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- 4K CameraCameras that record at a resolution of approximately 4000 pixels horizontally, offering high-definit...
- 4K ResolutionA high-definition video format with a resolution of approximately 4,000 pixels horizontally, offerin...
- 4K StreamingStreaming video with a resolution of 3840x2160 pixels, also referred to as UHD or Ultra HD, providin...
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- A/B TestingA method in marketing testing by which a baseline control sample is compared with a variety of singl...
- Ableton LiveA digital audio workstation for macOS and Windows by Ableton. The software is used for music product...
- AC AdapterAn external power supply used with devices that typically run on batteries, providing a constant pow...
- Accent LightAdditional light used to emphasize a particular object or draw attention to a part of the scene.
- Acceptance CriteriaThe conditions that a software product must satisfy to be accepted by a user, customer, or other sta...
- Accessibility StandardsRegulations and guidelines that ensure media content and services are accessible to all users, inclu...
- ACES (Academy Color Encoding System)A color imaging framework that allows for consistent color management across the production, post-pr...
- Acoustic TreatmentModifications made to a space to control sound reflections and absorption, improving the quality of ...
- Act StructureThe division of a script into parts (typically three), which define the different stages of the narr...
- Action CameraCompact, rugged cameras designed to capture fast-moving scenes and can be mounted to various surface...
- Ad-based Video on Demand (AVOD)A type of streaming service where content is offered for free to viewers, but includes advertisement...
- Adaptive Bitrate StreamingA technique used in streaming multimedia over computer networks that dynamically adjusts the video q...
- Addressable TVTechnology that allows advertisers to selectively segment TV audiences and serve different ads or ad...
- Adobe AuditionA professional audio workstation from Adobe Systems for audio editing, mixing, restoration, and effe...
- Adobe IllustratorA vector graphics editor and design program developed and marketed by Adobe Inc. It's commonly used ...
- Adobe PhotoshopWidely considered the gold standard in photo editing and manipulation, it also provides powerful too...
- Adobe Premiere ElementsA scaled-down version of Adobe Premiere Pro and is tailored to novice editors and consumers. It prov...
- Adobe Premiere ProA widely used professional video editing software that allows users to edit everything from TV serie...
- ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement)A process of re-recording dialogue in a studio to improve audio quality or reflect changes in the en...
- ADR EditorManages the automatic dialogue replacement (ADR) process, where actors re-record dialogue post-filmi...
- Advertising EthicsPrinciples and standards that guide the behavior of advertising firms and advertisers to ensure they...
- Advertising StandardsRegulations that ensure advertisements are not misleading, harmful, or offensive, and that they main...
- Aerial DroneUnmanned aerial vehicles equipped with cameras for capturing high-angle shots and landscapes not eas...
- Aerial ShotA shot captured from an elevated perspective using a drone or helicopter, offering a broad, expansiv...
- Affiliate MarketingA marketing arrangement by which an online retailer pays commission to an external website for traff...
- After EffectsAdobe’s digital visual effects, motion graphics, and compositing application used in the post-prod...
- Age Verification SystemsMethods used by media and online platforms to verify the age of users to restrict access to age-rest...
- Agile CoachingThe process of guiding a project team or an organization in the implementation and execution of agil...
- Agile ManifestoA formal proclamation of four key values and twelve principles that guide the agile project manageme...
- Agile Project ManagementA methodology that involves short cycles or iterations of development to address potential changes i...
- Agile Video ProductionAn approach to video production that incorporates the principles of agile project management. This a...
- Alpha ChannelAn additional channel in a color image that is used for digital compositing, allowing for varying le...
- AmbienceBackground sounds which are present in a scene or location. In post-production, ambient sounds are a...
- Ambient LightThe light already present in a scene before any additional lighting is added, often used as the base...
- Ambient NoiseBackground sounds that are present in a scene or location, which can either be intentionally recorde...
- Ambient OcclusionA shading and rendering technique used to calculate how exposed each point in a scene is to ambient ...
- AmbisonicsAn audio format that lets you precisely control sound localization and create 360-degree soundscapes...
- AnalyticsThe systematic computational analysis of data or statistics. In marketing, it's often used to analyz...
- Anamorphic Lens FlareA specific type of lens flare that is often added in post-production to emulate the look of an anamo...
- Animal HandlerResponsible for the care and management of animals used in film production, ensuring their well-bein...
- AntagonistThe character who opposes the protagonist, often creating the central conflict.
- ApertureA hole within a lens, through which light travels into the camera body. It can be adjusted to contro...
- Arbitration ClauseA clause in a contract that requires the parties to resolve disputes through an arbitration process ...
- Arc ShotA shot where the camera moves around the subject in a circular or semi-circular trajectory. This can...
- Arnold RendererAn advanced Monte Carlo ray tracing renderer built for the demands of feature-length animation and v...
- Art DirectionThe management of the visual elements of a film, including settings and props, under the direction o...
- Art DirectorWorks under the production designer, managing the artists and craftspeople who build the sets.
- AsanaA web and mobile application designed to help teams organize, track, and manage their work.
- Aspect RatioThe ratio of the width to the height of an image or screen, common aspect ratios include 4:3, 16:9, ...
- Aspect Ratio ConversionThe process of changing video from one aspect ratio to another. This can involve cropping, stretchin...
- Assignment ClauseA provision in a contract that determines whether rights, obligations, and duties under the contract...
- Assistant Director (AD)Responsible for the scheduling and coordination of the production, they work directly under the dire...
- Asynchronous Communication ToolsDigital tools that allow for communication that does not require participants to be concurrently eng...
- Atmos MixingUtilizing Dolby Atmos technology to create and mix audio that moves in a three-dimensional space, pr...
- ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee)The group that developed the ATSC standards for digital television in the United States, including d...
- AttributionThe requirement under some licenses that the original creator of a work must be credited when it is ...
- AudacityA free, open-source, cross-platform audio software for multi-track editing and recording. It provide...
- Audience TargetingThe practice of segmenting consumers into groups that share similar characteristics, such as demogra...
- Audio CodecA technology for compressing and decompressing digital audio data according to a given audio file fo...
- Audio InterfaceA device used in audio recording and production to connect audio equipment (microphones, musical ins...
- Audio MixerA device that combines several audio inputs into one or more output channels, allowing for control o...
- Audio MixingThe process of combining multitrack recordings into a final mono, stereo or surround sound product, ...
- Audio RecorderA device used to record audio separately from the camera, providing higher quality sound capture.
- Audio TrackSeparate tracks in an editing software used for different audio components such as dialogue, music, ...
- AuditionA trial performance where actors read specific parts from the script or perform a scene, allowing th...
- Augmented Reality (AR) ContentAn interactive experience of a real-world environment where the objects that reside in the real worl...
- Autodesk 3ds MaxA professional 3D computer graphics program for making 3D animations, models, games, and images. It ...
- Autodesk SmokeProfessional video effects software for Mac that integrates editing workflows with node-based compos...
- Automated Dialogue Replacement (ADR)Often just referred to as ADR, this is the process where actors re-record their dialogue in the stud...
- AutomationThe process of programming the levels of various parameters (volume, pan, effects) within an audio e...
- Avid Media ComposerA film and video editing software application or non-linear editing system (NLE) and is the flagship...
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- B-RollSupplementary footage that can be intercut with the main shot in editing. For example, if the main s...
- Back LightA light placed behind the subject to help separate the subject from the background.
- Backdrop StandA support system used to hold up the green screen backdrop securely.
- BacklightAlso known as hair light; positioned behind the subject to help separate them from the background an...
- Backlog Grooming (Backlog Refinement)The process of reviewing items in the product backlog to ensure the backlog contains appropriate ite...
- BackstoryThe history behind the situation presented in the narrative; events that have happened before the st...
- Barn DoorsAdjustable flaps attached to light fixtures that control the spread and shape of the light beam.
- BasecampA real-time communication tool that helps teams stay on the same page; it combines various tools int...
- Battery PackPortable power units used to extend the operating time of cameras and other equipment, essential for...
- BeatA moment in the script that signifies a change in the way the story is moving or in the emotions of ...
- Beauty LightA lighting setup specifically designed to minimize shadows and blemishes, enhancing the subject's ap...
- Behavioral TargetingA technique used by online publishers and advertisers to increase the effectiveness of their campaig...
- Berne ConventionAn international agreement governing copyright protection, which mandates that all signatory countri...
- Best BoyThe chief assistant, usually found in the lighting and grip departments, responsible for the smooth ...
- Bi-directional MicrophoneA microphone that picks up sound from the front and back but not the sides, often used in interviews...
- Binaural AudioAudio technology that creates the sensation of 3D sound perception, ideally suited for headphones by...
- Binaural RecordingA method of recording sound that uses two microphones, arranged with the intent to create a 3D stere...
- Bird's Eye View Shot
- Bit DepthIn video, it refers to the color information stored in an image. Higher bit depth allows for more sh...
- Bit RateThe amount of data processed in a given amount of time in a video, audio or other media; higher bit ...
- Bleach BypassA film laboratory technique used to retain the silver during the processing of film, resulting in a ...
- BlenderA free and open-source 3D creation suite that supports the entirety of the 3D pipeline—modeling, r...
- BlockingThe precise staging of actors and movement of the camera, as planned by the director to ensure clear...
- BloomAn effect used in video games, video, and digital photography to recreate an imaging artifact of rea...
- Blu-rayA digital optical disc data storage format capable of storing high-definition video resolution (1080...
- Body Mount (Snorricam)A camera mount that fixes the camera to the body of the actor, creating a dynamic point of view that...
- Boom MicA microphone mounted on a boom pole, used to capture audio from a distance while staying out of the ...
- Boom OperatorThe technician who operates the boom microphone and ensures it does not appear in the frame while ca...
- Boom PoleA long pole used to hold a microphone (often a shotgun microphone) above or below the subjects being...
- Boris FX SapphireA collection of advanced plugins for editing, visual effects, and motion graphics, used widely in br...
- Bounce LightLight that is reflected off a surface (like walls, ceilings, or reflectors) before it hits the subje...
- Bounce RateThe percentage of visitors to a particular website who navigate away from the site after viewing onl...
- Brand IntegrationThe practice of integrating a brand, product, or service into the content of entertainment or media,...
- Breakdown SheetA specific document derived from the script breakdown that lists all necessary elements for a partic...
- BroadcastThe transmission of audio and video content to a dispersed audience via any electronic mass communic...
- Broadcast LicenseA license granted by a government agency that permits the licensee to use a portion of the radio spe...
- Broadcast StandardsRegulations that ensure compatibility and quality in broadcast video, such as NTSC, PAL, or SECAM.
- BudgetingThe practice of estimating and allocating financial resources for various aspects of film production...
- Bump MappingA technique in computer graphics for simulating bumps and wrinkles on the surface of an object, enha...
- Burn-up ChartA graphical representation of work completed on a project versus the total work scope, showing the t...
- Burndown ChartA visual measurement tool that shows the completed work per day against the projected rate of comple...
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- C-stand (Century Stand)A heavy-duty metal stand used primarily to position light modifiers, such as silks, nets, or flags, ...
- Cable TelevisionA system of delivering television programming to paying subscribers via radio frequency signals tran...
- Call SheetA daily schedule distributed to the cast and crew of a film production, detailing the shooting times...
- Call to Action (CTA)An instruction to the audience designed to provoke an immediate response, typically using an imperat...
- Camera OperatorOperates the camera under the direction of the director of photography, capturing the film’s foota...
- CamtasiaA software suite created for creating video tutorials and presentations directly via screencast, or ...
- CAN-SPAM ActA law that sets the rules for commercial email, establishes requirements for commercial messages, gi...
- Canted Frame (Dutch Tilt)A type of shot that involves tilting the camera along the roll axis, creating a sense of unease or d...
