SCOUTING

A crucial element of great television is the scout. Sure, as a follow-doc shooter, I can make anything look great on the fly, but if given a chance, I’d rather scout first. Knowing your best angles and where your light source will be coming from removes a huge burden when preparing to shoot, especially if you’re going for the “natural” look with minimal lighting. And if it’s for a scene on set, all the better, you’ll be able to move fast when the time comes without slowing production down. Plus, everyone will be able to state their worries and work out any issues ahead of time.