When I joined the Double R intern team I knew the basics of what needed to happen on a shoot, cameras, lights, scripting, and consulting with the client. However, I am just beginning my pursuit in professional film production so I searched online for some more information; I found an article on Fine Cut’s website about 10 Rules of Set Etiquette to acquaint myself with the basics. Though, when I went on my first shoot, I found the attention to and necessity of basic manners even more important than all of this industry etiquette. This particular shoot went smoothly and everyone seemed to click, but I realized how important it is to respect everyone. This sounds like common sense and/or courtesy, but a shoot is also business, and people can get caught up in their work. There is a fine line between being politely efficient and being driven by your own goals and not being open to ideas. Whether you are a novice PA or a seasoned producer, it is crucial to be productive while also being polite. In the article on Fine Cut, I found a quote that read, “If you want to work in the business, and be successful, you need to treat everyone with respect.” There is no simpler way to respect a coworker than to be polite while working with them.
Here is a list of five of the most essential things I learned on my first shoot:
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Rosemary Reed
Since 1987 Rosemary Reed has built Double R into a creative, value-added communications and television/video production firm. Double R serves satisfied clients ranging from major national agencies and Fortune 500 companies to government, local arts and non-profit organizations. Reed began her media career as a radio station news director, establishing her reputation in Washington, DC at the FOX network as the executive producer of “Panorama” with Maury Povich. To this day, the program still stands as one of the nation’s longest running, live, daily talk shows. She also produced the first weekend news hour for WTTG-TV (Metromedia) in DC. Reed’s career as a reporter, anchor and special projects television producer/director allowed her to cover all major regions of the country, including producing and broadcasting crisis situations in Israel and El Salvador. Reed has taken her company international, on assignment in Cambodia, Russia, Mexico and Belgium. Reed’s award-winning work has received recognition and awards too numerous to mention. Come to the Double R office to see our awards showcase! Reed’s media experience both in front of the camera and behind the scenes, an academic background in theatre and speech, plus teaching experience on the high school and college levels provide Reed with exceptional qualifications for media training. Satisfied clients include CEOs, nationally recognized authors, ambassadors for the US Department of State and other government agency personnel.
Rosemary Reed
Since 1987 Rosemary Reed has built Double R into a creative, value-added communications and television/video production firm. Double R serves satisfied clients ranging from major national agencies and Fortune 500 companies to government, local arts and non-profit organizations. Reed began her media career as a radio station news director, establishing her reputation in Washington, DC at the FOX network as the executive producer of “Panorama” with Maury Povich. To this day, the program still stands as one of the nation’s longest running, live, daily talk shows. She also produced the first weekend news hour for WTTG-TV (Metromedia) in DC. Reed’s career as a reporter, anchor and special projects television producer/director allowed her to cover all major regions of the country, including producing and broadcasting crisis situations in Israel and El Salvador. Reed has taken her company international, on assignment in Cambodia, Russia, Mexico and Belgium. Reed’s award-winning work has received recognition and awards too numerous to mention. Come to the Double R office to see our awards showcase! Reed’s media experience both in front of the camera and behind the scenes, an academic background in theatre and speech, plus teaching experience on the high school and college levels provide Reed with exceptional qualifications for media training. Satisfied clients include CEOs, nationally recognized authors, ambassadors for the US Department of State and other government agency personnel.