- Capacity PlanningThe process of determining the production capacity needed by an organization to meet changing demand...
- Cardioid MicrophoneA microphone with a pick-up pattern that captures sound from the front and sides but not from the ba...
- CastingThe process of selecting actors to play various roles in a film, typically involving auditions and s...
- Casting DirectorWorks closely with the director and producer to select actors for the various roles in the film. The...
- CatalystAn event that causes an important change or action for the protagonist, driving the central plot of ...
- Catch-up TVA service offered by digital broadcasters allowing viewers to watch programming at a time convenient...
- CatererProvides meals and refreshments for the cast and crew on set, ensuring that food requirements and sc...
- CateringThe arrangement for preparing and serving food for the cast and crew during shoots.
- Cease and Desist OrderA legal order issued by a court or government authority to stop allegedly illegal activities. Failur...
- CGI (Computer Generated Imagery)Graphics created using computer software to produce realistic images and animations, often used for ...
- Chain of TitleIn media production, a list of all previous owners of a work and the legal pathway by which ownershi...
- Change ManagementA systematic approach to dealing with the transition or transformation of an organization's goals, p...
- Character ArcThe transformation or inner journey of a character over the course of the story.
- Cheat CutA subtle continuity error between two shots, typically overlooked by the audience, used to maintain ...
- ChiaroscuroThe use of strong contrasts between light and dark, affecting a whole composition, commonly used to ...
- Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)A U.S. federal law that imposes certain requirements on operators of websites or online services dir...
- Choker ShotA close-up shot framing the subject's face from above the eyebrows to below the mouth, often used to...
- ChoreographerDesigns and arranges dance or movement sequences in films, working with directors and actors to ensu...
- Chroma KeyA visual effects technique for layering two images or video streams together based on color hues (mo...
- Chroma SubsamplingA process that describes how color information is formatted and stored, commonly noted as 4:4:4, 4:2...
- Chromatic AberrationA common optical problem that causes a color fringe along boundaries that separate dark and bright p...
- Cinema 4DA 3D modeling, animation, motion graphic, and rendering application developed by MAXON, well-regarde...
- Cinema CameraHigh-resolution cameras specifically designed for filmmaking with advanced image sensors and video c...
- Cinematic LightingA style of lighting that aims to reproduce the aesthetics typically associated with cinema, using te...
- Cinematographer/Director of Photography (DP)The chief over the camera and light crews working on a film, responsible for making artistic and tec...
- ClapperboardA device used in filmmaking and video production to assist in synchronizing picture and sound, and t...
- Class Action LawsuitA lawsuit filed or defended by an individual or small group acting on behalf of a large group who ar...
- Click-Through Rate (CTR)The ratio of users who click on a specific link to the number of total users who view a page, email,...
- ClimaxThe most intense, exciting, or important point of the story; a culmination or turning point.
- Clip Studio PaintKnown for its strong features in manga and comic creation, it is also used for character animation a...
- ClippingDistortion that occurs when the amplitude of a signal exceeds the maximum limit of a device, causing...
- Close-upA type of shot that tightly frames a person or an object, often used to capture emotions or details ...
- Cloud DistributionDelivering content hosted on virtual servers over the internet to a variety of devices, which allows...
- Cloud GamingA form of online gaming that runs video games on remote servers and streams them directly to a user'...
- Cloud StorageA model of computer data storage in which the digital data is stored in logical pools across multipl...
- Co-Production AgreementA contract between two or more parties to share the costs, risks, and profits of a production, often...
- CodecA device or software that encodes or decodes a digital data stream or signal. In video, codecs compr...
- Collaboration ToolsSoftware designed to help people involved in a common task achieve goals. These tools allow for bett...
- Collecting SocietiesOrganizations that collect income on behalf of songwriters and composers for the use of their musica...
- Color Bit DepthThe number of bits used to indicate the color of a single pixel in a bitmapped image or video frame ...
- Color CorrectionThe process of adjusting the color values of an image to make them appear more accurate or to achiev...
- Color DepthThe number of bits used to represent the color of a single pixel in a bitmapped image or video frame...
- Color GradingThe process of enhancing or altering the color of a motion picture or video image, either to achieve...
- Color MatchingThe process of making one shot look consistent with another in terms of color tone and brightness, c...
- Color ModelA mathematical model describing the way colors can be represented as tuples of numbers, typically as...
- Color ScienceRefers to how different cameras use algorithms to interpret color. Color science affects how color i...
- Color SpaceA specific organization of colors which helps in the representation of colors in digital imaging sys...
- Color WheelsControls used in color grading software that adjust the intensity of the primary colors (red, green,...
- ColoristWorks in post-production to adjust the color of the film to achieve a certain aesthetic look. This r...
- Completion BondA bond issued by an insurance company or a bank to guarantee that a particular project will be finis...
- Compliance AuditA comprehensive review performed to determine whether a company is following regulatory guidelines a...
- ComposerWrites the musical score for the film and may also oversee the recording of the score.
- Composer AgreementA contract that specifies the terms under which a composer will create music for film, television, o...
- CompositingThe process of combining visual elements from separate sources into single images, often to create t...
- CompressionThe process of reducing the size of a file or data stream. Lossy compression reduces file size by el...
- Condenser MicMicrophones that offer a high-quality audio signal and are typically used in studio settings.
- Confidentiality AgreementA contract used to protect sensitive information, knowledge, or material that individuals or busines...
- ConflictThe main problem or set of problems faced by characters in the story, driving the narrative forward....
- Conflict ResolutionThe process by which two or more parties reach a peaceful resolution to a dispute.
- Consumer Protection LawsLaws designed to ensure fair trade competition and the free flow of truthful information in the mark...
- Consumer Rights LawLaws that protect the buying public from fraudulent or misleading advertising and sales practices.
- Container FormatA type of file format that can include various types of data compressed by different codecs. Example...
- Content Delivery Network (CDN)A system of distributed servers that deliver web content and other web services to users based on th...
- Content IDA system used by platforms like YouTube to automatically identify and manage copyrighted content in ...
- Content MarketingA strategic marketing approach focused on creating and distributing valuable, relevant, and consiste...
- Content Rating SystemsSystems used to classify the content of television shows, movies, video games, or publications accor...
- Content SyndicationThe practice of selling the right to broadcast television programs and radio programs by multiple te...
- ContinuityThe consistency of the visual and contextual details of a film’s scenes, maintained throughout the...
- Continuous IntegrationA development practice where team members frequently integrate their work, usually each person integ...
- Contract RiderAn addendum to a contract that includes additional terms, clauses, or specifications not included in...
- ContrastThe difference in luminance or color that makes an object distinguishable. In visual terms, high con...
- Contrast LightingA style of lighting that emphasizes the difference between light and dark areas of the scene, creati...
- Conversion RateA measure of the percentage of visitors who complete a desired action (like filling out a form, sign...
- CookieShort for "cucoloris"; a device used to cast shadows or silhouettes to create a patterned effect, su...
- CopyrightA form of protection provided by the laws of a country to the creators of original works of authorsh...
- Copyright NoticeA statement placed on works expressing copyright ownership, typically formatted as © followed by th...
- Copyright TermThe length of time copyright protection lasts before the work enters the public domain, varying by t...
- Corel VideoStudioA video editing software suite, known for its easy-to-use interface and rich functionality that allo...
- Costume DesignThe creation and organization of clothing for the characters in a film, which reflects the film’s ...
- Costume DesignerDesigns, organizes, and oversees the production of the costumes worn by actors. They ensure that the...
- Costume StandbyWorks on set and is responsible for maintaining the continuity of the costumes and managing any nece...
- Cowboy ShotA framing in which the subject is viewed from mid-thighs up, used traditionally in Western films to ...
- Craft ServicesThe department responsible for providing snacks and refreshments to the cast and crew throughout the...
- Crane ShotA shot taken by a camera on a moving crane or jib. Most common in elaborate productions, this can ac...
- Creative CommonsA non-profit organization that enables the sharing and use of creativity and knowledge through free ...
- Crew ContractAn agreement that outlines terms of employment for crew members on a film or television project, inc...
- Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM)A method of planning and managing projects that emphasizes the resources required to execute project...
- Critical Path Method (CPM)A step-by-step project management technique to identify activities on the critical path. It is an al...
- Cross DissolveA post-production video transition where one clip fades into another. Commonly used to signify a pas...
- Cross-CutAn editing technique that alternates shots of two or more lines of action occurring in different pla...
- Cross-functional TeamA group of people with different functional expertise working toward a common goal; in Agile, it oft...
- Cross-PromotionA marketing technique where two or more companies promote each other’s products or services, lever...
- Crowd SimulationThe process of simulating the movement of a large number of entities or characters; used in films an...
- Crushing the BlacksA technique in color grading that involves setting the black point at a higher level, which reduces ...
- Curves AdjustmentA tool used in color grading to adjust points throughout an image’s tonal range, which can dynamic...
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)Technology for managing all your company's relationships and interactions with customers and potenti...
- CutThe most basic editing technique, where one shot is immediately followed by another, creating a simp...
- Cut-InSimilar to an insert shot, this involves cutting away from the main scene to a close-up of something...
- CutawayA shot that cuts away from the main action to show something else, often used to add information or ...
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- DailiesRaw, unedited footage shot during the making of a movie, viewed by the director and other key person...
- Dailies TechnicianManages the daily raw footage shot during production, preparing it for review by the director and pr...
- Daily ScrumA daily team meeting held to provide a status update to all team members about what is being worked ...
- Daily Stand-upA short, daily team meeting to discuss progress and directly address any impediments that team membe...
- Data Protection Agreement (DPA)A legally binding contract required by data protection laws, stipulating how data transferred betwee...
- Data Retention PolicyRegulations and policies that govern the storage and preservation of company data for compliance wit...
- DaVinci ResolveA popular color grading software known for its comprehensive color correction and non-linear video e...
- DAW (Digital Audio Workstation)A software platform used for recording, editing, and producing audio files.
- Day for NightA cinematographic technique used to simulate a night scene while filming in daylight. It is achieved...
- De-EssingReducing or eliminating excessive high-frequency "s" sounds (sibilance) in speech, which can cause d...
- Decibel (dB)A unit used to measure the intensity of a sound or the power level of an electrical signal by compar...
- DefamationThe act of communicating false statements about a person that injure the reputation of that person o...
- Definition of Done (DoD)A clear and concise list of criteria which must be met before a product increment is considered "don...
- DeinterlacingThe process of converting interlaced video, such as common analog television signals or 1080i format...
- Deity MicA brand of microphones known for their affordability and quality, commonly used in various types of ...
- DelayAn effect that records an audio signal for playback a set duration after the original is heard. Dela...
- DeliverablesAny unique and verifiable product, result, or capability to perform a service that must be produced ...
- DenouementThe final part of a film where the strands of the plot are drawn together and matters are explained ...
- Depth MapA grayscale image that contains information relating to the distance of the surfaces of scene object...
- Depth of Field (DoF)The range of distance within a shot that appears acceptable sharp, used as a creative element in vis...
- Derivative WorkA work based upon one or more pre-existing works, such as a translation, musical arrangement, dramat...
- DesaturationReducing the saturation of all or specific colors within an image to lessen their intensity, often u...
- Dialect CoachAssists the actors in adopting a specific accent or dialect in line with their characters' backgroun...
- DialogueThe written conversational exchange between two or more characters.
- Dialogue EditingThe process of editing and fine-tuning dialogue tracks to ensure clarity and coherence in the mix, i...
- Dialogue EditorSpecializes in editing and assembling the dialogue in the proper sequence and ensures that the dialo...
- Diegetic SoundSounds that originate from sources within a film's world; they can be heard by both the movie's audi...
- DiffuserA material placed in front of a light source to soften the light as it falls on the subject, reducin...
- Digital AdvertisingThe practice of delivering promotional content to users through various online and digital channels,...
- Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)A software platform used for recording, editing, and producing audio files.
- Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI)A consortium formed by major Hollywood studios to establish a standard architecture for digital cine...
- Digital Cinema Package (DCP)The collection of digital files used to store and convey digital cinema (DC) audio, image, and data ...
- Digital CompositingThe process of digitally assembling multiple images to make a final image, typically for print, moti...
- Digital CopyrightCopyright law as it applies to digital works and issues, including digital reproduction and distribu...
- Digital DistributionThe delivery or distribution of media content such as audio, video, software, and video games via di...
- Digital Imaging Technician (DIT)Manages the workflow of digital camera footage, from on-set quality control to the adjustment of col...
- Digital Intermediate (DI)A digital motion picture finishing process which classically involves digitizing a motion picture an...
- Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)A U.S. law that addresses the rights of online platforms and copyright owners, providing a framework...
- Digital Rights Management (DRM)Technologies used by publishers, manufacturers, and copyright holders to control access to digital c...
- Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT)The technological evolution and advancement of broadcast television, transmitting land-based (terres...
- Digital ZoomA function of a digital camera used to make the image seem closer, which unlike optical zoom, simply...
- Direct Box (DI Box)A device used to connect high impedance, line-level signal to a low impedance microphone level input...
- Direct MarketingA form of marketing where businesses and nonprofits communicate directly with customers through a va...
- Directional MicrophoneA microphone designed to capture sound from a specific direction, minimizing noise from other direct...
- DirectorThe principal creative artist on a movie set. A director is responsible for the artistic and dramati...
- Dirty ShotA type of shot where a character or object is in the foreground but out of focus, while the action f...
- Displacement MappingA technique in computer graphics that uses a texture (or height map) to cause an effect where the ac...
- Display AdvertisingA type of online advertising that comes in several forms, including banner ads, rich media, and more...
- DissolveA transition between two shots where one shot fades out and simultaneously another shot fades in; of...
- Distance FactorThe strategic placement of subjects at a sufficient distance from the green screen to minimize spill...
- Distribution AgreementA contract between the content creator and the distributor outlining the rights to distribute the co...
- Distribution ManagerManages the distribution process of the film, negotiating with theaters, streaming services, and oth...
- DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act)U.S. legislation enacted in 1998 to address copyright issues that arise with the increased use of th...
- Document Management System (DMS)A system used to track, manage, and store documents and reduce paper in organizations. It is often u...
- Dolby AtmosAn audio format for creating and playing back multichannel movie soundtracks. It extends beyond the ...
- DollyA wheeled cart or similar device used in filmmaking to create smooth horizontal camera movements.
- Dolly GripOperates the camera dolly. This person usually performs precise camera movements during filming whil...
- Dolly ShotA shot in which the entire camera is mounted on a track and is moved towards or away from a subject ...
- DownconversionThe process of converting high-resolution video content to a lower resolution, which can be necessar...
- DownmixingConverting audio from a surround sound mix into a stereo or mono mix, ensuring that the audio still ...
- Drone GimbalA device that provides stability for a drone camera during flight, allowing for smoother footage and...
- DronesUnmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) equipped with cameras, allowing for high-angle shots and aerial phot...
- DropboxA file hosting service that offers cloud storage, file synchronization, personal cloud, and client s...
- DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex)A digital camera that uses a mirror mechanism to reflect light from the lens to the viewfinder or im...
- DubbingThe process of replacing the original dialogue in the film with a recorded translation or a differen...
- Dutch Angle (Dutch Tilt)A type of camera shot where the camera is set at an angle on its roll axis so that the shot is compo...
- Dynamic Ad Insertion (DAI)A technology that allows advertisers to swap out ad placements in streaming video content, allowing ...
- Dynamic CharacterA character who undergoes significant internal development, changes in personality, or changes in un...
- Dynamic MicrophoneA microphone known for its durability and ability to handle high sound pressure levels, commonly use...
- Dynamic RangeThe ratio between the largest and smallest values of a changeable quantity, such as in audio and ima...
- Dynamic Range CompressionReducing the volume of loud sounds or amplifying quiet sounds by compressing an audio signal's dynam...
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- E&O InsuranceCoverage that protects the production company from financial losses caused by accidents, injuries, o... (Errors and Omissions Insurance)
- Earned Value Management (EVM)A project management technique for measuring project performance and progress in an objective manner...
- Edge BlendingThe technique used in multi-projector setups where the edges of adjacent projectors' images overlap ...
- Edit Decision List (EDL)A list that specifies the edit points, transitions, and other elements of an edit, used traditionall...
- EditorResponsible for cutting and assembling the film footage, working closely with the director to ensure...
- ElectricianWorks under the gaffer to set up lighting and power distribution on set.
- Electronic Sell-Through (EST)A model of media distribution where consumers pay a one-time fee to download a piece of digital cont...
- Electronic Viewfinder (EVF)A small display screen on a digital camera that shows the same image that the lens sees, used as an ...
- Email MarketingThe act of sending a commercial message, typically to a group of people, using email. In its broades...
- End User License Agreement (EULA)A legal contract between a software application author or publisher and the user of that application...
- Engagement RateA metric that measures the level of engagement that a piece of created content is receiving from an ...
- EpicA large body of work that can be broken down into smaller tasks (stories), which can be completed ov...
- Epic User StoriesLarge bodies of work that can be broken down into smaller tasks (known as user stories) that are eas...
- EQ (Equalization)Adjusting the balance between frequency components in an audio signal, typically with an equalizer t...
- Equal Time RuleA regulation requiring U.S. radio and television broadcast stations to provide an equivalent opportu...
- Equalization (EQ)The process of adjusting the balance between frequency components within an electronic signal, used ...
- Equipment RentalThe process of obtaining necessary film equipment that the production doesn’t own, often from spec...
- Escrow AgreementAn arrangement in which an independent trusted third party holds an asset or funds before they are t...
- Establishing ShotA wide shot at the beginning of a scene indicating where, and sometimes when, the remainder of the s...
- Ethics CommitteeA body responsible for ensuring that moral standards of conduct are observed in an organization's op...
- Event MarketingCreating a themed exhibit or display to promote a product, service, cause, or organization leveragin...
- Exclusivity AgreementA contract where one party grants another party the exclusive right to buy, sell, or solicit goods o...
- Exclusivity ClauseA part of a contractual agreement involving media rights or services that restricts the parties from...
- ExpositionThe part of a story that introduces the background information necessary to understand the setting, ...
- ExposureThe amount of light per unit area reaching the electronic image sensor, as determined by shutter spe...
- External RecorderA device that allows high-quality recording of video externally from the camera, bypassing internal ...
- Extreme Close-up (ECU)A shot that is very tightly framed around a specific detail, such as a person’s eyes or an object,...
- Eye LightA small light source aimed toward the subject’s eyes to add sparkle and life, often used in close-...
- Eye-Level ShotA shot that captures the subject from the level of their eyes, creating a straightforward and neutra...
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- Fade-In/Fade-OutA transitional technique used to slowly emerge from a black screen (fade-in) or gradually transition...
- Fair DealingA legal doctrine found in several legal systems (such as Canada and the UK) that outlines the permis...
- Fair UseA legal doctrine that promotes freedom of expression by allowing the unlicensed use of copyright-pro...
- Fairness DoctrineA former policy of the United States Federal Communications Commission that required the holders of ...
- Fast MotionVideo content that is sped up, filmed at a lower frame rate or manipulated digitally, often used for...
- Feature CreepThe excessive expansion or addition of new features in a product, which can cause delays and complic...
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC)An independent agency of the United States government that regulates interstate and international co...
- FeedbackThe high-pitched squeal heard when a mic picks up sound from a speaker connected to it and re-amplif...
- Field MixerA portable audio mixer used for mixing sound in field productions. It is rugged and battery-powered ...
- Field RecorderA portable audio recorder used for recording sound outside of a studio environment, particularly use...
- File SharingThe practice of distributing or providing access to digital media, such as documents, graphics, comp...
- Fill CardA board or other reflective surface used to bounce light into a scene or onto a subject to fill in s...
- Fill LightA softer light used to reduce the harshness of the shadows created by the key light, placed on the o...
- Film EditorResponsible for assembling the various shots into a coherent film, working closely with the director...
- Film EmulationDigital techniques that mimic the color, saturation, contrast, and grain of traditional film to give...
- FilterTransparent optical elements added to the lens to affect the light reaching the camera sensor, used ...
- Final CutThe last version of the film after all editing decisions have been made, ready for rendering and fin...
- Final Cut ProA professional non-linear video editing software application developed by Apple Inc., noted for its ...
- Final DraftA premier scriptwriting software that automatically formats scripts to industry standards, widely us...
- First Assistant Director (1st AD)Manages the shooting schedule, coordinates all on-set activities, assists the director during filmin...
- FL StudioA digital audio workstation featuring a graphical user interface based on a pattern-based music sequ...
- FlagA piece of equipment made of fabric stretched over a frame that is placed between a light source and...
- Flash-forwardA scene that temporarily takes the narrative forward in time from the current point of the story.
- FlashbackA scene set in a time earlier than the main story, used to provide background information about char...
- FloodlightA broad, high-intensity light that covers a large area with an even illumination.
- Fluid SimulationA type of simulation within computer graphics used to create realistic animations of liquids like wa...
- FocusAdjusting the camera lens to make the subject clear and sharp in the image.
- Focus PullerA camera crew member responsible for maintaining the camera focus on the subject or action as dictat...
- FoleyThe reproduction of everyday sound effects that are added to film, video, and other media in post-pr...
- Foley ArtistCreates and records sound effects for the film, adding these sounds to the film's soundtrack to enha...
- Foley SoundThe reproduction of everyday sound effects added to films in post-production to enhance audio qualit...
- Follow FocusA focus control mechanism used in filmmaking with film and digital cameras to simplify the process o...
- Force Majeure ClauseA provision in a contract that frees both parties from liability or obligation when an extraordinary...
- ForeshadowingThe use of indicative words or phrases and hints that set the stage for a story to unfold and give c...
- Fourth WallA performance convention in which an invisible, imagined wall separates actors from the audience. Br...
- Frame RateThe frequency (rate) at which consecutive images called frames appear on a display. Common frame rat...
- FramingThe technique of positioning the camera to compose a shot, determining what is included or excluded ...
- Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)A law that allows for the full or partial disclosure of previously unreleased information and docume...
- Freemium ModelA business model where the basic services are provided free of charge while more advanced features m...
- Freeze FrameA technique where a single frame is repeated to make time seem frozen. It is used to emphasize a par...
- FusionA powerful VFX software by Blackmagic Design, known for its robust node-based interface. It combines...
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- GafferThe head electrician, responsible for the execution of the lighting plan for a production. The gaffe...
- GainThe level of amplification applied to an audio signal, important for achieving the desired volume wi...
- Gamma CorrectionAdjusting the luminance of an image to optimize the use of bits when encoding an image, or to corres...
- Gantt ChartA type of bar chart that illustrates a project schedule. Gantt charts demonstrate the start and fini...
- GelA transparent colored material used over a light source to color light and create mood or correct co...
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)A regulation in EU law on data protection and privacy in the European Union and the European Economi...
- GenreThe category of the story based on its narrative elements and style, such as drama, horror, or comed...
- Geo-blockingThe practice of restricting access to content based upon the user's geographical location, commonly ...
- Geo-targetingThe method of determining the geolocation of a website visitor and delivering different content to t...
- GimbalA pivoted support that allows the rotation of an object (like a camera) on a single axis. Used exten...
- Global Illumination (GI)A group of algorithms used in 3D computer graphics that are designed to add more realistic lighting ...
- GoboA stencil or template placed inside or in front of a light source to control the shape of the emitte...
- Google WorkspaceA collection of cloud computing, productivity, and collaboration tools, software, and products devel...
