Hanging out or working on set for a movie or TV show is so much fun and a privilege for all who get to do it. So when it comes time for you to visit or get your first job, you want to know all the lingo people use in order to fit in. That's why I created this on-set lingo glossary to teach you all the things you might hear on set and what they mean. Let's dive in. The Glossary of On Set Lingo????️ The Most Common On-Set CommandsIf you only learn ten things, learn these. These are the commands that control the flow of the set."Quiet on Set!"What it means: The 1st Assistant Director (AD) is calling for total silence. Stop moving, stop talking, and put your phone on silent. They are preparing to roll."Roll Sound!"What it means: The 1st AD is cueing the audio department. The Sound Mixer will respond with "Sound Speed!" or "Speed!" once their equipment is recording."Roll Camera!"What it means: The 1st AD is cueing the camera department. The Camera Operator will respond with "Speed!" or "Rolling!" once the camera is recording."Slate In!"What it means: The 2nd Assistant Camera (AC) will bring the clapperboard (slate) into the frame, state the scene and take number, and "clap" the sticks. This is essential for syncing audio and video in post-production."Action!"What it means: The Director's cue for the scene to begin. This is when the actors start performing."Cut!"What it means: The Director's cue to stop the...
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