Tax Withholding
Tax withholding refers to the practice of deducting taxes from an individual’s earnings before they are paid, often required in film and TV production to ensure taxes are paid to the government.
Tear Sheet
A tear sheet is a printed or digital page from a publication that features an actor, model, or project, often used in portfolios to showcase published work.
Teleplay
A teleplay is the written script for a television show, including dialogue, action descriptions, and scene directions, formatted specifically for TV production.
Teleprompter
A teleprompter is a device used in broadcasting and public speaking to display a speaker’s script, allowing them to maintain eye contact while reading their lines.
Television Agreement
The SAG-AFTRA Television Agreement governs pay, residuals, and working conditions for actors in scripted TV shows across network, cable, and streaming platforms.
Stage Left/Right
Stage left and stage right are directional terms used to describe an actor’s movement based on their left or right as they face the audience.
Stage Presence
Stage presence is an actor’s ability to command attention and engage the audience, combining confidence, energy, and emotional connection in a performance.
Stagehand
A stagehand is a backstage crew member responsible for setting up and managing equipment, props, and scene changes during a live theater production.
Stand-In
A stand-in is a person who temporarily takes an actor’s place during rehearsals or technical adjustments, helping the crew set up lights, cameras, or blocking.
Stanislavski System
Stanislavski Technique is an acting method focused on emotional truth, realism, and connecting personal experiences to build authentic characters.