- GrainThe visual texture often added to digital video that emulates the appearance of film grain. It can a...
- Grain AdditionAdding simulated film grain to digital footage to create a textured, organic feel or to match digita...
- Green LightA term used when a project receives formal approval to move forward into production from the financi...
- Green ScreenA green backdrop used in chroma key photography to allow for a more straightforward compositing by k...
- GreenwashingDisinformation disseminated by an organization so as to present an environmentally responsible publi...
- Grids and CookiesTools used to modify the quality and direction of light; grids control the spread of light while coo...
- GripBuilds and maintains all the equipment that supports cameras, which includes tripods, dollies, track...
- Guild AgreementsContracts that adhere to the rules and regulations set by professional guilds such as the Screen Act...
- Guild ContractsAgreements that are negotiated by unions representing various artists and crew in the entertainment ...
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- H.264/AVCA block-oriented motion-compensation-based video compression standard that is currently one of the m...
- Hair StylistWorks with the make-up artist to style actors’ hair to match the period and style of the film.
- HairdresserResponsible for designing and styling the hair of actors to suit the characters they portray, mainta...
- HalationAn effect typically seen in film photography where a bright light source causes a glowing effect aro...
- Handheld RigA framework or harness that allows a cinematographer to support the camera with their body, reducing...
- Handheld ShotA shot taken with a hand-held camera or camera-equipped device, often deliberately shaky to evoke re...
- Hard LightA type of lighting that casts strong, well-defined shadows, typically achieved by focusing a bright ...
- HDRHigh Dynamic Range video technology that offers higher contrast, greater brightness levels, and a wi...
- HDR (High Dynamic Range) ImagingTechniques that allow a greater dynamic range of exposures (i.e., a larger difference between light ...
- HDR GradingHigh Dynamic Range grading involves working with images that contain more luminance and color data t...
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)U.S. legislation that provides data privacy and security provisions for safeguarding medical informa...
- HEVC (H.265)High Efficiency Video Coding, a standard for video compression that offers double the data compressi...
- High Angle ShotA shot in which the camera is positioned above; this angle helps to depict the vulnerability or smal...
- High ConceptA narrative element that is easy to pitch and offers a unique idea that grabs the viewer's attention...
- High Key LightingA lighting style that uses relatively low contrast between light and dark, often used in comedies an...
- Highlight and Shadow RecoveryTechniques used in color grading to restore detail in the highlights and shadows, which might otherw...
- Highlight RecoveryA technique used in color grading to restore detail in overexposed areas of the image, pulling visib...
- HitFilmA video editing and visual effects software that offers both a free and a paid "Pro" version, known ...
- Host LiabilityLegal responsibility of a host, publisher, or facilitator regarding the content shared, published, o...
- Hot ShoeA mounting point on the top of a camera to attach a flash unit and other accessories.
- HoudiniAdvanced 3D animation software developed by SideFX, known for its procedural generation capabilities...
- HueThe degree to which a stimulus can be described as similar to or different from stimuli that are des...
- Hue ShiftChanging the hue of an entire image or portions of an image to alter the color or mood of the scene,...
- Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV)An industry standard that provides an open platform for broadcasters to deliver a combination of bro...
- Hybrid VODA video distribution service that combines traditional video on demand with additional streaming or ...
- HyperlapseSimilar to time-lapse but involves the camera moving over considerable distances, combined with trad...
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- Image PlateA still image or video footage that is composited with live action footage. These are often backgrou...
- ImpedanceA measure of the resistance a device has to an alternating current, important in audio as mismatched...
- Incident LightLight that falls directly from a source onto a subject, as opposed to reflected light.
- Inciting IncidentThe event that sets the main plot of the story in motion.
- Incremental DeliveryDelivering work in small, usable segments instead of all at once, commonly used in Agile to graduall...
- Indemnity AgreementA contract that transfers risk between two contractual parties, generally to protect one party from ...
- InDesignAdobe InDesign is a desktop publishing and typesetting software application produced by Adobe System...
- Influencer MarketingThe practice of engaging and partnering with individuals who have a significant online following and...
- Influencer OutreachThe practice of building relationships with individuals who have influence over potential buyers and...
- Information RadiatorA large, visible physical display used in agile teams to show critical project information such as s...
- Infrared PhotographyPhotography that uses film or sensors sensitive to infrared light. The resulting images offer a view...
- InfringementThe violation of an exclusive right granted by law to the copyright holder, often resulting in legal...
- Injunctive ReliefA court-ordered act or prohibition against certain actions that might cause irreparable harm or viol...
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- Insert CableA Y-cable with a stereo ¼" plug on one end (usually connected to a mixer) and two mono ¼" plugs on...
- Insert EditA type of edit where a new clip or shot is inserted into a sequence without affecting the rest of th...
- Insert ShotA close-up shot of something small, like an object or a detail in a scene, that needs emphasis or mi...
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- Intellectual Property (IP)Legal rights that result from intellectual activity in the industrial, scientific, literary, and art...
- Intellectual Property InfringementUnauthorized use of intellectual property rights (copyright, trademark, patent, or trade secret) wit...
- Intellectual Property Law (IP Law)Laws that deal with the rules for securing and enforcing legal rights to inventions, designs, and ar...
- Interchangeable LensesLenses that can be detached from and attached to the body of a camera, allowing photographers and vi...
- Interlaced VideoA technique for doubling the perceived frame rate of a video display without consuming extra bandwid...
- InterpolationIn video, the process of estimating intermediate frames between two images to give the appearance th...
- Intimacy CoordinatorEnsures the well-being of actors during scenes of intimacy, ensuring that these scenes are performed...
- Invisible CutA type of cut in film editing that aims to hide the fact that a cut has occurred. This is typically ...
- IPTV (Internet Protocol Television)A system through which television services are delivered using the internet protocol suite over a pa...
- ISO ImageAn archive file from an optical disc, typically a DVD or Blu-ray disc, that contains all the data wr...
- ISO Noise ReductionA process in post-production that reduces the noise created by higher ISO settings in digital camera...
- ISO SensitivityA camera setting that will brighten or darken a photo. As you increase the ISO number, you increase ...
- Isolated TrackAn audio track that contains one specific type of audio data, such as dialogue, music, or sound effe...
- Isolation BoothA soundproofed room designed to prevent external noise from entering, used for recording vocals and ...
- IterationA single development cycle within Agile project management, which usually lasts for one to four week...
- Iterative DevelopmentA method of developing the project through repeated cycles (iterative) and smaller portions at a tim...
- Iterative FeedbackRegular feedback cycles used in agile methodologies to ensure that what is being created meets the u...
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- J-CutThe opposite of an L-cut, where the audio from the next scene starts before the image changes, prepa...
- Jib ArmA mechanical arm on which a camera is mounted that allows for dynamic movements up, down, or sideway...
- Jib CraneA device used in filmmaking and video production to provide a sweeping, crane-like movement for a ca...
- Joint Venture AgreementA contract between two or more parties who agree to combine resources for the purpose of accomplishi...
- Jump CutA cut in editing where sequential shots of the same subject are taken from camera positions that var...
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- Kanban BoardA project management tool designed to help visualize work, limit work-in-progress, and maximize flow...
- Kanban MethodologyA visual framework used to implement Agile that helps teams visualize their workflow, limit work-in-...
- Key GripThe chief grip on a set, in charge of camera movement, rigging, and other crucial physical aspects t...
- Key LightThe primary source of light in a scene. This is the first light usually set up during a shoot and de...
- Key to Fill RatioThe ratio of the intensity of the key light to the fill light, determining the contrast of the scene...
- Keyframe AnimationThe process of creating movement in objects by specifying key points at which the motion changes rat...
- KeyingThe process of isolating a single color within an image and making that color transparent to reveal ...
- Kicker LightA light placed at a low angle and behind a subject to provide a small highlight along the edge of th...
- KPI (Key Performance Indicator)A measurable value that demonstrates how effectively a company is achieving key business objectives,...
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- L-CutAn editing technique in which the audio from a preceding scene overlaps the picture from the subsequ...
- Landing PageA standalone web page created specifically for a marketing or advertising campaign. It’s where a v...
- Lavalier MicrophoneA small microphone that can be discreetly clipped onto the speaker's clothing, often used in televis...
- Lead TimeIn Agile, the amount of time it takes to complete a process from start to finish. This includes the ...
- Lean ProductionA practice related to agile methodologies focusing on minimizing waste within manufacturing systems ...
- Lean Project ManagementAn approach focused on delivering value with less waste and reduced time by applying lean principles...
- LED LightsEnergy-efficient and heat-reducing lighting options that provide adjustable brightness and color tem...
- Legal CounselAdvises the production on legal matters, including contracts, intellectual property rights, and comp...
- Legalize ColorsAdjusting the color and luminance levels in video footage to ensure that they meet broadcast standar...
- LetterboxA method of fitting a widescreen film image into a narrower screen by displaying black bars above an...
- LevelsVarious settings for audio amplitude in recording and playback, crucial for ensuring all elements of...
- LFE Channel (Low-Frequency Effects)A channel dedicated exclusively to the lowest frequencies in a surround sound setup, typically used ...
- Libel and SlanderLegal terms for written (libel) or spoken (slander) defamatory statements that damage a person's rep...
- Licensing AgreementA legal document between two parties—the licensor and licensee—in which the licensor grants the ...
- LienA right to keep possession of property belonging to another person until a debt owed by that person ...
- Lifestyle MarketingA marketing technique where products are marketed in a way that appeals to a consumer's ideals, aspi...
- Lift-Gamma-GainThe three controls in many color grading systems that adjust the shadows, midtones, and highlights o...
- Light Field CaptureA photographic technique that captures information about the light field emanating from a scene; tha...
- Light MeterA device used to measure the amount of light in a scene to set exposure correctly.
- Light StandA portable, collapsible stand specifically designed to hold lights and other lighting equipment at a...
- Lighting ConsistencyThe practice of ensuring the green screen is evenly lit to facilitate easier and more accurate keyin...
- LightworksKnown for its historical use on major Hollywood movies, Lightworks is a non-linear editing system fo...
- Limitation of Liability ClauseA clause in a contract that restricts the amount and types of damages one party can recover from the...
- LimiterAn audio processing tool that restricts the maximum output level of a signal, ensuring the audio doe...
- Line ProducerManages the budget of a film, ensuring that every aspect of the production runs smoothly from a fina...
- Linear EditingAn editing technique used in film production where footage is edited in sequence from start to finis...
- Linear TVTraditional television service in which the programming schedule is controlled by the broadcaster, a...
- Live StreamingBroadcasting live video to an audience over the internet, which can be viewed as it is being recorde...
- Live Streaming HardwareEquipment like encoders and capture cards that convert video input into a digital format for distrib...
- Location AgreementA legal contract that grants the production team the right to use a location for filming.
- Location ManagerResponsible for finding and securing locations for the film shoot, and managing all aspects related ...
- Location ReleaseA legal agreement that grants a production company the right to film on private property, specifying...
- Location ScoutResponsible for finding and securing locations to be used for the film shoot, often taking the scrip...
- Location ScoutingThe process of finding and securing places to film that match the script’s setting and contribute ...
- Locked-Off ShotA static shot where the camera is literally locked off on a tripod, ensuring no movement at all, oft...
- Logarithmic (Log) GradingA method of color grading that involves working with images that have been encoded in a log format f...
- Logic ProA digital audio workstation and MIDI sequencer software application for the macOS platform. It is kn...
- LoglineA brief summary of a script or film, typically one sentence, capturing the essence of the story and ...
- Long Take (One-shot take)A continuous shot in film which lasts much longer than the conventional editing pace either of the f...
- Lookalike AudiencesIn digital advertising, a way to reach new people who are likely to be interested in your business b...
- Lookup Cube (3DLUT)A 3D LUT provides more detailed control over color transformation, offering a cube grid to map input...
