Professionalism
Canon XA75 & XF300
Lighting & Rigging
Cable Management
Rules & Composition
100

True or False: Professionalism includes respecting the privacy of faculty, students, and campus content.

True

100

Which camera is heavier (~6 lb) and better suited for stable handheld shooting?

Canon XF300.

100

When breaking down, what must you do before lowering the truss or handling any lights?

Unplug the main power cord from the wall.

100

True or False: You should use electrical tape on the truss or cables for neatness when there are no cable ties.

 False (Electrical tape should NOT be used on truss or cables).

100

 In the Rule of Thirds, where should you typically align a subject's eyes during an interview?

On the upper line

200

A professional is someone who can

do their best work even when they don't feel like it

200

The Canon XF300 uses this type of media for recording
(What does the camera write on)

Dual CompactFlash (CF) cards.

200

 What critical safety hardware must be used on the truss stands at all times?

Safety pins/locks

200

What is the preferred method for wrapping cables at Media Services?

The Over-Under Method.

200

This term refers to leaving open space in the direction a subject is moving.

Lead room.

300

List three core traits of professionalism

Respect, reliability, integrity, and excellence

300

This camera is described as a "compact 4K powerhouse" for current production.

Canon XA75.

300

Before raising the truss, you must ensure this is tight and the light fixture is secure.

The lighting clamp

300

 After coiling a cable, you should always secure it with one of these.

 A cable tie

300

What setting should you enable in the XA75's LCD menu to help with framing?

Grid Display

400

What are two "No" behaviors that demonstrate a poor professional attitude

Any two: unethical conduct, poor communication, lack of accountability, failing to take responsibility, or poor work ethic.

400

The Canon XA75 features this many XLR inputs with phantom power for audio.

 2x XLR inputs.

400

This type of light is used for the primary ambient color wash

Wash Lights (HexPars & Colorbursts)

400

Name two common mistakes to avoid when handling cables

Any two: pulling too tight, wrapping only "over," tying in knots, or wrapping around your elbow/hand.

400

When should you intentionally break the Rule of Thirds?

 When symmetry or centered framing adds impact.

500

When corresponding with team members or clients, you should always respond promptly and use this type of language.

Professional language

500

To control exposure when shooting outdoors, you should use these.

ND Filters

500

These specific lights should be placed at the outer edges of the truss to ensure they have clearance to move.

Moving Heads (Inno Pocket Spots).

500

Proper cable wrapping is a form of this, as it reduces replacement costs

Stewardship

500

For landscape or establishing shots, where should the horizon be aligned?

Along a third