Chapter 19

 Your talent can make or break a production ▪ Face ▪ Body Language ▪ Motivation  Can affect the outcome of the production

 Definition of “Talent” ▪ Those appearing in front of the camera  Professional performers ▪ Those comfortable in front of the camera  Inexperienced ▪ Those who are new to the program

 Pros like prepared formats ▪ Learning lines & moves ▪ Cue cards & teleprompters ▪ Notes or printed scripts  Seasoned pros ▪ Can duplicate rehearsal during taping ▪ Can improvise & stay calm ▪ If things go wrong

 People give life to a scene ▪ Empty sidewalk vs crowds of people ▪ Empty bridge vs people crossing  Two of directors greatest challenges ▪ Selecting the right talent ▪ Helping them understand what you want  To make production successful

 Subject experts ▪ May not be the best on camera presenters  Talent reading teleprompters ▪ May seem more authentic/convincing  Street interviews ▪ Camera may move to get best view ▪ Like a bystander who is watching

 Three types of talent  Professional talent ▪ Expensive ▪ Better final project ▪ More efficient  Univ./College Theater Students ▪ Low cost/free ▪ Have some training ▪ May require more retakes

 Three types of talent  Amateur Talent ▪ Relative/Friend ▪ No experience ▪ Inefficient

 Important things ▪ Put them at ease ▪ Give clear instructions ▪ Avoid distractions ▪ Place items on prearranged mark ▪ Be aware of time limits

 Inexperienced Talent  How to handle them ▪ Make them feel welcomed ▪ Do it there way --> then edit results ▪ Let them reminisce ▪ Interview them at their place  More on page 368

 The Host ▪ Familiar with the production routine ▪ Can help with inexperienced talent ▪ Explaining the production process ▪ Moves the program along smoothly ▪ Can help with props/objects

 Off Camera Host ▪ Are not seen by viewers ▪ Offer announcing/commentary ▪ May not even be near the event  What are some examples of off camera hosts?

 Guests are ▪ Not relaxed ▪ Nervous ▪ Loud & obnoxious  What are possible remedies to deal with this?

 If show is live…not much can be done  If know during rehearsal ▪ Possible cut or replacement of talent  If show is taped ▪ Bad parts can be edited out

 What should talent wear ▪ Appropriateness is key ▪ Low contrast clothes ▪ Blue is universal (medium blue) ▪ Watch the details ▪ Minimal jewelry (unless your Mr. T) ▪ Regular (street) make up is enough