- Loop GroupA group of actors who record background dialogue for crowd scenes or other background noises to add ...
- LoopingRepeating a segment of sound or a video clip where the end reconnects seamlessly with the beginning,...
- Low Angle ShotA shot where the camera is positioned below the subject, making them appear larger, more imposing, o...
- Low Key LightingA lighting technique that produces stark light contrasts and deep shadows, often used in thrillers a...
- LUT (Look-Up Table)A predefined table used to translate specific input colors into output colors, serving as a referenc...
- LUT PreviewThe ability to preview how a specific Look-Up Table will affect a video or image within color gradin...
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- MacGuffinAn object, event, or character in a film that serves to set and keep the plot in motion despite usua...
- Make-up ArtistApplies makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of the role. They may also ap...
- Market SegmentationThe process of dividing a target market into smaller, more defined categories. It segments customers...
- Marketing DirectorDevelops and oversees the marketing and promotional strategies for the film, ensuring it reaches its...
- Master ShotA continuous shot of an entire scene, from start to finish, that captures every action and dialogue....
- Master Use LicenseThis license is required for pre-recorded music to be used in a visual or audio project, granting ri...
- MasteringThe final step in audio post-production which involves the preparation and transfer of the audio fro...
- Match CutA cut that juxtaposes two visually similar shots or scenes, which can establish continuity in a narr...
- Match-on-ActionA continuity editing technique that cuts from one shot to another view while maintaining continuous ...
- MatchmovingA technique that allows the insertion of computer graphics into live-action footage with correct pos...
- Matte BoxA device attached to the end of a camera lens to block the sun or other light sources to prevent gla...
- Matte PaintingA painted representation of a landscape, set, or distant location that allows filmmakers to create t...
- MayaA powerful software developed by Autodesk that provides a comprehensive suite of tools for 3D animat...
- Mechanical LicenseA license issued by a composer or publisher that allows the licensee to record and distribute the mu...
- Media AggregatorA service that compiles and presents content from different sources in one location for easy viewing...
- Media CensorshipThe suppression of speech, public communication, or other information which may be considered object...
- Media ComplianceAdherence to laws and regulations that govern broadcasting and distribution, including content restr...
- Media RegulationThe control or guidance of mass media by governments and other bodies, which can encompass everythin...
- Mediation ClauseA provision in a contract that requires the parties to attempt to resolve disputes through mediation...
- Medium Shot (MS)A shot framing a subject from a medium distance, typically waist up, balancing detail and context.
- Memory CardsRemovable electronic data storage devices used for storing digital information, typically used in ca...
- Merchandising AgreementA contract that allows one party the rights to use trademarked property from another party on mercha...
- MetadataData that provides information about other data, such as the author, date created, and location and ...
- Microsoft TeamsA platform part of the Microsoft 365 family of products, which features workspace chat, videoconfere...
- MidtonesThe range of tones in an image which are neither very dark (shadows) nor very bright (highlights), c...
- Milestone TrackerA tool or document used to identify, track, and manage significant points in a project that signify ...
- Minimum Viable Product (MVP)The version of a new product which allows a team to collect the maximum amount of validated learning...
- Mirrorless CameraA type of camera that uses an electronic viewfinder or no viewfinder instead of the through-the-lens...
- Mise-en-scèneEverything that appears before the camera and its arrangement—composition, sets, props, actors, co...
- Mobile MarketingMarketing activities designed specifically for delivery to cell phones, smartphones, and other handh...
- Mocha ProA planar tracking software used for visual effects and post-production, such as object removal, 3D t...
- Monetary DamagesFinancial compensation imposed by law to be paid to a person as restitution for loss or injury cause...
- MonitorExternal screens that allow camera operators and directors to view the shot clearly.
- Monitor HeadphonesHeadphones that allow sound engineers to listen closely to audio being recorded or edited, crucial f...
- Mono SoundAudio recording using one microphone and producing sound that emanates from one position, usually ce...
- MontageA series of shots edited together to condense space, time, and information, often used to show the p...
- Moonlight EffectA lighting technique that simulates the natural light of the moon, typically characterized by a soft...
- Moral RightsRights of creators of copyrighted works to protect the personal and reputational value of a work aga...
- Moral Rights ClauseA stipulation within a contract that covers the treatment of an author's personal rights to attribut...
- MorphingA special effect in motion pictures and animations that changes (or morphs) one image or shape into ...
- MotifA recurring element in a story that has symbolic significance and contributes to the development of ...
- Motion BlurA visual effect that uses blurring to convey a sense of motion. In VFX, it's applied to objects movi...
- Motion Capture (MoCap)The process of recording the movement of objects or people, using this data to animate digital chara...
- Motivated LightLighting that mimics light sources that would naturally occur within the scene’s environment, such...
- MPEG-DASHDynamic Adaptive Streaming over HTTP (DASH), a streaming technique that enables high quality streami...
- Multi-CDN StrategyThe practice of using multiple Content Delivery Networks to distribute and deliver content to end-us...
- Multi-platform DistributionThe process of releasing content across multiple broadcasting and streaming platforms, including tel...
- Multi-track RecordingThe process of recording multiple sound sources separately and simultaneously on individual tracks f...
- Multichannel Video Programming Distributor (MVPD)A service provider that delivers multiple television channels, such as cable or satellite TV compani...
- Music LicensingThe process that allows the owner of a piece of music to authorize other parties to use it in their ...
- Music Licensing AgreementA contract that allows one party (the licensee) to use a piece of music that is owned by another par...
- Music Publishing AgreementA contract between artists and music publishers where the artist agrees to let the publisher promote...
- Music SupervisorSelects and secures the rights to songs and music used in the film, working with composers and edito...
- Mute/Solo FunctionsControls in an audio mixer or DAW that allow the engineer to isolate certain tracks (solo) or exclud...
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- Narrative ConsultantAdvises on the storytelling and structure of the script, ensuring the narrative is clear, compelling...
- Narrative HookAn opening to a story that grabs the viewer's attention and makes them want to watch more.
- Narrative StructureThe organized framework or arrangement of events and scenes that form a story in a script.
- Native AdvertisingA type of advertising, usually online but feasibly elsewhere, that matches the form and function of ...
- Natural LightLight from the sun, not controlled and can vary depending on the time of day, weather, and location....
- Natural Lighting (Available Light)Utilizing the light naturally available in a scene, without artificial light sources, often for enha...
- ND Filters (Neutral Density Filters)Filters that reduce or modify the intensity of all wavelengths, or colors, of light equally, allowin...
- Near Video on Demand (NVOD)A pay-per-view consumer video technique used by multi-channel broadcasters using high-bandwidth dist...
- Negative FillBlocking ambient or reflected light from a scene to increase contrast or emphasize shadows, often us...
- Net NeutralityThe principle that Internet service providers should enable access to all content and applications r...
- Net Profit ParticipationA clause in contracts, especially in the entertainment industry, where a participant receives a perc...
- Network DVR (nDVR)A DVR service where the recording and playback functionalities reside and are executed on a network ...
- NeuromarketingThe study of how people's brains respond to advertising and other brand-related messages by scientif...
- Neutral Density (ND) Filter EffectA digital effect applied in post-production to emulate the use of ND filters, which reduce the inten...
- No Compete ClauseA clause used in contracts to prevent a party from entering into or starting a similar profession or...
- NoiseVisual distortion or grain in a video image, generally caused by low light levels or a high ISO sett...
- Noise FloorThe level of background noise in a recording setting or the lowest level of detectability by an audi...
- Noise GatesA dynamic audio processing tool that remains closed until an audio signal reaches a set threshold le...
- Noise ReductionThe process used in audio post-production to reduce background noise, hiss, or hum for a cleaner sou...
- Non-Compete AgreementA contract where one party agrees not to enter into or start a similar profession or trade in compet...
- Non-Diegetic SoundSounds that do not originate from the film world and thus, are only heard by the movie's audience, l...
- Non-disclosure Agreement (NDA)A legal contract establishing a confidential relationship, stipulating that information disclosed wi...
- Non-linear Editing (NLE)A method of editing digital video or audio segments in any order, allowing for more flexibility and ...
- Normal MappingA technique used for faking the lighting of bumps and dents in textures of 3D models. It is used to ...
- NormalizationThe process of adjusting the amplitude of an audio recording to a target level to ensure consistency...
- NTSC (National Television System Committee)An analog television color system that was used mainly in North America, parts of South America, Bur...
- NukeA professional digital compositing application by The Foundry used in film and television post-produ...
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- Objective CameraThe camera acts as a neutral observer, not aligning with any character's perspective, presenting eve...
- Obscenity LawLaws that govern the censorship of content that is considered obscene and not protected by free spee...
- Octane RenderA real-time, physically correct 3D rendering engine developed by OTOY. It is used for creating high-...
- Omni-Channel MarketingA multichannel approach to sales that seeks to provide customers with a seamless shopping experience...
- Omni-directional MicrophoneA type of microphone that picks up sound equally from all directions, used when the sound source mov...
- On-camera MonitorA small monitor that mounts on top of a camera or on a rig for better viewing of what the camera is ...
- Oners (One-Shot Sequence)A long take that involves a complex, choreographed series of movements within a single continuous sh...
- Online Behavioral Advertising (OBA)The practice of collecting information about a user's online activity over time, on one or several w...
- Operational EfficiencyThe capability to deliver products or services in the most cost-effective manner possible while ensu...
- Optical ZoomA true zoom lens, also called parfocal lens, maintains focus when its focal length changes, differin...
- Option AgreementIn film and television, a contractual agreement between a potential film producer (such as a film st...
- Orphan WorksCopyrighted works for which the copyright owners are difficult or impossible to identify or locate, ...
- OTT (Over-the-Top)Content providers that distribute streaming media as a standalone product directly to viewers over t...
- OutlineA detailed, organized document that lays out the scenes and major events in a screenplay.
- OutputThe final processed version of the audio or video product ready for distribution.
- Over-the-Shoulder Shot (OTS)A shot taken from behind a person looking at the scene over their shoulder, commonly used in dialogu...
- OverdubbingThe process of recording an additional part onto an existing recording to enhance the sound or add n...
- Overhead ShotA shot taken from directly overhead at a very high angle, similar to bird's eye view but typically c...
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- PacingThe speed at which a story progresses, which affects how quickly the story events unfold and are res...
- PAL (Phase Alternating Line)A color encoding system for analog television used in large parts of the world outside of North Amer...
- PanA horizontal camera movement where the camera turns on a fixed head. It is used to follow a moving s...
- Pan-and-ScanA method of adjusting widescreen film images so that they can be shown within the proportions of a s...
- PanningThe distribution of sound signal into a stereo or surround field; used to create the impression of m...
- Parabolic LightA light modifier that uses a parabolic reflector to direct light into a parallel beam, used for crea...
- Parabolic MicrophoneA microphone that uses a parabolic reflector to collect and focus sound waves onto a receiver, allow...
- Parallel PlotA secondary storyline that reinforces or contrasts with the main plot, often intersecting with it at...
- Parental AdvisoryA warning label introduced by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) to alert parents ...
- Particle EffectsVisual effects that use small particles to simulate certain kinds of fuzzy phenomena, such as explos...
- PatentA form of intellectual property that gives its owner the legal right to exclude others from making, ...
- Pay-per-click (PPC)A model of internet marketing in which advertisers pay a fee each time one of their ads is clicked. ...
- Pay-Per-View (PPV)A type of pay television service by which a subscriber of a television service provider can purchase...
- PaywallA system that prevents internet users from accessing webpage content without a paid subscription. Co...
- Peak MeterA device or software feature that displays the highest level of the audio signal to help prevent cli...
- Peak NormalizationAdjusting the audio signal to ensure the highest peak is at a specific level, usually used to match ...
