Set Medic
A Set Medic is a certified medical professional required to be present on film and TV productions to provide immediate care for injuries and monitor cast and crew health throughout the shooting day.
Set PA
A Set PA is a production assistant who supports the assistant director team on set, handling logistics, lock-up, errands, and any task needed to keep the filming day running smoothly.
Special Effects Supervisor
A Special Effects Supervisor designs and executes all practical on-set effects — real explosions, fire, rain, and mechanical rigs — distinct from visual effects added digitally in post-production.
Stage Manager
A Stage Manager coordinates theatrical productions — running rehearsals, calling cues during performances, and serving as the production’s on-site authority once the show opens.
Story Editor
A Story Editor is a senior television writers’ room position — providing creative notes, developing story arcs, and mentoring junior writers under the showrunner’s direction.
Talent Coordinator
A Talent Coordinator manages the practical logistics of cast on a production — scheduling, travel, accommodation, and on-set communication between performers and the production team.
Wardrobe Supervisor
A Wardrobe Supervisor oversees the costume department’s day-to-day operations during filming — managing costume continuity, inventory, repairs, and the wardrobe team under the costume designer.
Booking Conflict
A Booking Conflict occurs when an existing commitment prevents an actor from accepting a new booking — a common scheduling challenge managed by actors and their agents.
Casting Assistant
A Casting Assistant is an entry-level casting office role, supporting the casting director and associate by scheduling auditions, managing submissions, and handling casting office operations.
Co-Star
A Co-Star is a television role category denoting a small speaking part — above background but below guest star — often a child actor’s first union principal credit in scripted TV.