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Cinema and Theater - People Involved in Cinema and Theater

Here you will learn some English words related to people involved in cinema and theater such as "agent", "director", and "editor".

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agent
[noun]

a company or person that represents another person or company or manages their affairs

Ex: The agent facilitated the sale of the company 's products to retailers .
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someone who is in charge of the artistic features, such as props and costumes of a movie or play

Ex: The art director is responsible for setting the overall aesthetic tone and style of a magazine , website , or multimedia project .
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the individual who is responsible for the general policy of a theater company and decides which plays should be performed

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cameraman
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a professional whose job is to operate a motion picture or television camera

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a woman who operates a motion picture or television camera

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someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater

Ex: His plays often address social and political issues , making him a prominent playwright.
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producer
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a person who deals with supervisory tasks or financial affairs in making a motion picture, play, etc.

Ex: The producer handled all the logistical details of the theater production .
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publicist
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a person whose job is to make a new actor, product, etc. known to the public

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a person whose job is to write scripts for movies, TV series, etc.

Ex: The screenwriter attended a workshop to learn more about writing dialogue for screenplays .
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stagehand
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a stage worker who deals with moving props or scenery in a theatrical performance

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a person who is in charge of the practical arrangements, such as lights, scenery, etc. during a theatrical production

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a person whose job is to make changes to the content or form of a screenplay, or to help in the process of changing it

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usher
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someone whose job is to show people their seats in a court, cinema, etc.

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usherette
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a woman whose job is to show people their seats in a court, cinema, etc.

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a man whose job is to manage the costumes of the actors in a theatrical performance or company

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a woman whose job is to manage the costumes of the actors in a theatrical performance or company

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costumier
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a person or company that designs special costumes for the theater or parties, or supplies costumes to theater companies

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debutant
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a man who is making a public appearance for the first time, especially in movies or sports

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debutante
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a woman who is making a public appearance for the first time, especially in movies or sports

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director
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a person in charge of a movie or play who gives instructions to the actors and staff

Ex: The director was famous for his meticulous attention to detail .
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dramatist
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someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater

Ex: She studied the works of classic dramatists such as Shakespeare and Ibsen to hone her craft and develop her own unique voice .
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dresser
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someone whose job is to help an actor get dressed for a play or is in charge of their costumes

Ex: The dresser anticipates the needs of each actor , preparing their costumes and props in advance of the performance .
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editor
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the person who is in charge of arranging or removing the scenes of a movie, show, etc.

Ex: The editor's skillful editing transformed the raw footage into a captivating documentary .
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someone who controls the camera and lighting to create the visual look of a film or TV show

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a member of the camera crew who adjusts the focus of the camera lens during filming

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a member of a film crew responsible for loading film stock into the camera magazine and operating the clapperboard during filming

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a person responsible for designing and setting up lighting for film, television, or theater productions

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a person who provides financial and managerial support to a film or TV production and is typically involved in the overall creative decisions

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a type of film producer who oversees day-to-day operations and logistics of a production, including budget management and scheduling

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a person responsible for managing the daily operations and logistics of a film or television production

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a person responsible for managing and organizing the various administrative aspects of a film or television production, such as scheduling, logistics, and communication

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someone who is responsible for assisting the director in creating the shooting schedule, coordinating daily production logistics, and managing the cast and crew on set

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someone who is responsible for assisting the first assistant director with tasks related to organizing the set, creating call sheets, coordinating extras, and ensuring the safety of the cast and crew

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someone who is responsible for continuity, ensuring that each shot matches the previous ones, and tracking all necessary details in the production of a film or TV show

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a person responsible for selecting actors for roles in movies, TV shows, plays, and other productions

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a person responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of digital images captured on a film set

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best boy
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the chief assistant to the gaffer or key grip

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a film crew member responsible for operating the camera dolly during filming

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a member of the sound department responsible for recording and mixing audio on set during filming

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a member of the film crew who operates the boom microphone to capture sound on set during filming

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a person responsible for managing and organizing cables and wires on a film or television set to ensure proper connectivity between equipment

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a person responsible for creating the visual concept of a film, television, or theater production, including selecting settings, costumes, props, and other visual elements

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a person responsible for designing and creating the physical environment in which a film, TV show, or theatrical production takes place

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auteur
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a director who has such a significant influence and personal style on a film that is considered their author

Ex: Despite working within the Hollywood studio system , the director remained true to their artistic vision , earning recognition as an auteur for their uncompromising approach to filmmaking .
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someone who professionally analyzes and evaluates films, often providing written or spoken reviews or critiques for the public

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a person responsible for creating and designing the lighting for a production, whether it is a play, film, or other type of performance

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filmmaker
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a movie director and producer, especially an independent one who is fully in charge of the movie production

Ex: The young filmmaker's innovative approach to movie production has gained critical acclaim .
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gaffer
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the head electrician who is responsible for the lighting in a motion picture or television production

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grip
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someone whose job is to carry or prepare cameras or lighting equipment in a movie or TV set

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key grip
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the person who is in charge of the camera equipment in a motion picture or TV set

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a technician who is in charge of the lights in a TV or motion picture set or theater stage

Ex: Collaborating with other technicians , the lighting engineer ensured that everything was ready before the show started .
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leadman
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a production crew member responsible for managing the art department

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a member of the film or television production crew who is responsible for dressing and arranging the sets or locations used in the production

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greensman
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a member of the film or television production crew who is responsible for maintaining and preparing plants, trees, and other vegetation on set

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a member of a film or television production crew who is responsible for acquiring, maintaining, and operating all of the weapons used on set

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a member of a theater or film production team responsible for creating and overseeing the implementation of the visual concept for sets, props, costumes, and makeup

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a person who creates or selects clothing and accessories for performances in theater, film, or television

Ex: The award-winning costume designer brought the fantasy world to life with intricate designs .
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someone who applies cosmetics to enhance or change the appearance of individuals, often working in areas like fashion, entertainment, etc.

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a person responsible for the design, development, and execution of visual and mechanical effects used in movies, TV shows, and other forms of entertainment

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a visual effects artist who combines multiple images or video footage to create the final scene, using techniques such as green screen compositing, 3D rendering, and motion graphics

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a visual effects artist who creates painted representations of backgrounds, landscapes, or other settings that cannot or are not photographed during live-action filmmaking

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a company or individual that handles the distribution and marketing of a film to audiences in theaters or other venues, such as streaming services or DVD releases

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animator
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a person who creates moving images, such as cartoons, using various techniques and software

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a person responsible for designing and creating the overall sound of a film, including sound effects, music, and dialogue

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tragedian
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a playwright who writes tragedies

Ex: His reputation as a tragedian was solidified with the success of his latest dark drama .
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someone who operates and maintains the equipment that displays films in theaters

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dramaturg
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a theater or film professional who researches and analyzes the context of a play or script to ensure its authenticity and provides guidance to the production team

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a person who designs and oversees the construction of sets, costumes, lighting, and other visual elements of a theatrical production

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