Pre-Production
What's the document that breaks down every scene for budget and scheduling?
Script breakdown
Who is in charge of the overall look of the film?
Director of Photography
What does “hot set” mean?
Don’t move props/equipment—it’s prepped for filming
What’s the rough first version of a film called?
Assembly Cut
What’s a film’s “logline”?
One-sentence summary of the story
What's a short document used to pitch a film idea?
Treatment
What does “striking” mean on set?
Turning off a light—safety term
What does “back to one” mean?
Actors/crew reset to starting positions
What’s ADR?
Automated Dialogue Replacement
What’s a “festival premiere”?
First official screening at a film festival
Who ensures a film stays on budget and schedule?
Line Producer
What’s a “martini shot”?
The last shot of the day
What’s a “walkie-talkie 10-1”?
Crew member is on a bathroom break
Who creates the color style/grade for the film?
Colorist
What’s a “minimum guarantee”?
Upfront payment from a distributor to secure rights
What is a call sheet?
A daily schedule for cast/crew with locations, times, and contacts
What’s the difference between “above the line” and “below the line”?
Creative leads (writer, director, producers) vs. crew & technicians
Who manages safety on set?
1st Assistant Director / Safety Officer
What’s Foley?
Recreating everyday sounds for post-production
What’s “P&A” in distribution?
Prints & Advertising
What does "locking the script" mean?
No more script changes - it's final for production
Who calls “quiet on set” and “rolling”?
Assistant Director
What’s a “lock-up”?
Crew holding an area to prevent interruptions during shooting
What’s the difference between offline editing and online editing?
Offline = story edit; Online = final high-res cut
What is a “day-and-date release”?
Film released in theaters and streaming at the same time