Technically speaking, What do I need to know?

The Camera

_____I can take the camera out of the case.

_____I can put the camera back into the case correctly.

_____I can turn the camera on.

_____I can load the camera with a videotape.

_____I can position the viewfinder correctly.

_____I can locate the battery indicator.

_____I can set the white balance.

_____I can find the mic input.

_____I can zoom.

_____I can focus (automatic and manual).

_____I can macro.

_____I can record.

The Tripod

_____I can mount the camera onto the tripod.

_____I can pan, tilt, and pedestal.

The Microphone

_____I know the difference between condenser and dynamic.

_____ I know what cable I need.

_____I can hook the mic to the camera.

_____I know how to monitor sound being recorded.

_____I know how to mic talent.

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The Production

_____ I can compose an interesting, well balanced image using the rule of
thirds.

_____ I understand what the various camera compositions are and how to
use them appropriately.

_____ I understand I need to take into account background elements that

might unintentionally alter the effectiveness of a shot when
composing.

_____ I understand how aspect ratio affects the making and shooting of
props and titles.

_____ I understand the importance of pre-roll when cueing talent to speak.

_____ I understand I need to “hold for the edit” when shooting B-roll.

_____ I understand what the video tab is for.

_____ I understand how to manipulate backlight, key, and fill light in a

location setting.

_____I have a strategy for conducting an on location interview.

Notes:

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