Film And Television Production Glossary

noun a photograph or movie shot taken at very close range

verb to shut something or become shut

adjective at a very short distance

adverb in a position so as to be very near to someone or something

• The photographer took a close up shot of the flower to capture its intricate details.
• I love taking close up photos of my dog's face, he always looks so cute!
• Let's get close up to the stage so we can see the band better.
• When you examine the situation close up, you'll see all the nuances and complexities involved.

noun the performance of tricks that are so skillful as to appear supernatural

• The magician amazed the audience with his impressive prestidigitation skills.
• Did you see that cool prestidigitation trick the magician did?
• That prestidigitation move was lit!
• Her ability to navigate through difficult situations with prestidigitation-like skill is admirable.

noun the process of creating or presenting a work of art, literature, or music for public view or consumption

• The company invested in new technology to increase production efficiency.
• We need to step up our production game if we want to meet the deadline.
• Let's crank up the production and get this project finished.
• Her production of ideas never seems to run out, she's always full of creativity.

noun an object or device used as a support or stabilizer

verb to support or keep in position with a prop

• The stage manager handed the actor a prop to use during the scene.
• Hey, can you pass me that prop over there?
• I found a cool prop at the thrift store for my costume.
• His flashy car is just a prop to make himself look more successful.

noun a stored representation of sound or visual data

verb the action of capturing sound or visual data for future playback or reference

• The recording of the meeting will be available for all employees to review.
• I made a recording of the concert last night, want to watch it?
• I'm going to lay down a sick recording of this new song.
• Her actions were like a recording of past mistakes, repeating over and over again.

noun a raised floor or platform, typically in a theater, on which actors, entertainers, or speakers perform

verb to present or produce (a play or other show) on a stage

adjective relating to or designed for the stage or a theater performance

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• The performers took the stage one by one, showcasing their talent.
• Once the lights dimmed, it was our cue to hit the stage and start the show.
• I can't wait to see my favorite band rock the stage tonight!
• Reaching this stage in my career has been a long and challenging journey.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

• The theme song for the movie perfectly captured the essence of the story.
• I can't get the theme song of that show out of my head!
• That theme song is a bop, I love listening to it.
• The theme song of her life was one of resilience and determination.

noun a person who is responsible for selecting and coordinating the wardrobe for a film, television show, or theatrical production

• The wardrober carefully selected outfits for the actors in the upcoming play.
• My friend is a talented wardrober and always helps me put together stylish looks.
• I didn't know she was such a good wardrober, her outfits are always on point.
• As a writer, I consider words to be the tools in my mental wardrober.