Cheat day

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PD Park Sang-cheol, who finished editing “Baekban Dara,” stretched.

Since the first episode, which I edited over several sleepless nights, was satisfactorily completed, I was planning to leave work early today.

“Thank you for your hard work, senior.”

You worked hard. Still, it seems to have turned out well, right?

“네. It would be great if the ratings were good too.

Baekban Ttara was an experimental program in many ways.

As they had recruited a famous YouTuber, they actively reflected the YouTube style, setting the video length to around 10 minutes and airing it briefly between regular programs.

Normally, the permit wouldn’t be granted so easily.

It was a low-budget project that wouldn’t significantly impact the existing broadcast schedule, and since star PD Park Sang-cheol was taking on the challenge, WTV also proceeded with it gladly.

It would be nice if it works out, but if it doesn’t, it won’t be a big loss.

The higher-ups at WTV considered Baekban Ttara to be that kind of job.

“Right?”

However, PD Park Sang-cheol and some employees had a different opinion.

Platforms dealing with video content, such as YouTube and Netflix, have increased, and the power of TV broadcasters has been gradually declining.

PD Park Sang-cheol and some of the employees who followed him believed that the power of the broadcasting station came from its content.

They concluded that for WTV to remain competitive in the future, it must be able to meet diverse needs.

One of the many projects that started with that idea was Baekban Ttara.

Recruit famous creators and reflect internet culture to attract the younger generation who don’t watch TV.

I hoped it would be a program where existing WTV viewers could enjoy by introducing domestic travel destinations and restaurants in a modest way.

It’ll be okay. If we find it fun, there will be others who find it fun too.

“Yes.”

Jung Mina, the assistant director, nodded and then looked at the monitor and chuckled.

The scene where Baek Woo-jin is protesting to PD Park Sang-cheol was unfolding.

“Isn’t Woojin so funny?”

“Your persuasive skills are extraordinary.” “I can’t stand it when they rush in without thinking.”

When PD Park Sang-cheol, who has dealt with witty celebrities for over 20 years, shook his head, all that came out was laughter.

“Really.” When you first mentioned the invitation, I was a bit unsure. It’s different from a cultural program.

Everyone except PD Park Sang-cheol had doubts about the casting of the participants for this program.

Baek Woo-jin, an influencer with over 1.3 million subscribers, often appeared on TV, but since he mainly worked on educational programs, it was uncertain whether he would adapt to the variety show atmosphere.

“Really?”

“YouTube was also focused on knowledge sharing.”

“Did you not watch the Baekban debate?”

“See?” So I didn’t oppose it, but I was still worried because scripted and real are different.

Jung Mina, the assistant director, expressed her long-standing doubts.

Baekban Debate definitely had popular laugh points, but it was a story where the two people somewhat matched their rhythm.

On the other hand, Baekban Ttara was a program that relied on the participants without any preparation, merely presenting the situation.

Even the most seasoned professionals can freeze in front of the camera without any preparation, so Jeong Mina’s assistant director’s concerns were not unfounded.

“They even set the topic for the roundtable discussion.”

“Really?”

“Look at what Baek Woo-jin is doing.” It’s not an ordinary bet.

Jung Mina, the assistant director, tilted her head slightly.

“Side dishes don’t stand out as much as I thought.”

The production team had high expectations for Banchan-yong.

Although he isn’t famous enough to be called an influencer yet, his wit on Baekban Talk was better than Baek Woo-jin’s.

“I don’t think you’re nervous.”

“Oh.” You did it naturally well.

PD Park Sang-cheol nodded and said.

“You’ve properly understood our broadcast concept.” Baek Woo-jin is stepping up like that, so if I get involved too, the atmosphere will get heated.

Baekban Talk should have been a video that could be watched comfortably.

I hoped he would refrain from excessive gestures and remarks, and Banchan-yong was precisely aware of PD Park Sang-cheol’s intentions.

“Are you really worried about things like that?”

Jung Mina, the assistant director, was puzzled.

Although I did personal broadcasts for two years, it wasn’t easy to conduct them according to the broadcast concept.

Even talented celebrities often crossed the line due to the pressure and impatience to stand out.

“Originally, it was a friend who was doing the editing.” If you look at it, you can see the editing points are well placed. Make sure our lines don’t overlap. Wasn’t editing difficult?

“……That’s what happened.”

“These kids are not ordinary.” Anyway, I’ll meet with the director and then head home. See you tomorrow.

“Director?”

PD Park Sang-cheol smiled slightly and opened the editing room door.

Usually cautious, Park Sang-cheol didn’t bother to speak out even when good things happened.

As someone who works together, I was eager to know the results, but each time, I replaced my impatience with a small smile.

The most important thing for the Baekban Team right now is regular scheduling.

Jung Mina, the assistant director, pursed her lips and leaned back in her chair.

The program that hasn’t even been aired yet has been confirmed, and the sense of accomplishment seemed to wash away the fatigue.

Jung Mina, the assistant director, expressed her joy by lightly tapping her foot.

Please provide the text you would like to have translated.

“Thursday at 8:45?” Yes. Thank you, Yes.”

Producer Park Sang-cheol announced the premiere time for “Baekban Ttara.”

I’m a bit nervous because the decision on whether to make it a regular slot will be based on the broadcast results next Thursday.

“Has the broadcast date for ‘Baekban’ been decided?”

