Producing for TV and New Media, 3rd Edition

Glossary

24p:  24 frames per second, progressive scan.

5.1 audio:  Refers to the positions in a five-speaker set up, with five speakers placed to the right, center, left, right rear, and left rear of the TV set.

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Above-the-line:  People on a project who are paid a fixed amount, such as producers, writers, directors, primary actors, and legal counsel. Each requires a negotiated fee, including union affiliation, time required, special perks, and star power. This group is also known as the “creatives.” This category includes acquisitions to script rights.

Account (or Key Budget Category):  The accounts on a budget, including all the departments, all costs above and below the line, and all expenses.

Acoustics:  The quality of sound and noise in ...