Film & TV Glossary
Film production, post-production, distribution, and talent terminology
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SAG-AFTRA
The labor union representing actors, announcers, and other media professionals.
SVOD
Subscription Video on Demand services like Netflix, Disney+, or HBO Max.
Showrunner
The creative leader responsible for day-to-day production of a television series.
Spec Script
A screenplay written without commission or assignment, created on speculation of future sale.
Streaming Window
The period during which content is exclusively available on a specific platform.
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Talent Agent
A licensed professional who procures employment opportunities for performers.
Theatrical Release
The distribution of a film through movie theaters.
Turnaround
When a project is released by one studio, allowing it to be shopped to others.
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