The pickled radish PD next to me asked.

“Yes. I’m a bit nervous.”

“Weren’t there any other words?”

“Could you keep some time free for the Monday after next week, just in case?” There was nothing special to say.

“I will leave it empty.”

Mugunji approached the whiteboard placed on one side of the office and erased the schedule for the Monday after next week.

“I will post an announcement in the community.”

There are no other tasks, and it’s a day dedicated to my personal broadcast, but it feels a bit hasty.

“It’s not decided yet.” I think we can post the announcement next week.

“They gave us a hint that it has been officially scheduled.”

Mugunji spoke bluntly as usual.

“Yes?”

The broadcast schedule cannot be easily changed. Next week, the pilot will air, and when they say to keep your schedule open for the week after, it means they will air two episodes back-to-back.

Definitely strange.

It usually takes time for the regular broadcast to air after the pilot is aired.

Besides filming and editing.

There are countless tasks to handle, such as budgeting, securing advertisers, coordinating schedules, and organizing time slots.

There is no need to start filming right away.

“Then.”

“Congratulations.”

I examined the whiteboard where Mukji had organized the schedule for the month.

If Baekban follows the regular schedule as Mukunji said, it will be quite tight.

Monday, according to the set menu.

Tuesday personal broadcast.

Until when are you going to be sulking on Wednesday?

Thursday Baekban Debate.

Friday food exploration.

I’ll make the side dishes for Saturday.

Sunday personal broadcast.

Monday is tough because of the all-day shoot, but from Tuesday to Sunday, there’s no day without a personal broadcast, and of course, I have to edit too.

I’m also exercising there.

I don’t have the energy to clean the house, so my room is turning into a pigsty.

“How much sleep do you get?”

The seasoned PD, who was checking the schedule, asked.

“About 4 to 5 hours?”

“If you keep living like this, you’ll end up unemployed.”

“What does it mean?”

“Because the CEO won’t live long.”

“……Ah.”

If I die, it means you will be unemployed.

You need to find an editor or reduce the number of broadcast days. “When fatigue builds up, it also affects the broadcast.”

“I want to do that.” But I don’t have any money.

“It’s time to invest.” If the situation continues, you could lose everything because of money.

I’m wondering where to start explaining.

I couldn’t think of a good idea, so I scratched the back of my head and gestured to show it directly.

I entered the room and showed the sales document I was organizing by myself.

The aged kimchi, having checked the income and expenses, moved away from the monitor.

“It’s because of me.”

Mugunji was surprised when he mentioned his own salary. It seems like there was a misunderstanding; I didn’t intend to make you think that way.

“No.” It’s not because of the PD.

That’s right. A significant portion of my disposable income is going towards my salary.

Since Mugunji was staring intently at the monitor, I subtly lowered the document.

“I’ll give it a try.”

“What do you mean?”

“It’s an edit.”

“Yes?”

“We don’t have enough funds to hire more people, so there’s no other way.” “Also, it doesn’t make sense for someone in the PD position not to be able to edit, so I will study.”

Impressive.

“Why are you doing this?”

“Really, I appreciate it, but just doing this doesn’t make it easy.” Even if you can quickly learn the skills, the sense of it can’t be learned.

“I see.”

Both of them fell silent.

I know it’s difficult, but I also know that it’s a situation I have no choice but to face.

“Then, I’ll leave it to you.”

“I will give it a try.”

“Um.” “Wait a moment.”

I’m worried.

It would be great if you could use editing programs broadly, but in reality, it’s unreasonable to expect a high level from someone who has no knowledge in this area at all.

Excluding the entry barrier of Mac, Motion is easy to learn and use with Final Cut.

However, based on my personal experience, I felt that as the work became more delicate, it became more difficult to handle.

Could you introduce a program that is easy to learn and use, but doesn’t quite match my style?

Or I’m considering whether to request the Adobe programs I usually use.

“Have you ever used a Mac, PD-nim?”

“Are you talking about Apple computers?”

“Yes.”

“There isn’t any.”

If you’re not familiar with Mac, it might be better to learn Premiere instead.

Even though it is difficult to get started, Premiere is more advantageous for going through complex editing processes later on.

But since it’s the first time, once you get used to the Mac, you’ll quickly become proficient in its functions.

Above all, Final Cut and Motion have a fast workflow.

Considering that my broadcast time is long and I upload many videos weekly, Final Cut might be advantageous.

Since I happen to have a Mac that I’m not using, it doesn’t cost anything extra and it’s easy to teach.

“CEO.”

As my worries deepened, the aged kimchi called out to me.

“Yes.”

“Whatever you’re worried about, it’s better to decide quickly.”

“This is a bit complicated.” Actually, we don’t make super high-quality videos, but we want to do that in the future, right?

“Yes.”

To do that, you need to use a proxy codec. Final Cut is. Ah, Final Cut is a program used on Mac. Final Cut, anyway, creates it with a proxy codec when you input it, so you can just make it. Adobe requires separate settings. This also needs to be encoded, so the work time is slow.

“Then I’ll learn Final Cut.”

“It’s easy to learn and the work speed is fast.” Integration is good too. But later, when it comes to detailed work, Adobe Premiere has its advantages. It’s called a workflow.

“CEO.”

“Yes.”

I didn’t understand what you said at all. What program are you currently using?

“Adobe Premium.”

“I’ll go with that.”

“……Yes.”