Surviving On Set: The Actor’s Guide to Film/TV Terminology, Etiquette & Survival
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🎬 What They Don’t Teach You in Acting Class… But Should.
Whether it’s your first day on set or your fiftieth, there’s a lot of lingo, etiquette, and unspoken rules in the film and TV world — and not knowing them can cost you more than just a take.
That’s where Surviving On Set comes in.
Written by veteran actor Gene Gabriel (Broadway, TV, film, improv teacher, and 35+ years on set), this no-fluff, easy-to-read, and often hilarious guide covers everything you need to feel confident, capable, and professional the moment you walk on set.
🎯 Inside, You’ll Learn:
• What the heck everyone’s yelling about (“Last looks!” “Crossing!” “Back to one!”)
• Who’s who on set (and who not to accidentally ignore)
• What not to do if you want to be hired again
• Set do’s and don’ts, cheat sheets, call sheets, DOODs, NDAs, and more
• Bonus: Set Term Bingo, mock forms, and real-world acting tips from someone who’s been there
🧠 Perfect for:
• New actors booking their first gig
• Dancers crossing over into acting
• Background performers wanting to level up
• Seasoned actors who never asked what a “hot set” was (but always wondered)
📄 Instant PDF download
📚 Use it on your phone, tablet, or print it out and take it to set
✅ Feel confident.
✅ Look professional.
✅ Speak the language of the set.
✅ Don’t be the one asking “What’s a mark?” ever again.
🔒 Licensed for personal use only. Please do not share or redistribute.
Whether it’s your first day on set or your fiftieth, there’s a lot of lingo, etiquette, and unspoken rules in the film and TV world — and not knowing them can cost you more than just a take.
That’s where Surviving On Set comes in.
Written by veteran actor Gene Gabriel (Broadway, TV, film, improv teacher, and 35+ years on set), this no-fluff, easy-to-read, and often hilarious guide covers everything you need to feel confident, capable, and professional the moment you walk on set.
🎯 Inside, You’ll Learn:
• What the heck everyone’s yelling about (“Last looks!” “Crossing!” “Back to one!”)
• Who’s who on set (and who not to accidentally ignore)
• What not to do if you want to be hired again
• Set do’s and don’ts, cheat sheets, call sheets, DOODs, NDAs, and more
• Bonus: Set Term Bingo, mock forms, and real-world acting tips from someone who’s been there
🧠 Perfect for:
• New actors booking their first gig
• Dancers crossing over into acting
• Background performers wanting to level up
• Seasoned actors who never asked what a “hot set” was (but always wondered)
📄 Instant PDF download
📚 Use it on your phone, tablet, or print it out and take it to set
✅ Feel confident.
✅ Look professional.
✅ Speak the language of the set.
✅ Don’t be the one asking “What’s a mark?” ever again.
🔒 Licensed for personal use only. Please do not share or redistribute.