The first book of its kind to introduce the problems of location lighting for single camera operators and provide an insight into the technology and techniques required to solve those problems. The approach is of a basic and introductory nature, geared toward the student and trainee cameraman. Professionals needing a refresher course on the subject will also find this an invaluable reference packed with key information, theory and practical approaches to different lighting situations. "For me, this book comes into the category of 'I'm not sure how I ever managed without it'. It is so comprehensive that a list of the contents would virtually constitute a book review in itself. Reading though the book, it is this attention to detail that continually strikes you, making it invaluable to any lighting cameraman. All in all, I can't sum it up any better than the quote on the back cover from lighting director John O'Donnell, who says, 'Learn how to get it right first time!.' " Tony Grant, Zerb Magazine (The Journal of the Guild of Television Cameramen) "...suitable for anyone looking at a career as a DoP or lighting cameraman, or even those who have already started...Recommended." Lighting and Sound "For me, this book comes into the category of 'I'm not sure how I ever managed without it'. It is so comprehensive that a list of the contents would virtually constitute a book review in itself. Reading though the book, it is this attention to detial that continually strickes you, making it invaluable to any lighting cameraman. All in all, I can't sum it up any better than the quote on the back cover from lighting director John O'Donnell, who says, 'Learn how to get it right first time!.' " Tony Grant, Zerb Magazine (The Journal of the Guild of Television Cameramen) Location Lighting for Television is the first book of its kind to introduce the problems of location lighting for single camera operators and provides an insight into the technology and techniques required to solve these problems. The approach is of a basic and introductory nature, geared towards the student and trainee cameraman. Professionals looking for a refresher course on the subject will also find this an invaluable reference packed with key information, theory and practical approaches to different lighting situations. This book is based on the experience of the author as a practitioner and trainer. Location lighting requires decisions to be made quickly, with rarely any opportunity to experiment. The aim in writing this book is to give an insight into how the problems can be solvd and the pitfalls avoided! Alan Bermingham operates as International Television Training and Consultancy (ITTC), specializing in television lighting. He was formerly a Senior Lecturer in Television Technical Operations at the BBC's engineering training Centre, Wood Norton, specializing in television lighting. He worked at TV-am as a Lighting Director and moved to Television South West, becoming Head of Lighting. Alan formed ITTC in 1992 and has given lighting training in over twenty countries. He is a co-author of Multiskilling for television Production and The Video Studio, also published by Focal Press. Alan Bermingham Written by a highly experienced trainer this book combines essential theory with practical approaches to everyday situations.