Glossary

Video production, in plain English.

We translate the jargon. Formats, roles, gear, delivery and pricing concepts explained the way we'd explain them to a friend who's never bought video before.

What it is

Vocabulary that makes briefs easier.

Knowing the difference between a hero film and a cutdown, or between a DP and a producer, makes every brief sharper and every quote easier to read.

When to use it

  • Writing your first video brief
  • Comparing quotes from different agencies
  • Onboarding a new marketing hire
  • Aligning internal stakeholders on scope

What's included

Formats: hero, cutdown, BTS, UGC, explainer
Roles: producer, DP, director, editor, colorist
Gear: cinema camera, gimbal, drone, prime lens
Delivery: master, ProRes, H.264, captions, subs
Pricing: day rate, fixed price, retainer
Rights: usage, exclusivity, buyout

What you can expect

100+

terms explained in plain English.

No jargon

for the sake of jargon.

Shareable

with stakeholders who don't live in video.

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