Introduction to tv production

The Production Book

• The Production Book
• The production book is a blueprint of the entire production process, and it offers in minute detail who, what, when, where, and how of a production.
• treatment
• shooting script
• staff and crew (including contracts)
• complete budget information
• schedules
• memos and meeting notes
• lighting plot and set design plan

Producers - Business Aspects

• The producer organizes a creative idea within financial constraints. Among the business aspects of the producer’s role are (1) creating budgets, (2) selling the ideas, and (3) understanding contractual obligations.
• The producer’s roles
• Developing an idea and analyzing audience.
• Researching the idea and production feasibility.
• Determining the production mode.
• Developing the program outline.
• Preparing the program budget.

Question to ask as a Producer

• Who is target audience?
• Why should audience watch?
• When should audience watch?
• How long should program be?
• How should program be produced?
• What are the production costs?
• Is the idea doable?
• Can you sell the idea?
• How will you know if you’ve succeeded?