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Sound and Look Professional on Television and the Internet How to Improve Your On-Camera Presence

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ISBN-10: 1566251540

ISBN-13: 9781566251549

Edition: 2000

Authors: Michelle McCoy, Ann S. Utterback

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Opportunities are growing for people to perform in front of the cameras, either on television or via the internet. This guide acts as a resource for the inexperienced to learn about broadcasting expectations and techniques.
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Book details

List price: $18.95
Copyright year: 2000
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
Publication date: 8/31/1996
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 203
Size: 6.25" wide x 0.75" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.792

Michelle McCoy is Assistant Professor in Kent State University's journalism department.

Dr. Ann S. Utterback is the author of seven books and numerous articles on voice. She travels internationally giving workshops for stations, networks, and groups such as The Associated Press, American Forces Network in Europe and the Alaska Press Club. She is a regular speaker at the RTNDA International Conference where her lectures are rated among the highest. Her book Broadcasting recognize stresses and deal with them in healthy ways. She is also the co-author of Performing for Electronic Media. Dr. Utterback is based in the Washington, DC area.

Acknowledgments
Foreword
So, You're Going to Be On Camera
On-Camera Opportunities
Broadcast Production Studios
Microphones and Their Uses
TelePrompTers
Studio Cues
Role of the Floor Director
Microphone Dressing and Audio Checks
Production Assistants
News Anchors and Reporters
On-Air Positions
The Reporter
Preparation
Live Shots
Talking Points
Movement and Reporters
Writing
The Anchor
Movement and Anchors
TelePrompTers
Stance
Spontaneity
Talk Shows: Appearing as the Host
Topics
Finding Guests
Fact Gathering
Question Guides
Structuring Questions
Settings
Warm-Ups
Call-In Shows
Demonstrations
Talk Shows: Appearing as a Guest
The Booking
Appearance
Research
The Set
Preparation
Show Time
On-Camera Commercials
Character Types
Auditions
Preparation
Marks and Props
Products
Typical Shooting Day
Voice-Overs
Timing
Donuts
Industrial Videos
The Product
Environment
Ear Assist
Content and Delivery
Character
Auditions
Clothing
Teleconference and Distance Learning
The Internet
Film and TV Acting
Technique
Actor's Profile
Stage vs. TV and Film
Script Analysis
Sides
Memorization, Listening and Reacting
Blocking and Movement
Props
Maintaining Energy
On-Camera Toolbox
On-Camera Makeup
Supplies
Makeup and Lighting
Shopping
People of Color
Aging and Cosmetic Surgery
Hairstyles for TV
The Look
Facial Shape
Styles
Hair Textures and Products
Consultations
Nails
Wardrobe for TV
Style
Natural
Classic
Romantic
Dramatic
Things to Remember
Colors
Backdrops
Fabrics and Textures
Good Fabric Choices
Accessories
Accessory List
Shopping
Alterations
Broadcast Voice
Breathing
Phonation
Vocal Health
Resonanace
Articulation
Sounding Conversational
Script Marking
Meaning-Laden Words
Talking to a Person
Visualization
Emotion
Tips for Business
Marketing Yourself
Resumes
Cover Letters
Sending Yourself Through the Mail to a News Director
How to Get Started
Agents
Agencies
Contracts
Unions
Photos
Demo Tapes
Success Formula
Audition Tips for Commercial Television
Interview and Audition Tips for News
Notes
Glossary
Suggested Reading and Information
Index