The first week was a great introduction to multi-camera production, especially for a beginner like me. On Monday, we learned about the history of multi-camera filming and why it is commonly used. According to Butler (2018), multi-camera production involves using two or more cameras to capture a scene at the same time. This method is very efficient because it allows multiple angles to be filmed at once and edited quickly, making it perfect for talk shows and live broadcasts.

Wednesday’s class was the most interesting for me. At first, I thought this course would focus on how to use multiple cameras to carefully design and improve each shot, similar to filmmaking. However, when I actually entered the studio, I realized that multi-camera production is not just about getting the best shot—it is about working in a well-organized TV production system.

During practice, I operated Camera 4, focusing on getting a medium shot of the guest. My job was to zoom in, zoom out, or move the camera based on the director’s instructions. This part was quite easy for me. However, when I stepped into the control room, everything felt completely different. Standing in front of multiple screens showing different camera angles and seeing the bright, blinking buttons on the switcher made me feel overwhelmed. Before this, I thought that in a multi-camera television, the guests would simply look into the cameras and speak their lines. But in reality, it’s not that simple. There is a lot of teamwork involved, and every camera movement and shot change must be well planned. It felt like conducting an orchestra—every cut, every transition had to be perfectly timed. I was just one small part of this system, but I realized that every role is important. That is something new that I found. Seeing how everything worked behind the scenes was fascinating.

Even though the first week felt a bit chaotic at times, I really enjoyed the hands-on experience. In the coming weeks, I hope to learn more about the role of the director. It seems exciting to be the person calling the shots and deciding which camera to use at each moment. I look forward to improving my understanding of multi-camera production.

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REFERENCES

Butler, J. G., & Lotz, A. D. (2018). Television : visual storytelling and screen culture (Fifth edition.). Routledge.