- Performance ContractAn agreement between a performer and a venue that outlines the terms of engagement, including compen...
- Performance RightsThe rights to perform music in public. Collecting societies manage performance rights and collect ro...
- PermitsOfficial documents required to authorize the film crew to shoot in specific locations, especially pu...
- PERT Chart (Program Evaluation Review Technique)A project management tool used to schedule, organize, and coordinate tasks within a project. It offe...
- Phantom PowerA method of transmitting DC electric power through microphone cables to operate microphones that con...
- PillarboxThe practice of displaying black bars on the sides of a visual image, typically when a 4:3 image is ...
- Pinnacle StudioVideo editing software with capabilities for HD and 3D editing. Boasting features like timeline-base...
- PitchA verbal or written presentation of a story idea to potential producers or investors.
- Pitch ShiftingAltering the pitch of an audio signal without affecting its tempo, used creatively to modify voices ...
- Pixel Aspect RatioThe ratio describing how the width of a pixel in a digital image compares to the height of that pixe...
- Place-ShiftingAllowing access to a service from a remote location while away from the primary location (home), suc...
- PlagiarismThe act of using someone else's work or ideas without proper attribution or permission, typically co...
- PlateA background shot, usually a landscape or an empty scene, used later to layer over VFX or CGI.
- Plate ShotA shot without any actors, used as a background for VFX to add visual effects or integrate CGI eleme...
- PlayoutThe transmission of radio or TV channels from the broadcaster into broadcast networks that delivers ...
- Plot PointsEvents that turn the narrative in a new direction, pushing the story toward its conclusion.
- PodcastingA form of audio broadcasting on the internet, which involves downloading digital audio files typical...
- Point of View (POV)The perspective from which a story is narrated, which can be first person, second person, or third p...
- Point of View Shot (POV)A short film scene that shows what a character (the subject) is looking at, represented through the ...
- Poker Planning (Planning Poker)An agile estimating and planning technique that uses consensus to estimate tasks. Team members make ...
- Polarizing FiltersOptical filters that let light waves of a specific polarization pass through while blocking light wa...
- Pop FilterA screen placed in front of a microphone to reduce or eliminate popping sounds caused by fast-moving...
- Portfolio ManagementThe centralized management of one or more project portfolios to achieve strategic objectives.
- PoserA 3D computer graphics program optimized for 3D modeling of human figures. It is used by artists, il...
- Post-Production SupervisorManages the post-production process, collaborating with the director to achieve the desired final pr...
- PosterA large printed promotional image used to advertise a movie, typically featuring graphic artwork, th...
- Practical EffectsTechniques where the effects are physically done on set during filming. This includes the use of mec...
- Practical LightAny visible light source within the scene itself that provides illumination for the scene, such as l...
- Pre-Visualization (Previs)The visualizing of complex scenes in a movie before filming, which includes the use of digital techn...
- Press KitA package or collection of promotional materials provided to members of the media to brief them abou...
- Press ReleaseA written communication directed at members of the news media for the purpose of announcing somethin...
- Primary Color CorrectionAdjusting the intensity of red, green, and blue channels in an image. This affects the whole image g...
- PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments)A process-based method for effective project management, widely recognized and used, particularly in...
- Privacy LawsLaws designed to protect the personal information of individuals, ensuring that data is collected, s...
- Privacy PolicyA statement or a legal document that discloses some or all of the ways a party gathers, uses, disclo...
- Privacy RightsThe rights of individuals to control the collection, use, and dissemination of personal information ...
- Pro ToolsA digital audio workstation developed and released by Avid Technology which is widely used for sound...
- ProducerA key managerial role in film production, responsible for overseeing the production from start to fi...
- Product BacklogA prioritized list of tasks and requirements that the final product needs. In video production, this...
- Product LiabilityThe area of law in which manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, retailers, and others who make prod...
- Product OwnerA role in scrum responsible for defining the features of the product and deciding on release date an...
- Product PlacementAn advertising technique used by companies to subtly promote their products through a non-traditiona...
- Product Placement AgreementA contract between producers and marketers to place commercial products in movies, television shows,...
- Production AccountantA specialist who manages the finances and financial records during film production, ensuring that th...
- Production AgreementA contract that outlines the rights and responsibilities of each party involved in the production of...
- Production Assistant (PA)Handles various administrative and clerical tasks on set, providing support to higher-level staff an...
- Production BoardA visual representation (often a chart) of the shooting schedule, arranging scenes in the order they...
- Production CoordinatorA member of the production team responsible for organizing various logistical aspects, from hiring c...
- Production DesignerA person who creates the visual conception of the film, working closely with the director and produc...
- Production ManagerOversees the physical aspects of the production including personnel, technology, budget, and schedul...
- Production MeetingA gathering of key production staff and department heads to discuss details, progress, and issues re...
- Production ScheduleA detailed timetable for the shooting phase of a production, outlining when and where each scene wil...
- Program ManagementThe process of managing several related projects, often with the intention of improving an organizat...
- Programmatic AdvertisingAutomated buying and selling of online advertising, targeting audiences using data to decide which a...
- Progressive ScanA way of displaying, storing, or transmitting moving images in which all the lines of each frame are...
- Project CharterA statement of the scope, objectives, and participants in a project. It provides a preliminary delin...
- Project GovernanceThe framework, functions, and processes that guide project management activities to ensure the proje...
- Project Management Software (PMS)A type of software designed to help project managers and teams manage work and meet project requirem...
- Project Portfolio DashboardA management tool used to monitor key performance indicators for managing a portfolio of projects.
- Prop MasterResponsible for purchasing, acquiring, manufacturing, properly placing, and/or overseeing any props ...
- Property MasterThe person in charge of finding and managing all the props that appear in the film. They work closel...
- PropsItems used on screen to enhance a character's role or to contribute to the setting.
- ProtagonistThe main character in a story, typically who faces the central conflict.
- Proxy EditingUsing lower resolution versions of video for editing to reduce the demand on editing hardware, with ...
- Public Access TVTelevision programming created and broadcast by non-professional content creators and made available...
- Public DomainThe status of a creative work that has no exclusive intellectual property rights applied to it, eith...
- Pull FocusSimilar to rack focus, where the focus is smoothly adjusted from one subject to another to guide the...
- Pull SystemA method used in production processes that is initiated by demand for the product, where work is pul...
- Pull-out Shot (Pull Back, Withdraw)Opposite of a push-in, the camera moves back from the subject to reveal a broader context and is oft...
- Push-in ShotA shot in which the camera physically moves toward a subject, often used to create a feeling of inte...
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- RACI Chart (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed)A diagram that describes the participation by various roles in completing tasks or deliverables for ...
- Rack FocusA dramatic change in focus from one subject to another within the same shot to direct the audience...
- RAW FormatA file format that captures all image data recorded by the sensor when you take a photo. Because no ...
- Ray TracingA rendering technique for generating an image by tracing the path of light through pixels in an imag...
- Re-recording MixerA sound engineer who mixes audio elements during post-production to finalize the soundtrack that acc...
- Reaction ShotA shot which cuts away from the main scene in order to show the reaction of a character to it. This ...
- Read-throughA complete reading of a script spoken by the actors who have been cast, to identify any issues with ...
- Rec. 709A standard that defines the format of high-definition television, with specific ranges for aspect ra...
- Recce (Reconnaissance)Informal term for a pre-shoot visit to a location to explore its suitability for filming.
- Recoupment ClauseA provision in many entertainment contracts that specifies that certain expenses must be paid back t...
- Red Giant Magic Bullet SuiteA set of plugins for color correction, finishing, and film looks for filmmakers. It includes tools t...
- Reflectance MapAn image or texture that dictates how different parts of a surface reflect light, used to simulate c...
- ReflectorA surface used to reflect light towards a subject or scene, often used to fill in shadows and balanc...
- RehearsalPractice sessions where actors run through their scenes to refine dialogue delivery and blocking.
- Release FormA legal document in which one party waives their right to sue the other party following an activity ...
- Release PlanningA process in Agile project management used to plan the release of a product, ensuring that the relea...
- RemarketingA marketing technique that involves showing targeted ads to people who have already visited or taken...
- Render FarmA high-performance computer system, specifically designed for rendering computer-generated imagery, ...
- RenderingThe process of generating an image from a model by means of computer programs, focusing on textures,...
- Residuals ClauseStipulates payments made to actors, directors, and writers when a film or TV show is released in sec...
- ResolutionThe unfolding or solution of a complicated issue in a story.
- Resource AllocationThe process of assigning and managing assets in a manner that supports an organization's strategic g...
- Resource ManagementThe efficient and effective deployment of an organization's resources when they are needed. These re...
- Retargeting/RemarketingTechnologies that show ads to users who have visited your website or used your app, aimed at re-enga...
- Retrospective MeetingA meeting held at the end of each sprint or iteration to discuss what went well, what could be impro...
- ReverbAn effect that simulates the sound being reflected in a physical space, adding depth and ambiance to...
- Reverse Angle ShotA shot taken from the opposite side of a previously viewed angle, typically used in conversation to ...
- Rhino 3DA 3D computer graphics and computer-aided design (CAD) application, used primarily in architectural ...
- RiderAn addition to a contract that specifies additional terms, clauses, or conditions not included in th...
- RigA setup or assembly of equipment used in filmmaking to mount cameras and other equipment, often cust...
- Right to PublicityThe right of an individual to control the commercial use of his or her name, image, likeness, or oth...
- Ring LightA circular light that fits around a camera lens or the camera itself, providing even illumination wi...
- Rising ActionThe series of events that build toward the point of greatest interest in a screenplay.
- Risk AssessmentThe process of identifying safety hazards and implementing measures to manage potential risks during...
- Risk ManagementThe process of identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk factors throughout the life of a proje...
- Room ToneThe sound present in a room, or at a location, before any action takes place, captured to allow for ...
- RotoscopingA technique where animators trace over motion picture footage, frame by frame, to produce realistic ...
- Rough CutThe first version of a movie after preliminary editing, which includes all the scenes assembled in o...
- RoyaltiesPayments made by one party (the licensee) to another (the licensor) for the ongoing use of an asset,...
- Royalty AgreementA document specifying how royalties are to be paid to an individual or organization, often used in a...
- Royalty AuditAn examination of records or financial accounts to verify that royalty payments made under the terms...
- Royalty-FreeLicensing method where the licensee pays a one-time fee to use the music, artwork, or information wi...
- Russian ArmA motorized camera crane mounted on a vehicle, allowing for smooth and dynamic shots of moving subje...
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- Safe HarborLegal provisions that protect parties from liability under certain conditions, often used in digital...
- Safe Harbor RegulationsRules that protect companies from legal liability in certain situations as long as they comply with ...
- Safety ShotAn alternative take of a scene, shot after the director is satisfied with the previous takes, used a...
- Sales Agency AgreementA contract appointing a sales agent who acts on behalf of the producer to sell or license the produc...
- SandbagsUsed to stabilize equipment stands and other rigging equipment, ensuring safety and preventing movem...
- Satellite TelevisionTelevision programming delivered by the means of communications satellites and received by an outdoo...
- SaturationThe intensity of color in an image. Increasing saturation makes the colors more vibrant, while decre...
- Scaling AgileAdapting agile methodologies to fit larger organizations or projects. This can involve coordinating ...
- SceneA continuous block of storytelling either set in a single location or following a particular charact...
- Scope CreepThe uncontrolled expansion to project scope without adjustments to time, cost, and resources.
- Scouting ReportA detailed review prepared by the location scout, which includes photographs, logistical details, an...
- ScreenFlowA macOS application for screen recording and video editing. It allows users to capture the contents ...
- ScreenwriterA person who writes or adapts the screenplay from which a film is made. They develop the plot, dialo...
- ScrimsPieces of fabric or other material used to soften or reduce the intensity of light without affecting...
