Magic Video - Filming Magic For TV (Street & Studio) by JC Sum

Elevate Your Magic: From Stage to Screen with JC Sum

Have you ever dreamed of seeing your magic showcased on television, captivating a global online audience, or pitching your own series to major networks? The world of on-camera magic demands a unique skill set distinct from live performance. Introducing 'Magic Video - Filming Magic For TV (Street & Studio)', an unparalleled 4-hour video course by the renowned illusionist and producer, JC Sum. This digital download is your essential guide to transforming your magical artistry into broadcast-ready content, whether you're performing on bustling streets or under dazzling studio lights.

Unlock Insider Secrets from a TV Veteran

With over a decade of experience as an on-screen talent, magic consultant, and producer for numerous international TV projects, JC Sum brings an exclusive perspective. He's distilled his extensive 12-year journey into this first-of-its-kind course, offering you direct access to the strategies and techniques that have made him a household name. From initial concept to final cut, you'll learn the crucial differences between live and filmed magic, ensuring your illusions translate flawlessly to any screen.

Master the Art of Filming Magic

Part 1, a 100-minute deep dive, meticulously covers every facet of on-camera performance. Discover the nuances of single versus multi-camera setups, precise blocking for two-shot and one-shot framing, and optimal video and audio configurations. JC guides you through the complexities of street magic filming, including broadcast requirements, camera positioning, lighting techniques, and collaborating effectively with production teams. For studio environments, you'll gain insights into set-up, performance adjustments, lighting, and logistical management. The course also equips you with invaluable tips on developing your compelling on-screen personality, preparing your material, and even understanding the producer's perspective to create truly successful TV magic.

Real-World Learning and Error Analysis

Part 2 features a compelling compilation from JC Sum's critically acclaimed network TV series, 'Street Illusions', showcasing his techniques in action across various street and studio settings. The true gem lies in Part 3, where JC provides an exclusive audio commentary for this series. Here, he contextualizes the principles taught in Part 1, offering raw, honest insights into his own performances, highlighting both successes and, crucially, the mistakes he made. This unique opportunity to learn from a master's errors is invaluable, enabling you to refine your approach and avoid common pitfalls on your journey to becoming a compelling on-screen magician. This comprehensive guide is suitable for magicians of all levels, from beginner to advanced.

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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 Advanced

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