allow the lights to cool down. Tape down the cables into one so that it’s not all over the set. Places all the cables to one side of the set so that it’s out of harm’s way. Placing signs around where the cables are, so that the cast and crew can see where the cables are so that they can avoid it. Placing the lights in a position that will be out of the cast way. Also make sure that everyone in the cast and crew know where the lights are placed and making sure that they avoid them so that an injury or problem will less likely occur. Assuring that the whole team knows exactly what’s happening, and where everyone is so that they don’t need to interrupt any section if possible. make sure that the lighting operators are all near the lighting and keeping an eye on their station of role.

Risk assessment of the studio

Location: set of studio Hazards	Risk rating (High, Med, Low)	Controls
Any of the props that may be used could be in the way of the cast and crew and even could maybe not be seen which will most probably cause an injury as they could trip over it. Any equipment that is either on or off set could be in the way and could cause an injury by the cast and crew if not seen. Cables from any of the electrical equipment’s could be all over the floor which will cause a dilemma and an injury will occur. Any of the cast and crew could be in the wrong places which will cause a problem to either the filming or the setup, because they are not in their required stations for their job role. If any hazards occur and the cast and crew do not know what they are supposed to do or where they are meant to go, it will cause a dilemma and make the problem worse than what it may need to be. If a problem occurs which will require an evacuation of the building/room and if there happens to be an object blocking that exit, then that could cause more problems which could lead to an injury from panicking	Low Low Med Low Low Med	Placing all the props that are in that particular scene in an area where less of the cast will be. Also making sure that the cast and crew know where all the props are and when it’s going to be used. Make sure that only that prop for that particular scene is being used and no other prop is in that scene as well. Placing the equipment’s in an area where less people will be commuting. Making sure that the cast and crew know where every equipment is so that they can avoid an accident happening for them and also for anyone around them.  Tape down the cables into one so that it’s not all over the set. Places all the cables to one side of the set so that it’s out of harm’s way. Placing signs around where the cables are, so that the cast and crew can see where the cables are so that they can avoid it. Make sure that everyone is in their required stations, so that any problems will less likely to occur and this way everything is more likely to run smoothly at all times. Make sure that everyone knows where they have to go in case of an extreme problem occurs, and keep re-assuring them at all times. Always check that all exits are clear, and make sure that the cast and crew know that they need to keep that area clear at all times and not to obstruct it. Also what will be helpful if there are signs near the exit saying ‘keep clear’, so that it will be seen by the cast and crew.

Production Meeting Reflection

We are planning a music magazine show for our next project, and before we can actually make a start. We had a production meeting where the whole class including the teachers, sit down with our ideas of a music magazine show and discuss our points and share any advice or improvements that could be made. While everyone in the group was sharing their individual ideas, we all took down quick/basic notes from each peer which were:  name of the show, involvement of audience, outstanding points and any improvements. After each person shared their idea, as a group we all talked about what we liked about their ideas and why it stood out to us and we also gave improvements/changes that could be made to make their music magazine show much better and even get chosen.

When it came to me sharing my idea about the music magazine show, I had a brief description on a piece of paper which also had a few images of the logo, title, set design and background design. The reason I chose to show the group the designs that I have created was because it's much easier for people to not only her but to also visualize what it is that you have produced. Honestly I was very impressed and surprised with the groups reaction to my ideas for the music magazine show.

The feedback that I got was that they liked the title of the show which is 'drop da Base' , they also really liked the design of the title including the logo so I was very pleased with their reaction to that. They also told me that they liked my ideas of the guest speakers and fans having a rap battle and wining a chance to produce a small recording with their fan which they can take home with them.

 

After the meeting, we were able to go home and think about all the ideas that were shared in the group and decide on the best music magazine show that you personally liked from the group, I chose 'Pick up the vibe' which was Arrun's idea, the reason I chose his idea firstly because I find the name of the show very catchy and relevant to have as the name for the music magazine show. The different games that he came up with, even though some of the games were a bit adventurous but then again that's the whole point you want to make your show stand out from other music magazine shows that are out there. Also one of the games involved the audience, where a question would be asked to them and they could win tickets to a concert and personally I think involving the audience in the show as much as possible is vital, because not only is the guests on the show important but so is the audience, especially the fans that are out there in the crowd because what you need to remember is that you need to grab their attention to your show. Most importantly his ideas always related back to the brief of the main ideas for the music magazine show. He covered the title, designs, games, audience and set. All of these points are essential to bring out a good and well known show.

The main thing definitely needs to be added, is more involvement with the audience and guest speakers that are on the show.

There were some areas that needed improvement to make the show much better. I chose to take some ideas from other people and include it into pick up the vibe. One of the ideas that I chose was to have a couple rap battle, where the guest couples would rap about one another. I think including this idea would be great fun for the audience because they can hear about the guest that they may never have known before. Interviewing the guests is also a good idea, asking them questions about themselves or about upcoming events which will inform the audience.