- ScriptThe written text of a film, including dialogue, action descriptions, and scene settings.
- Script BreakdownThe process of analyzing a script to determine all the elements needed for each scene, including cas...
- Script CoordinatorResponsible for managing the scripts throughout production, ensuring all departments have the latest...
- Script DoctorA writer hired to revise or rewrite a script to improve dialogue, pacing, or other elements before p...
- Script SupervisorKeeps track of what parts of the script have been filmed and makes notes of any deviations between w...
- ScrivenerA word-processing program and outliner designed for authors. Scrivener provides a management system ...
- Scrum AllianceAn organization that provides education, resources, and support to practitioners of Scrum and agile ...
- Scrum BoardA physical or digital board with columns and visual signals to show team progress in Scrum software ...
- Scrum MasterThe role within a scrum team responsible for ensuring the team lives agile values and principles and...
- Scrum of ScrumsA technique used in scaling agile to coordinate between multiple scrum teams working on the same pro...
- ScrumsRegular stand-up meetings (often daily) where team members discuss their progress on various tasks, ...
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)The practice of increasing the quantity and quality of traffic to a website through organic search e...
- SECAM (Séquentiel Couleur à Mémoire)An analog color television system first used in France. It is, historically, the first European colo...
- Second Assistant Director (2nd AD)Works directly under the 1st AD, helping to manage paperwork, scheduling of actors, communication of...
- Second ScreenThe use of an additional electronic device (e.g., smartphone or tablet) by individuals watching tele...
- Second UnitA separate team that films shots or sequences of lesser importance, such as establishing shots or st...
- Second Unit DirectorDirects the second unit, which is tasked with filming shots or sequences separate from the main unit...
- Secondary Color CorrectionTargeted color adjustments applied to specific colors or areas of the image, without affecting other...
- Secondary SaturationAdjusting the saturation of secondary colors (such as skin tones or sky) independently of the primar...
- Selective Color CorrectionThe process of isolating a color or color range for adjustment without affecting other colors in the...
- Self-Regulation in MediaThe voluntary oversight by media organizations to regulate themselves within the framework of the la...
- Sensor SizeThe physical size of a camera's image sensor. Larger sensors generally allow for better light gather...
- SEO Content StrategyA plan of action designed to improve the performance of a website by creating and distributing valua...
- SequenceA series of scenes that form a distinct narrative unit, which is part of a larger story.
- Service Level Agreement (SLA)A contract between a service provider and a client that details the expected level of service.
- Set DecoratorWorks under the production designer, responsible for decorating the set according to the requirement...
- Set DressingThe process of decorating a set to reflect the time period and aesthetic of the story, enhancing the...
- Settlement AgreementA legally binding contract that documents the terms and conditions agreed by parties involved in a r...
- Severability ClauseA legal provision that states if parts of the contract are held to be illegal or otherwise unenforce...
- ShaderA set of software instructions that dictate how to render light and color effects on 3D objects in g...
- Shadow TintAdjusting the color tint in the darkest areas of the image to alter mood or correct for unwanted col...
- Shooting ScriptA version of the screenplay used during the production of a video or film, featuring technical instr...
- Shot ListA document that lists all the shots planned for a production, detailing the framing, camera movement...
- Shotgun MicA highly directional microphone ideal for picking up sound in front of it while minimizing backgroun...
- Shotgun MicrophoneA highly directional microphone that picks up sound from a tight area, minimizing noise from the sid...
- Shutter SpeedThe amount of time that each individual frame is exposed to light. In video, it is closely associate...
- SibeliusA music notation software developed and released by Avid Technology for Windows and macOS, known for...
- SidelightLighting that comes from a side of the subject to create more texture and depth in the image.
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)A measure that compares the level of a desired signal to the level of background noise, higher ratio...
- SilhouetteThe dark shape and outline of someone or something visible against a lighter background, achieved by...
- Silhouette FXA software suite for visual effect tools which offers robust and non-destructive paint and roto tool...
- Silhouette ShotA shot where the subject is seen as a silhouette against a bright background, usually used to create...
- SimulcastBroadcasting a program simultaneously on more than one medium or more than one service on the same m...
- Single ShotA scene shot in one continuous take without any edits, which is often used to create a sense of real...
- Six SigmaA set of techniques and tools for process improvement. It seeks to improve the quality of the output...
- Skin Tone LineA reference line on a vectorscope representing the hue and saturation levels that typically correspo...
- Sky ReplacementReplacing the sky in a video or film scene with another image or dynamic animation to change the moo...
- SlackA proprietary business communication platform that offers many IRC-style features, including persist...
- Slander of TitleA false statement or representation made by one person about the title of another that causes financ...
- SlateA device used in film production, often a clapperboard, that visually and audibly marks the beginnin...
- SliderA smaller, more portable alternative to dollies for achieving smooth horizontal, vertical, or angled...
- Slider ShotA shot where the camera moves smoothly along a track (the slider), allowing for steady movement hori...
- Slow MotionVideo effects that slow down the action. Achieved by shooting at a frame rate faster than the one at...
- Smoke and Fire SimulationSpecific types of fluid simulations that are used to create realistic smoke and fire effects in VFX ...
- SnootA tube or similar device placed over a light source to narrow the spread of light, typically used to...
- Social MediaPlatforms that enable users to create and share content or to participate in social networking, ofte...
- Social Media CampaignA coordinated marketing effort to reinforce or assist with a business goal using one or more social ...
- Social ProofA psychological phenomenon where people assume the actions of others in an attempt to reflect correc...
- Social TVA general term for technology that supports communication and social interaction in either the conte...
- Soft FocusA technique that deliberately blurs the image to create a dreamy or romantic atmosphere.
- Soft LightLighting that minimizes shadows and lines, and wraps around objects, achieved by diffusing the light...
- SoftboxAn enclosure around a light equipped with a diffusing material to soften the light it emits.
- Sony Vegas ProA video editing software package for non-linear editing originally published by Sonic Foundry, then ...
- Sound BoothAn isolated room or enclosure designed to prevent external noises and control sound during audio rec...
- Sound DesignThe art and practice of creating sound tracks for a variety of needs. It involves specifying, acquir...
- Sound DesignerCreates the auditory elements of a film or show, designing unique sounds that enhance the narrative,...
- Sound EditingThe process of manipulating audio elements to create a soundscape that enhances the visual storytell...
- Sound EditorResponsible for assembling and editing all sound recordings in preparation for the final mix, includ...
- Sound Effects (SFX)Sounds created or recorded for the film that are added during post-production to enhance the storyte...
- Sound Effects LibraryA collection of sound clips that can be used in audio post-production, ranging from ambient noises t...
- Sound FadesGradual increases or decreases in the intensity of a sound track or audio clip, used to transition b...
- Sound LibraryA collection of sound effects, music clips, and other audio files that can be used in audio post-pro...
- Sound MixerThe chief of the sound department on the set, responsible for recording all sound recording on set, ...
- Sound RestorationThe process of removing imperfections (such as hisses, pops, or distortions) from sound recordings, ...
- SoundcheckA process used to set audio levels and check the sound equipment before recording to ensure optimal ...
- SoundtrackThe audio component of a movie, including music, sound effects, dialogue, and score, specifically co...
- Source MusicMusic within a film's world that is heard by the characters in the scene and sourced from within the...
- Spec ScriptA screenplay written with the speculation that it will be sold and produced.
- Special Effects (SFX)Effects created physically on set during production, such as practical explosions, makeup effects, a...
- Special Effects CoordinatorPlans and supervises the mechanical effects needed in the filming, such as pyrotechnics, controlled ...
- Special Effects SupervisorOversees the mechanical effects (such as pyrotechnics, atmospheric effects, and physical animatronic...
- SpeedGradeA color grading application that was used to craft the perfect look for films and TV shows. It was i...
- SpikeA type of exploration task in Agile software development aimed at gaining the knowledge necessary to...
- SpillUnwanted light from the green screen that reflects onto the subject, which can affect keying quality...
- Split EditAn edit that extends the audio or video of a clip beyond the others to create a smoother transition,...
- Split ScreenA visual effect that consists of dividing the screen into two or more parts to show different scenes...
- Split ToningA color grading technique where one color is applied to the shadows and a different color is applied...
- Sponsorship AgreementA contract in which a sponsor provides funding for a project or event in exchange for advertising an...
- Sponsorship DisclosureThe legal requirement or ethical practice in media to clearly disclose any financial or material spo...
- SpotlightA focused beam of light that illuminates a specific area or subject, often used in theatrical settin...
- Spotting SessionA meeting where the director, composer, and sound designer review the film's picture to determine wh...
- Sprint PlanningA meeting at the start of each sprint where the team determines what they can commit to completing d...
- Sprint RetrospectiveA meeting that occurs after the sprint review; the team reflects on the past sprint. The purpose is ...
- Sprint ReviewA meeting at the end of each sprint to present the work that has been completed and discuss what cou...
- SprintsDefined periods during which specific work has to be completed and made ready for review in agile vi...
- StabilizersEquipment used to hold the camera steady during shooting, reducing or eliminating the impact of unin...
- Stakeholder ManagementThe systematic identification, analysis, planning, and implementation of actions designed to engage ...
- Static CharacterA character who does not undergo significant change or growth in the course of a story.
- Static ShotA shot where the camera is fixed in one position and does not move, capturing action without any mov...
- Statutory ComplianceAdherence to laws and regulations specific to a business or activity mandated by legislation.
- Statutory DamagesPredetermined damages awarded when the actual damages in a copyright infringement case are uncertain...
- SteadicamA stabilizing mount for a motion picture camera, which mechanically isolates it from the operator's ...
- Steadicam OperatorSpecializes in operating a Steadicam (a type of camera stabilizing rig), providing fluid camera move...
- Steadicam ShotA smooth shot achieved using a Steadicam, a mount that stabilizes the camera to allow for fluid move...
- Stereo RecordingA technique where two or more channels are used to capture audio, creating a sense of dimension and ...
- Stereo SoundAudio that uses two or more independent audio channels through a configuration of two or more loudsp...
- Stereoscopic 3DA filming and visual effects technique that creates the illusion of depth in an image, making it app...
- Stock FootageVideo or film footage that is not custom shot for use in a specific film or television program. It c...
- Story ArcThe development and resolution of a narrative or a principal part of that narrative.
- StoryboardA sequence of drawings representing the shots planned for a film or television production.
- Storyboard ArtistCreates visual representations of the action or sequence in a script, providing a visual layout prio...
- Storyboard ProSoftware that combines drawing and animation tools with camera controls. Developed by Toon Boom, it ...
- StreamingThe continuous delivery of media content over the internet without requiring users to download the e...
- Streaming MediaVideo or audio content sent in compressed form over the Internet and played immediately, rather than...
- Strobe LightingA high-intensity flash of light used in photography, often to freeze fast-moving subjects.
- Stunt CoordinatorDesigns and supervises the performance of stunts, ensuring the safety of all performers and that the...
- Subjective CameraSimilar to a POV shot but used more broadly to suggest the camera is seeing from a specific characte...
- SubmixA mix of several audio tracks within a larger mix, typically grouped by type (like vocals, rhythm se...
- SubplotA secondary sequence of actions in a narrative, connected to the main plot but distinct in its impor...
- Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD)A service offering unlimited access to a wide range of programs available for a monthly subscription...
- Substance DesignerA node-based texturing tool for making high-quality, procedural textures and materials, often used i...
- Substance PainterA 3D painting software allowing users to texture, render, and share their work directly from within ...
- Subsurface Scattering (SSS)A mechanism of light transfer in translucent materials where light penetrates the surface of a trans...
- Subtitle and CaptioningThe process of displaying text on a television, video screen, or other visual display to provide add...
- SubtitlingAdding text captions to a film or video that translate or transcribe the dialogue and other relevant...
- Sunset ClauseA clause within a contract that specifies the conditions under which the agreement will expire or th...
