camera group checklist

Use this checklist as a guide for the entire project.

Beginning the Project: Planning
Select video scenes, still shots and additional footage from other sources
Before the Tape Rolls: Preproduction
Establish equipment needs and gather additional materials; create equipment checklist
Learn camera functions and practice
Set lighting needs for scenes
Determine video styles and camera movement
Set videotape schedule
Start the Tape: Shooting
Test all video equipment on site
Set up camera and tripod, set lighting for scene, set audio equipment
Test records, focus camera
Set scene marker: slate identifies scene, take, etc.
Tape additional footage for editing cut-aways/cut-ins and sounds
Store and check equipment
Identify recorded footage for editors
Provide retakes of scenes and additional stills
Find stock footage for inserts
The Final Product
Provide trailers for publicity