Syndication

Syndication is the licensing of a TV show to multiple platforms or stations, allowing it to be broadcast long after the initial run, generating additional revenue.

Table Read

A table read is a pre-production meeting where the cast and crew read through the script aloud to hear the dialogue and make adjustments before filming or rehearsal.

Take

A take is a recorded version of a scene during filming, with multiple takes often shot to capture the best performance or technical accuracy.

Take 5

Take 5 is a phrase used on set to signal a short, usually five-minute break, allowing the cast and crew to rest between scenes or takes.

Talent

Talent refers to the actors, performers, and creative individuals hired for film, TV, or stage productions, including voice actors, musicians, and dancers.

Talent Release Form

A talent release form is a legal document that gives producers permission to use a person’s appearance, voice, or performance in film, TV, or other media.

Tax Incentive

A tax incentive is a financial benefit offered by governments to encourage film and TV productions to shoot in specific locations, often reducing production costs.

Tax Treaty

A tax treaty is an agreement between two countries that helps avoid double taxation for individuals or companies working on international film and TV productions.

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.