floor manager
Plural
floor managers
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a person who is in charge of managing the stage in a TV production
A floor manager is a person responsible for overseeing the activities on the set during a live television or radio broadcast. They coordinate the crew, manage the timing of segments, and ensure everything runs smoothly during the production. Floor managers communicate with the director, camera operators, and other staff to make sure that all tasks, such as camera movements or scene changes, are done at the right time. They also assist presenters or performers, making sure they are ready for their cues and handling any issues that may arise during the broadcast.
- The floor manager made sure the cameras were in position before the show started.
- During the live broadcast, the floor manager gave the cues for when to switch to the next segment.
- As soon as the director gave the signal, the floor manager instructed the crew to move to the next scene.
- The floor manager is responsible for keeping track of time during the live broadcast to avoid delays.
- In the studio, the floor manager made sure all the microphones were working before the program went live.