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| actor | a person who is acting on the stage, TV, or movie |
| big talking face (BTF) | another name for the lecture program format; also known as a "talking head" |
| concert style | the audience sees the band perform the music that is heard |
| documentary | program is essentially a research paper for television; the topic is researched, the information is outlined, and the script is written |
| drama | this format requires a different kind of talent, actors. Actors take on a role in a program and perform as someone or something other than themselves |
| format script | this script is very brief and is used for the evening news panel discussions, talk shows, game shows, and other programs whose format does not change from episode to episode |
| interview | format is often shot with only one camera; to get various camera angle cuts between the interviewer and the interviewee, the interviewee is shot for the entire duration |
| lecture | the talent speaks and the camera shoots almost entirely in a medium close-up |
| lecture / demonstration | similar to lecture format, but this format is more interesting to watch than a lecture alone because of the action and many props used by the performers |
| magazine | this format originated from programs like "60 minutes," but has become more than news-oriented programming |
| montage | script/production device that allows a gradual change in a relationship or a lengthy time passage to occur in a very short amount of screen time; it is usually set to music and does not include any dialogue |
| music video | this has become a common and influential force in our culture; items such as clothing shoes, fashion accessories, and hairstyles gain popularity when seen in this format |
| outline script | this script usually has a word-for-word introduction and conclusion, but an outline for the body of the script |
| panel discussion | programs that bring a group of professionals together to discuss current news and political topics are examples of the panel discussion format |
| program proposal | proposal that is created by the scriptwriter and provides general information about the program |
| public service announcement (PSA) | the purpose of this program is to inform the public or to convince the public to do (or not to do) something in the interest of common good |
| script | script the written text of a play, movie, or TV broadcast |
| story style | the audience hears the music, but never sees the band; instead, actors act out a story line that is supported by the lyrics of the song |
| storyboards | images that resemble comic books, in that they present a sketch of the way image on television should look |
| visualization | is the ability to mentally picture the finished program |
| word-for-word script | in this script, every word spoken by the talent is written out. This type of script is used in dramas, music videos, lectures, and documentaries |
