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.