Lighting
What is the purpose of a gobo in a lighting fixture?
To project shapes, patterns, or textures with light.
What type of power does a condenser microphone require?
Phantom Power (48v)
What does “aspect ratio” refer to in video production?
The ratio of width to height of an image or screen
What is the purpose of stage risers?
To elevate performers or equipment for visibility
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
What does the acronym “LED” stand for in stage lighting?
Light Emitting Diode
Which microphone polar pattern picks up sound equally from all directions?
Omnidirectional
What type of cable is commonly used to connect a laptop to a projector?
HDMI or VGA
What does the term “fly system” mean in theatre staging?
A system of pulleys, lines, and counterweights used to raise and lower scenery
Why must all cables be taped down or covered with cable mats?
To prevent trip hazards
What type of lighting fixture can be used to create a wash of light (or colour) across the stage?
Flood light or PAR can
What does the acronym “XLR” stand for in audio cabling?
External Line Return
What does the acronym “SDI” stand for in broadcast vision systems?
Serial Digital Interface
What is the purpose of a cyclorama (cyc) in stage design?
A large curtain or wall used as a backdrop, often lit to create sky effects or projection surfaces
What does the acronym "SWMS" stand for?
Safe Work Method Statement
What is the difference between a Fresnel lens beam and a Profile spotlight lens beam?
Fresnel produces a soft-edged beam, Profile produces a hard-edged, focused beam
What is the purpose of a DI (Direct Input) box?
Converts an instrument's unbalanced, high-impedance signal into a balanced, low-impedance signal
What is the difference between front projection and rear projection?
Front projection places the projector in front of the screen, rear projection places it behind.
Explain the difference between “in the round” and “proscenium” stage layouts.
In the round has audience all around, proscenium has audience facing one side (framed by an arch)
According to WHS regulations in NSW, who holds the primary duty of care in the workplace?
The PCBU (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking)
When rigging lights, why is safety chain required even if the clamp is secure?
It is a secondary safety measure to prevent the fixture from falling
Explain the function of an auxiliary (aux) send on a mixing console
It routes a portion of the signal from a channel to an external processor or monitor mix, independent of the main mix
What does “latency” refer to in vision systems?
The delay between input (signal) and output (display)
What is a "rake" on a stage, and how does it impact both performer movement and stage design?
A rake is a sloped stage surface; it improves audience sightlines but makes movement and set placement more challenging for performers and crew
Name the hierarchy of risk controls in order
Elimination
Substitution
Isolation
Engineering Controls
Administrative Controls
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)