Back to one - the verbal cue for performers to return to the place ("mark") where they started their action from at the beginning of the scene.
Base camp – the area set up to accommodate all of the production trailers (hair & makeup, wardrobe, actor trailers, catering, etc.) and used as the home base for the shoot on a particular day. Extras are usually instructed to report to Base camp.
Blocking – the process during which the director and actors determine where on the set the actors will move and stand, so that lighting and camera placements may be set.
Body Double (often called a Photo Double) - for some shots, a director may consider that a particular actor's body may not be suitable for the impression desired. In these situations, the actor is "doubled" (replaced) by a person whose body is more suitable. Typically, body doubles are used for shots requiring nudity or depictions of physical fitness.
Booking - indication that you have been HIRED for work. You have been "booked" for work.
Booking Details – all of the information you need in order to be able to report for work. Booking Details include your call time, report to location, wardrobe information and anything else that will help you get to work and do your job properly.
Bump - additional money given to the talent for doing or bringing something extra. You will often be given a "bump" for use of your car or for performing a special skill.
Call Sheet - listing of which actors will be required for which scenes and when they will be required, as well as all necessary information for a shoot day. Call sheets are created by assistant directors.
Call Time - The actual time an actor/extra is due on the set.
Casting - the process of hiring actors/extras to play the characters in a script, typically done by a casting director, but with some input from a director, producer or studio.
Continuity - A detailed list of the events that occurred during the filming of a scene. Typically recorded are production/crew/extras identification, wardrobe specifics, camera settings, environmental conditions, the status of each take and exact details of the action that occurs. It is important to remember your every movement, what you are wearing and be on your mark when needed in order to maintain continuity.
Checking the gate - a verbal command to check the lens on the camera; if the lens is OK, the cast and crew will move on to the next scene or shot.
Craft Services – a common term used to describe the snack & drinks setup provided for talent working on set. There is usually a separate Crew and Extras Craft Services area and you will likely not be permitted to take snacks from the Crew table. Craft Services vary by set and range from VERY minimal to very well stocked – if you are concerned about what to expect, bring your own snacks. |