SAG-AFTRA Foundation
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation offers support to actors through educational programs, financial assistance, and healthcare services, helping performers thrive in their careers.
Scale
Scale refers to the minimum wage set by unions for actors, writers, and creatives in the entertainment industry, based on project type and budget.
Scene Study
Scene study is an acting class where performers work on specific scenes from plays or scripts, exploring character motivations and honing their technique.
Scheduling
Scheduling is the process of organizing shooting days, scenes, and events for film, TV, or theater productions, ensuring all elements are in place.
Publicist
A publicist is a professional who manages the public image and media relations of an individual or project in the entertainment industry, generating positive media coverage.
Punch and Roll
Punch and roll is a recording technique used in voiceover work to seamlessly correct mistakes without re-recording the entire take, ensuring smoother edits.
Pyrotechnics
Pyrotechnics involves the use of controlled explosions, fire, or light effects in film, TV, theater, and live performances to enhance action and create dramatic visual effects.
Quiet on Set
“Quiet on set” is a command given to ensure silence on a film or TV set, allowing for clean audio and focus during filming.
Raked Stage
A raked stage is a sloped theater stage where the back is higher than the front, historically used to improve audience visibility of the performance.
Recall
A recall is a second audition where actors are invited back for further consideration after making a strong impression in their initial audition.