Understanding the Set
Abstract
This chapter examines strategies and practices that define the Screens Producer managed Content Delivery Workflow. This workflow translates scenic documentation into a full video content production delivery pipeline. Analysis of recent projects of varying complexity are provided to demonstrate the initial workflow steps. Key elements include reviewing scenic renderings, shop drawings, and 3D models to identify video surfaces, clarify technical details, and document screens in a Screens Log. Careful study of the scenic documentation enables clear communication to the Content Creation and engineering teams.
Figure 8.1 – iHeart Radio Music Awards 2017, Rendering From Front
Source: Set Design by Tamlyn Wright
Figure 8.2 – iHeart Radio Music Awards 2017, Rendering From Side
Source: Set Design by Tamlyn Wright
Figure 8.3 – iHeart Radio Music Awards 2017, Rendering With Notes
Source: Set Design by Tamlyn Wright
Figure 8.4 – iHeart Radio Music Awards 2017, Shop Drawing, US LED Assembly
Source: Set Design by Tamlyn Wright
Figure 8.5 – iHeart Radio Music Awards 2017, Shop Drawing, Closedown
Source: Set Design by Tamlyn Wright
Figure 8.6 – iHeart Radio Music Awards 2017, VectorWorks File
Source: Set Design by Tamlyn Wright
Figure 8.7 – iHeart Radio Music Awards 2017, Cinema 4D First Import
Source: Set Design by Tamlyn Wright
Figure 8.8 – iHeart Radio Music Awards 2017, Cinema 4D Final Model
Source: Documentation by Author
Figure 8.9 – iHeart Radio Music Awards 2017, Screens Log
Source: Documentation by Author
Figure 8.10 – iHeart Radio Music Awards 2017, Scenic Photo
Source: Photo by Author
Figure 8.11 – BET Black Girls Rock! 2016, Scenic Rendering Front
Source: Set Design by Anne Brahic
Figure 8.12 – BET Black Girls Rock! 2016, Scenic Rendering Side
Source: Set Design by Anne Brahic
Figure 8.13 – BET Black Girls Rock! 2016, Scenic Rendering With Notes
Source: Set Design by Anne Brahic
Figure 8.14 – BET Black Girls Rock! 2016, Front Elevation
Source: Set Design by Anne Brahic
Figure 8.15 – BET Black Girls Rock! 2016, Video Bid Drawing
Source: Set Design by Anne Brahic
Figure 8.16 – BET Black Girls Rock! 2016, VectorWorks File
Source: Set Design by Anne Brahic
Figure 8.17 – BET Black Girls Rock! 2016, C4D Model
Source: Set Design by Anne Brahic
Figure 8.18 – BET Black Girls Rock! 2016, Screens Log
Source: Documentation by Author
Figure 8.19 – BET Black Girls Rock! 2016, Host Look
Source: Photo by Author
Figure 8.20 – BET Black Girls Rock! 2016, Performance Look
Source: Photo by Author
Figure 8.21 – MTV Video Music Awards 2018, Scenic Rendering
Source: Set Design by Julio Himede
Figure 8.22 – MTV Video Music Awards 2018, Name Map
Source: Documentation by Author
Figure 8.23 – MTV Video Music Awards 2018, Large LED Halo
Source: Set Design by Julio Himede
Figure 8.24 – MTV Video Music Awards 2018, Closedown
Source: Set Design by Julio Himede
Figure 8.25 – MTV Video Music Awards 2018, Large Halo Detail
Source: Documentation by Atomic Design
Figure 8.26 – MTV Video Music Awards 2018, Large Halo Detail Screen Detail
Source: Documentation by Atomic Design
Figure 8.27 – MTV Video Music Awards 2018, Large Halo LED Tape Detail
Source: Documentation by Atomic Design
Figure 8.28 – MTV Video Music Awards 2018, C4D Previz Model
Source: Documentation by Author
Figure 8.29 – MTV Video Music Awards 2018, Host Look
Source: Photo Credit Julio Himede
Figure 8.30 – MTV Video Music Awards 2024, Scenic Render
Source: Set Design by Matt Steinbrenner
Figure 8.31 – MTV Video Music Awards 2024, LED Screen Build Plate 10C
Source: Documentation by Kristen Merlino
Figure 8.32 – MTV Video Music Awards 2024, LED Screen Build Plate 10F
Source: Documentation by Kristen Merlino
Figure 8.33 MTV Video Music Awards 2024, Airtable Reference
Source: Documentation by Zach Peletz
Figure 8.34 MTV Video Music Awards 2024, Illustrator Artboards Layout
Source: Documentation by Zach Peletz
Figure 8.35 MTV Video Music Awards 2024, 3ds Reference
Source: Documentation by Zach Peletz
Figure 8.36 MTV Video Music Awards 2024, Photo of Performance Stage
Source: Photo by Phil Kong