Discusses several considerations of which trainers should be aware when teaching the following radio production techniques to trainees in developing nations: equipment use, use of talkback facility, scriptwriting, location interviewing, drama production, educational radio production, and editing. (MBR)

Radio plays can provide opportunities for high school or college students to act without having to memorize scripts. Elements necessary for a well-produced radio play consist of: (1) a suitable play, which may be a simple play or an adaptation of a short story or novel; (2) a radio script which is plausible and feasible within the limitations of…

The means and methods of producing factual films are dealt with step-by-step from the initial idea to making and distributing the final release prints. The author describes preparing a script; breaking the script down to shooting sequences; budgeting for everything from materials to insurance; preliminary planning for actors, commentators,…

The purpose of this book is to acquaint the beginning filmmaker with the tools and basic principles of filmmaking so that a base can be built for future, creative filmmaking. The film camera is described and its operation discussed in detail in a first section, a second section considers film composition, a third section details film lighting, a…

The fundamentals of motion picture photography are introduced with a physiological explanation for the illusion of motion in a film. Film stock formats and emulsions, camera features, and lights are listed and described. Various techniques of exposure control are illustrated in terms of their effects. Photographing action with a stationary or a…

Intended for the beginning filmmaker, this book presents basic information on major aspects of shooting a film. It covers characteristics of various cameras, films, lenses, and lighting equipment and tells how to use them. The importance of a shooting script is stressed. The mechanics of sound systems, editing, and titles, animations, and special…

This step-by-step description of the process of making videotapes is divided into two parts. "The Medium" looks at the physical equipment needed for making tapes. The kinds, makes, and operational differences between videotape recorders, cameras, and microphones are distinguished to help the novice choose equipment suitable for his purpose.…

This instructional guide offers practical ideas for incorporating video production in the classroom. Aspects of video production are presented sequentially. Strategies and suggestions are given for using video production to reinforce traditional subject content and provide interdisciplinary connections. The book is organized in two parts. After…