Across
- 3. – Text graphic at the bottom of the screen identifying speakers.
- 6. – The main light that illuminates the subject.
- 7. – Natural background sound that enhances realism.
- 9. – “Package”; a complete, pre-edited news story with reporter track and SOTs.
- 12. – Controls the camera’s sensitivity to light.
- 13. – Camera setting that controls the amount of light entering the lens.
- 16. – “Character Generator”; device or software that creates titles and lower-thirds.
- 17. – Instant transition from one shot to another.
- 18. – Determines how long the sensor is exposed to light.
- 21. – “Voice Over”; narration played over B-roll.
- 22. – Gradual transition to or from black.
- 23. – “Over the Shoulder”; graphic box beside the anchor’s head.
- 26. – Supplemental footage used to cover narration or transitions.
- 27. – Abrupt edit that disrupts visual continuity.
- 29. – Small microphone clipped to clothing.
- 30. – Live video or audio feed transmitted from the field back to the studio.
- 32. – “Voice Over / Sound on Tape”; story format combining narration and an interview.
- 34. – Person calling camera shots and cues from the control room.
- 35. – Earpiece allowing anchors or reporters to hear the control room.
- 36. – Detailed plan describing every camera setup.
- 37. – Person who assembles video clips, audio, and graphics into a final sequence.
Down
- 1. – Command to start playback or recording.
- 2. – How subjects and objects are arranged in the camera’s view.
- 4. – Material or device that softens harsh light.
- 5. – “Man on the Street”; interviews with random people about a topic.
- 8. – IP-based protocol that transmits video signals over a network.
- 9. – Oversees story content, timing, and production schedule.
- 10. – Light placed behind a subject to create separation from the background.
- 11. – Range of focus between the nearest and farthest objects in view.
- 14. – Three-legged stand that stabilizes the camera.
- 15. – “Sound on Tape”; a recorded quote or interview bite.
- 16. – Signal from the director or floor manager to begin speaking or acting.
- 19. – Displays scrolling text for anchors to read on camera.
- 20. – Digital audio-over-IP networking system.
- 24. – Adjusts the camera to show accurate color under lighting.
- 25. – Professional three-pin audio connector used in studios.
- 28. – Secondary light that softens shadows created by the key light.
- 31. – Device used to select and mix multiple video inputs.
- 33. – Written version of what will be said or shown in a segment.