Set etiquette

Graphic of a woman standing with a clipboard in front of a camera in a field with a mountain in the background, a dinosaur, two actors in costume and a production crew filming them
Graphic of a woman standing with a clipboard in front of a camera in a field with a mountain in the background, a dinosaur, two actors in costume and a production crew filming them
Part of series
Module type
e-learning
Estimated time
10 minutes
Career stages
Early
Industries
High-end TV
Funding
ScreenSkills funded

Being on set can be nerve-racking, especially if it is the first time. Keeping in mind what you can or cannot do while working on set can make the difference.

At the end of this module you will:

  • Understand the basic rules of the set
  • Understand the importance of the callsheet and contact list
  • Understand who to talk to (and when), including how to behave with the cast

Don't forget to bookmark this handy glossary for easy reference in the workplace.

This e-learning module is part of the From script to screen: an introduction to how content gets made series.

We created this series with and for industry to ensure people who are progressing in their careers have access to a host of useful learning and tips to help them understand more about how scripted content is made and the roles and responsibilities within it.

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