- Super-Cardioid MicrophoneSimilar to a cardioid mic but with a tighter area of front sensitivity and a smaller lobe of rear se...
- Surround ChannelsAudio channels that are dedicated to reproducing sounds to the side or behind the listener, used in ...
- Surround SoundAn audio technology that allows sound to be perceived as omnidirectional, enhancing the immersive ex...
- Sync LicenseA license that authorizes a licensee to synchronize a musical composition in timed relation with a v...
- Synchronization LicensePermission to use a piece of music in "sync" with visual elements such as in a video, film, TV show,...
- Synchronous Communication ToolsTools that facilitate real-time communication and collaboration among team members, such as video co...
- SynopsisA brief summary of the major points of a script or film.
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- Table ReadA read-through of the script by the cast, typically around a table, to understand character dynamics...
- Takedown NoticeA request to remove content from a website or other medium because the content is illegal, inappropr...
- Talent Holding DealAn agreement between a studio or network and an actor or writer that pays the talent to stay exclusi...
- Talent ReleaseA legal agreement wherein a person grants permission for producers to record and use their image, vo...
- Talent Release FormA legal document that grants the production the rights to use an individual's image and performance ...
- Tape MeasureUsed to measure distances from the camera to ensure focus and to maintain consistent spatial relatio...
- Task ManagementThe process of managing a task through its life cycle. It involves planning, testing, tracking, and ...
- Teal and Orange LookA popular color grading technique that uses teal (blue-green) and orange hues to create a color cont...
- TeaserA short video or promotional material designed to generate curiosity and hype for an upcoming film, ...
- Tech ScoutA visit to a location by the director, cinematographer, and other key crew members to plan camera an...
- Technical DebtThe implied cost of additional rework caused by choosing an easy solution now instead of using a bet...
- TeletextAn information retrieval service provided by television broadcast companies to television receivers ...
- Temp TrackA temporary music track used during the editing phase to help editors cut scenes to rhythm and pace,...
- Termination ClauseContract provisions that stipulate the conditions under which a contract may be terminated and what ...
- Terms of Service (ToS)Rules by which one must agree to abide in order to use a service, typically outlining the legal boun...
- Texture MappingA method for defining high frequency detail, surface texture, or color information on a 3D model or ...
- ThemeThe underlying message or the main topic that is explored in a film or screenplay.
- Thermal CameraCameras that detect heat and are used in specific scenarios to create visual effects based on temper...
- Third Assistant Director (3rd AD)Typically responsible for the movement and management of extras. In North America, this role is ofte...
- Third-party RightsRights that affect or benefit parties who are not directly involved in a particular agreement or leg...
- Three-Act StructureA model used in narrative fiction that divides a story into three parts
- Three-Point LightingA standard method used in visual media such as video, film, and photography that uses three lights c...
- TiltA vertical camera movement where the camera points up or down from a fixed base.
- Time Tracking SoftwareTools used to record time spent on tasks or projects, which can help managers understand workloads, ...
- Time-LapseA cinematography technique where the frequency at which film frames are captured is much lower than ...
- Time-Lapse PhotographyA cinematographic technique whereby the frequency at which film frames are captured is much lower th...
- Time-ShiftingRecording of programming to a storage medium to be viewed or listened to at a time more convenient t...
- TimeboxingAllocating a fixed time period to each process, task, or meeting. In agile video production, this co...
- Timecode SyncUsing timecode to synchronize sound and picture frames, ensuring that both audio and visual elements...
- Timeline PlanningThe process of visually outlining the future tasks and activities along a chronological line. It hel...
- Tone MappingThe process of converting the tonal values of an image from a high dynamic range to a lower one, app...
- TrackingA technique in VFX used to track the movements of objects and camera through different frames of fil...
- Tracking MarkersSmall markers placed on a green screen that help visual effects software accurately track motion dur...
- Tracking ShotA shot that physically follows the subject within the frame, either by moving the camera along with ...
- Trade SecretA formula, practice, process, design, instrument, pattern, or compilation of information which is no...
- TrademarkA recognizable sign, design, or expression which identifies products or services of a particular sou...
- Traffic ShapingThe practice of regulating network data transfer to assure a certain level of performance, quality, ...
- TrailerA preview or advertisement for a movie that combines clips of the film, aiming to entice audiences b...
- Transactional Video on Demand (TVOD)A distribution method where customers pay for each piece of video-on-demand content. For example, Ap...
- TranscodingThe direct digital-to-digital conversion of one encoding to another, used to match video files to th...
- TransitionAny technique used to move visually from one scene or shot to another, including cuts, fades, wipes,...
- TreatmentA document that presents the story idea of a film before the screenplay is written, including an out...
- TrelloA web-based Kanban-style list-making application which is a subsidiary of Atlassian. Users can creat...
- TrimmingThe process of adjusting the in and out points of video clips in an edit, used to fine-tune the paci...
- TripodA three-legged stand used to support a camera or other device, essential for stabilizing shots.
- Trolley ShotSimilar to a dolly shot but specifically refers to the camera being on a trolley, which runs on trac...
- Trucking Shot (Tracking Shot)A shot where the camera moves alongside the subject, which can be moving or static. It is generally ...
- Truth in Advertising LawsRegulations requiring that advertisements be truthful, not deceptive, and, when appropriate, backed ...
- Tungsten LightLighting equipment that uses tungsten filaments to produce a warm, yellow-orange light, typically as...
- TurnaroundThe amount of time between the end of one workday and the beginning of the next, allowing rest for t...
- Turning PointA critical moment when the dramatic action shifts in a new direction, determining the future course ...
- Two ShotA shot that frames two people within the composition. This is often used in scenes to emphasize inte...
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- Ultra HD Blu-rayA digital optical disc data storage format that supersedes Blu-ray. Ultra HD Blu-ray discs are incom...
- Ultra High Definition (UHD)A video resolution standard that includes 4K (2160p) and 8K (4320p) formats, providing significantly...
- Umbrella LightA type of soft light accessory that reflects light off a concave white or silver umbrella, used to s...
- Underlying Rights AgreementA contract that grants a producer the right to create a film, series, or other media based on a pre-...
- Underwater HousingA waterproof case that allows photographers and videographers to use their cameras under water, typi...
- Unit Production Manager (UPM)Responsible for the administration of a film project, particularly managing the budget and productio...
- Unit Still PhotographerTakes still photographs and essentially documents the behind-the-scenes making of a production. Thes...
- UpconversionThe process of converting lower resolution video content to a higher resolution. For example, upscal...
- Usage RightsThe permissions granted to someone allowing them to use intellectual property. This can vary from li...
- User Experience (UX) DesignThe process of creating products that provide meaningful and relevant experiences to users. This inv...
- User Experience (UX) Design in AgileThe practice of designing products, processes, services, events, omnichannel journeys, and environme...
- User StoriesSimple descriptions of a feature told from the perspective of the end user or customer. In video pro...
- User-generated Content (UGC)Content created and published by unpaid contributors (users), typically intended to be shared in a p...
- UV FilterA type of filter applied to camera lenses that blocks ultraviolet light, reducing haziness or foggin...
- UV MappingThe 3D modeling process of projecting a 2D image to the surface of a 3D model for texture mapping.
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- Value Stream MappingA lean-management method for analyzing the current state and designing a future state for the series...
- Variable Color TemperatureThe ability of a light source to change color temperature, allowing for adjustments from cooler (blu...
- Variable ND FilterA type of neutral density filter that can be adjusted to allow different amounts of light reduction,...
- Vector GraphicsThe use of polygons to represent images in computer graphics, unlike raster graphics, which are repr...
- VectorscopeA tool that shows how saturated the image is and where the colors fall into the color spectrum. It i...
- Vegas ProA video editing software package for non-linear editing originally published by Sonic Foundry, then ...
- VelocityA metric used in agile projects to measure the amount of work a team can handle in a single sprint. ...
- Velocity TrackingA measure of the amount of work a team can tackle during a single sprint and is the key metric in Sc...
- Version ControlA system that records changes to a file or set of files over time so that specific versions can be r...
- VersioningThe creation of multiple versions of a film or video for different markets or audiences, including c...
- VFX EditorWorks with the visual effects department to integrate the digital effects seamlessly into the film f...
- VFX SupervisorManages the special effects department, overseeing the integration of live-action footage and comput...
- Video ContainerA file format that can contain various types of data, including video, audio, subtitle, and metadata...
- Video Copilot Element 3DA third-party After Effects plugin developed by Video Copilot. It is a particle-based animation and ...
- Video Format ConversionThe process of converting video from one format to another, which is necessary when displaying conte...
- Video on Demand (VOD)A distribution method that allows users to access videos without a traditional video playback device...
- Video SyndicationThe process of distributing video content to multiple media outlets, such as different TV stations o...
- Video TrackA layer or line of video clips on a timeline in video editing software, multiple tracks can be used ...
- VideographerA professional who operates the video camera under the direction of the cinematographer or director....
- VignetteA reduction of an image's brightness or saturation at the periphery compared to the image center, of...
- Viral MarketingA technique intended to promote products or services by encouraging individuals to spread informatio...
- Virtual ProductionAn approach to filmmaking that integrates digital content creation tools interactively into the film...
- Virtual Reality (VR) StreamingDelivering VR content, which is typically 360-degree video or an interactive environment, over the i...
- Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA)A United States law granting authors of works that are visual in nature rights related to the integr...
- Visual Effects (VFX) ArtistCreates digital effects to enhance or create environments, elements, or characters that are not feas...
- Visual Effects SupervisorOversees the creation of visual effects in the film, working closely with both the director and the ...
- Visual MerchandisingThe practice in the retail industry of developing floor plans and three-dimensional displays in orde...
- Voice Over (VO)A production technique where a voice that is not part of the narrative is used in a radio, televisio...
- Volumetric CaptureA technique used to capture three-dimensional spaces, like locations or performances, which can be r...
- Voluntary ComplianceA principle that relies on individual or corporate adherence to laws and regulations without direct ...
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- WaiverThe voluntary relinquishment or surrender of some known right or privilege, often used in legal cont...
- Wallpaper MusicBackground music that does not overtly affect the viewer's perception of the film but adds to the mo...
- Wash LightA lighting technique used to cover a large area with light, often used in backgrounds or when lighti...
- Waterfall ModelA sequential project management approach where progress flows downwards through phases like concepti...
- WatermarkingEmbedding information into video or audio signals which can later be extracted or detected for a var...
- Waveform MonitorA device used to precisely measure the brightness levels of various parts of a scene, ensuring corre...
- Waveform VisualizationA graphical representation of the audio signal's amplitude versus time, used in audio editing and mi...
- Web SeriesA series of scripted or non-scripted online videos, generally in episodic form, released on the inte...
- WebMAn open, royalty-free media file format designed for the web, which supports high-quality video and ...
- Whip Pan (Swish Pan)A technique involving a rapid horizontal (sometimes vertical) movement of the camera from one positi...
- Whistleblower ProtectionLegal protections provided to employees who report misconduct or illegal activities within their org...
- White BalanceAdjusting colors so that the image looks more natural. Specifically, making sure that white objects ...
- Wide Shot (WS)A shot that captures the subject within a large context or environment, showing a good portion of th...
- WindscreenA cover for microphones designed to reduce noise created by wind and breath, essential for outdoor r...
- WIP LimitsWork-in-Progress limits are constraints placed on the number of tasks or phases of a project that ca...
- WipeA transition where one shot is replaced by another shot that travels across the frame, pushing out t...
- Wire RemovalA technique used in visual effects to digitally erase wires, harnesses, or rigs that are used during...
- Wireless Microphone SystemA microphone system that transmits audio signals without the need for physical cables, often used in...
- Wireless Video TransmitterA device used to wirelessly transmit video and, often, audio signal from a camera to a monitor, dire...
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