Optical-effects Layout Person
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Locates and marks frames of motion picture film to identify
film segments for optical effects processing: Reads work order
or optical effects specifications sheets to ascertain optical
effects specifications and location of subject material on
original photography film. Mounts single or multiple rolls of
film on spindles of winding device, locates marked start frame
of film, and aligns start frame in start position of
synchronizer-counter device to loacte and identify film frames
specified for optical effects. Turns crank on winding device to
advance film and obsevres film passing over viewing light box to
detect damage or unclean condition. Cleans film using cleaning
soluitons and velvet cloth.
Repairs minor damage, such as torn
sprocket holes, using tape. Periodically stops film when viewing
more than one roll simultaneously and compares numbers prnited
on film edges to ensure synchronization of films. Stops film
when counter reading matches number indicated on work order for
start of fisrt optical effect.
Reviews subject matter within
film frame and compares to description on work order to ensure
match when work order does not include reference numbers.
Marks
reference frmae of film, using film notcher, tape, or other
marking device to indicate optical effect starting point.
Marks
symbols and numbers on film edge or leader to indicate type of
effect and length.
Advances film to additional reference frames
indicated, and marks desiganted frames to show reference points
within individual optical effects. Prepares count sheet
indicating position, length, and type of optical effects
required for films which do not have prepared specification
sheets. Splices strpis of leader material to film, and assembles
designated segments of film in specified relationship, using
splicing device.
May confer with clients regarding optical
effects requiremetns and production problems. May determine
artwork requirements and requisition atrwork. May review and
approve finished optical effects.
May load and ulnoad film from
camera magazine, and mount and remove magazines from camera. May
change subtitle cards when filming subtitles.
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Optical-Effects Layout Person
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