Talent Agent (TA)
A Talent Agent (TA) is a licensed professional who represents performers, negotiates contracts, and submits clients for roles — working on 10% commission and regulated by state law.
Talent Managers Association (TMA)
The Talent Managers Association (TMA) is a professional trade organization representing talent managers in entertainment, providing standards and advocacy for a profession that operates without a licensing requirement.
Video on Demand (VOD)
Video on Demand (VOD) lets viewers access films and TV shows at any time through subscription, rental, or free ad-supported platforms rather than scheduled broadcasts.
SW (Start Work)
SW (Start Work) is a call sheet status code marking an actor’s first day of filming on a production, officially beginning their contract engagement.
W (Work)
W (Work) is a call sheet status code indicating an actor is actively filming — neither their first nor last day on the production.
WF (Work Finish)
WF (Work Finish) is a call sheet status code marking an actor’s final day of filming on a production, triggering final payroll and releasing contractual obligations.
SWF (Start Work Finish)
SWF (Start Work Finish) is a call sheet status code for actors who begin and complete their entire production engagement in a single day — most commonly day players.
H (Hold)
H (Hold) is a call sheet status code indicating an actor is under contract and being paid but not scheduled to film on that specific day.
W/N (Will Notify)
W/N (Will Notify) is a call sheet abbreviation indicating that an actor’s call time has not yet been confirmed and will be communicated later.
Apple Box
An Apple Box is a standardized wooden box used on set to adjust the height of actors, props, or equipment, available in four sizes from full to pancake.