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Unlock the Secrets of Filming Magic for TV with JC Sum
Are you ready to master the art of presenting magic on television? Whether you’re gearing up for a TV appearance, pitching a magic series to a production company, or creating captivating magic videos for the web, Filming Magic for Television by JC Sum is your ultimate guide. This comprehensive 4-hour video course dives deep into the nuances of performing magic in front of the camera, drawing from JC Sum’s 12 years of experience as an on-screen talent, magic consultant, and producer.
Why This Course is a Must for Every Magician
- Comprehensive Coverage: Learn everything from live performance vs. TV performance, camera and audio setups, to lighting and logistic management.
- Expert Insights: Gain insider tips from JC Sum, who has starred in multiple multi-episode magic series for national broadcast TV, outdoor media networks, and online platforms.
- Real-World Applications: Whether it’s a morning talk show interview, a street magic series, or an in-studio illusion, this course prepares you for every scenario.
Course Breakdown
Part 1: Crafting and Presenting Magic for TV
In this 100-minute video, JC delves into the essential skills needed to adapt your magic for television. Topics include:
- Live Performance Vs TV Performance
- Single Camera Set-up: Video and Audio Set-up, Filming Scenarios
- Preparation for 1-Shot and 2-Shot Framing
- Street Magic Set-ups
- TV Studio Filming Techniques
Part 2: JC Sum’s Network TV Series – Street Illusions
This compilation showcases JC’s first network TV series, featuring both street magic and in-studio performances. It’s a practical demonstration of the theories taught in Part 1.
Part 3: Audio Commentary
JC provides an audio commentary on the “Street Illusions” series, pointing out mistakes and sharing lessons learned to enhance your understanding and improve your performance.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is designed for magicians at all levels, from beginners to advanced performers looking to refine their on-screen presence and technical skills.
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With a total running time of approximately 4 hours, this course packs a wealth of knowledge into a digestible format. Whether you’re aiming for TV fame or just want to create more polished magic videos, Filming Magic for Television is your key to success.
Filming Magic for Television is a Must-Have for Any Magician Presenting Magic on TV
Have you thought of filming magic for television or maybe you have an opportunity to perform magic on a TV show? Or maybe you are looking to pitch a magic series to a production company or TV channel? Or maybe you are independently working on some killer Internet magic videos?
Regardless of your platform, there are specific skills when it comes to presenting magic and illusions in front of the camera.
J C Sum has appeared on television shows across the world for in-studio appearances as well as street magic environments. He has starred in several multi-episode magic series for national broadcast TV, outdoor media networks and online platforms.
J C has produced a first-of-its-kind 4-hour video course sharing his extensive 12-year experience as an on-screen talent, magic consultant and producer for multiple TV projects.
Whether it is an interview on a morning talk show, an opportunity to star in your own street magic television series or to make an in-studio appearance performing stage magic or illusions, this video course will give you a comprehensive introduction to filming magic & illusions for television.
The course comprises of 3 parts.
PART 1
Part 1 is a 100-minute video where J C discusses in-depth everything you need to craft and present your magic for a television filming project, whether it is a street magic performance or in-studio appearance.
Contents of Part 1 include:
Live Performance Vs TV Performance
- Limitations and Restrictions of Cameras
- Performing for Single or Multiple Cameras
Single Camera Set-up
- Video and Audio Set-up
- Filming Scenarios for a Single Camera Set-up
Filming 2-Shot Framing with a Single Camera
- Blocking Your Performance for 2-Shot Framing
- Preparing for 2-Shot Framing with a Single Camera
Filming 1-Shot Framing with a Single Camera
- Blocking Your Performance for 1-Shot Framing with a Single Camera
- Planning Your Performance for 1-Shot Framing
How to Practice for Single Camera Filming
The Filming Background
Street Magic Set-ups
- Broadcast Television Requirements & Standards
- Camera and Audio Set-up
- Camera Positions
- Blocking for Street Magic Filming
- Lighting for Street Magic filming
The Street Magic Production Team
Camera Framing for Street magic
Working with Producers/ Directors for Street Magic Filming
Do-it-Yourself (D.I.Y.) Street Magic
- D.I.Y. Street Magic Camera and Audio Set-up
- Working with a Skeleton Production Crew
Filming Magic in TV Studios
- Difference between Street Magic and TV Studio Filming
- TV Studio Camera Set-Up
- How to Perform Your Act for TV Studio Filming
- Lighting for TV Studio Filming
- Logistic Management for TV Studio Filming
Performing Magic for Live TV
Make-up for Filming
Tips for Successful TV Magic
Tips for On-Screen Talent
- How to Present Good TV Magic
- How to Develop Your TV Personality and Style
- How to Communicate Your TV Personality to the Camera
- Your TV Magic Performance Material
- How to Get Your Performance Material TV Ready
Tips for a TV Magic Producer
- Understanding How Magic Looks on TV
- How to Set Up a Street Magic TV Segment
- How to Film Magic for TV
- PART 2
Part 2 features a compilation of J C’s first network TV Series “Street Illusions” that features street magic and in-studio performances.PART 3
Part 3 features an audio commentary by J C for the “Street Illusions” TV series where he highlights all the things discussed in Part 1 that are it in context and v.perspective. He also points out different mistakes he made so you can learn from his experiences.Total Running Time: Approximately 4 hours
Difficulty Level: Beginner to AdvancedWatch a free webinar on a discussion on performing magic on TV as well as “Got Talent” shows:
