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- Acting advice for beginners: On Set Terminology. This acting tips video was shot inside my TRAILER at BASE CAMP when we broke for LUNCH.
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Have fun on set! I hope to see you on set one day! Be well and thank you for your time and teaching us what you have learned and experienced.
Hello Mr Yue. My name is Turar. I'm from Kazakhstan. I've been studying at Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts on drama foundation, and after that 2011-2012 I studied at American Academy of Dramatic Arts, LA. Then I went back to Kazakhstan, cuz I didn't pass for the second year un AADA. Since then I've been doing different stuff like photography, a lil bit of filmmaking, scriptwriting etc. But I still feel like I wanna go back to LA and try it again. I would love to visit auditions, doesn't matter if it live or online, I just cant stop thinking about it. I also have expirience in Kazakh movies and tv shows, commercials and so on. I still would love to take acting courses to refresh my expirience, but I feel like it's time for something bigger. Unfortunately we don't have agents here in Kazakhstan, as cinematography is not that developed. So what would you advise to me? What should I do now? I'm in Kazakhstan now))
You've probably already covered this, but have you done a vid on set etiquette? There is a hierarchy in a film set. The Do's and Don'ts.
Hey Kurt, I downloaded your audition cheat sheet and studied it right before my audition. I felt like I really nailed my self tape after reading your cheat sheet and it turns out that I got booked without a callback the very next day.
I just wanted to say thank you and I really appreciate the free advice you give to all of us. And I hope to see you on set one day! 🎬
Congrats!
That's fantastic! Congratulations!
@@ActingCareerCenter thanks!
Congratulations bro
Congratulations bro
Love this channel, keep it up
Cool. Here in Canada we usually refer to the Base Camp as “Circus”. And our last shot of the day is the “Window” although I prefer the term “Martini” because that’s way more fun haha
Kurt, once again giving everyone the nuts and bolts to succeed. And I don't know of anyone else who does it nearly as well. Thanks!
I learned a lesson last night in class, I preformed a scene with another actor that hadn't learned his lines, it was a disaster!!!, now I'm one that struggles with memorizing lines I understand it it can take time but it's just needs to be done. I had taken the time to memorize my scene including his lines but he didn't know any of his lines, not only did he look bad I looked bad, I wanted to criticize him but realized its his problem and I learned an extremely valuable lesson. Acting is a 'Dance' the actor can only be as good as his or her costars. I can learn all my lines practice my character till it becomes part of me but if my co-star blows off rehearsal and comes unprepared not only will he look bad I will also look bad. I felt responsible for him but know I did all I could. It was a rough lesson, I've been taking classes for almost a year and thought I moved past my problems of line memorization and many of my stumbling blocks but last night it felt like it all fell apart, I studied I practiced my character but had no control over the other actor. I suspect this might not be an uncommon experience with actors but for me it was the first at this school, im still processing it. I'm not even close to quitting but it really got to me I can only control myself I can't let my self fell responsible for someone else coming unprepared but in the end I think an actor can only be as good as his or her co-stars. 😔
You'd think that if they got the part that they showed up to the audition prepared but some people are great with auditions and horrible on set. For some it's the other way around but my attitude is that it's the CD & Directors problem, they auditioned who knows how many other actors for that one part and this is the one they selected? But then I guess that's why they sometimes put you "on avail" after an audition. If it doesn't work out with the other actor - guess who's about to get a call?
I've never shown up unprepared but my first Key Grip screen credit was on a science fiction short film on which the LEAD actor wasn't off book. The director was a good friend of mine - very chill & relaxed guy but he was starting to lose his shit with this guy.
Thanks for the comment. A fellow actor I attend class with came to my house last night (I've only taken classes but my friend is a Sag actor, I mean he's a working actor), he was kind enough to take time & and come to my house and give me encouragement and tell me my flop wasn't my fault, but what's important is two things; 1- I learned an actor is only ad good ad the people he or she works with. 2- the practice of acting builds deep friendships like I have never had before in my life. Actor is a deeply personal experience.
I had that same experience 3 weeks ago. I was very upset. Made me look bad because I truly did my part for class that night only to be thrown off by an unprepared actor.
Thank you for this Kurt! Somehow I missed this one earlier. Didn't know half the terms. 🙂
I am a German actress and it‘s so much fun to compare these terms! Like “Martini”.. we got “Schnaps Klappe” which means schnaps clapperboard! 😁
I work in Canada and I'd never heard "points" before. I think people just usually yell out "watch your back" and everyone moves out of the way. We also have "subs" aka "substantials" which an American AD told me she'd never heard of before. Subs are a really quick handheld snack like half a sandwich that are served half way between crew call/breakfast and lunch. So it's breakfast, 3hrs later it's subs, 3hrs later it's lunch, 3hrs later it's 2nd subs. Everyone just pauses for a few mins on the set, eats their subs, and then gets back to work. Everyone (including BG) is entitled to subs.
We, at least locally, use window instead of martini.
I learned half of these terms for the first time when I was on set last month for my short film where I did a supporting role. Thanks Kurt for letting us know these useful terms!
These were all great, thanks!
I also think it’s important for first time actors and extras to realize there are multiple things that get called out BEFORE “action!” Is said.
Such as “back to 1”, “roll ____” or “rolling”, “camera”, “sound”, background” etc.
Way back when I was an extra for the first time I was confused at first by all the things being shouted out and didn’t know quite when to start lol
Here are a couple schools with online classes that I recommend
Houde School of Acting:
www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration
Drama Inc:
dramainc.net/open-classes
@@ActingCareerCenter thank you!
There's a whole 'nutter language in film sets. It gets more complicated the bigger the project.
One thing I'd add is be aware and don't get in the way, especially crew. It's frustrating when a well-meaning actor comes up and starts chatting when you're trying to set up for a shot. Crew is busy! We won't be rude, but just be aware, and save questions for lunch or breaks.
This was so helpful, Kurt. I didn't know most of these on set movie terms, coming from a theatre background. Hey, I got cast in my first movie to shoot next spring in Raleigh, NC! Tiny part but a beginning. I also am starting film acting classes here in North Carolina the end of this month! Thank you for inspiring and helping me!
Congrats on your first movie role!
Hey, I'm from Raleigh!!
I live in Durham! Thinking of signing up for a class with Actors Training Ground in Raleigh :)
i did my first film shoot recently and i went in thinkin im a decent actor. Ive done monologues i can do this.. When i got there i realized that there were terminology that i wasnt familiar with. Goin into my second upcoming film shoot im preparing myself by watchin videos like this.
Hello Kurt! I learn something new every time I watch your videos. It may be minor , it may be major but my Call backs, first right refusal and bookings have increased since using your cheat sheet. It has increased my confidence thus making me more comfortable with just being me. Thanks for your continued insight to acting.
That's great to hear! Congrats on the success!
I’m gonna be on set for a film for my first time next week so this has helped so much!!! Thank you !❤️
Congrats!
Man! All your videos are full of valuable information about the industry, keep it up. You should make a podcast!! I would listen to it religiously lol
I just recently got to be in a short concept film and if it’s bought by investors then it could become a full length feature. I’m really anxious to see where it goes. 😬
Congrats! Fingers crossed!
Good luck!! That’s so exciting
Great terms to know. I would like to add that you followup with another video with more terms: Mark (1st mark, 2nd mark). Rolling, Background, Action. Reset. Cut/Cutting. Moving on. And in today's world, we have new things called out to us: Masks off/Masks on! :)
Don't forget "Butt plug". If you've been on crew you probably know what that is. We have some weird ass terms in TV/Film. An extension cord is a "stinger"; a clothes pin is a "C-46" - I swear they only come up with these terms just to confuse the new guy and so they know who's the FNG on set.
*C-47
@@ActingCareerCenter I was going to say C-47 as well. There's a reason it's called that, perhaps apocryphal.
Thanks Kurt. This video came just in time. I booked my first speaking role in a union show and I had no idea what half the terms you used were, untill now!
Congratulations on the booking!
If 10-1 and 10-2 are code for bathroom visits I don't think I want to know the origin of 10-4 😉
In the various projects I've worked I've only had a trailer once and it wasn't as nice as yours. When I found my sides I learned that my dialogue had been cut down to one single line. I also learned that I wouldn't be appearing on camera at all since I was never called to hair and make up.
Weird thing is I still got a screen credit!
At least I got out of the house and had some fun.
I think my call time was 7 P.M. and we wrapped around 2 A.M. One really nice thing was that the location was practically down the street from my house so I was home and in bed in less than 10 minutes!
That's not standard ten codes and I think it might be specific to Atlanta because at Universal Studios 10-2 means "I copy you clearly" (as a response to a radio check). 10-1 means "bad copy" in standard ten codes - at least LAPD ten codes which is what we use at USH.
I don't believe 10-1 is Atlanta specific for bathroom. I've heard LA crews in town say 10-1. If you google search "on set terminology 10-1", every result says it means bathroom break. I can't imagine every single website was written by someone based in Atlanta.
Man, I really like your videos! You don’t have to help us, but you do!! It speaks volumes to your character. They’re not going unappreciated!! So glad you’re on set! Hope all goes well and you kill it!! Take care!!
Your channel literally calms me because first of all, your voice is soothing and also they always have such good info which is so helpful since I’m thinking about pursuing a career in acting.
So cool to have this info and from the trailer! Thanks. Looking forward to your trailer tour.
(TERMS) Wrapped, Apple Boxes, Charlie/Baker (camera terms) Reset, Going Again, Marker, Safety Meeting, Rehearsals Up, Checking The Gate, and "Brick" for (walkie battery)
Your channel is my favorite. You are so professional and the information you give us is practical, necessary and very helpful. I wish I would have found your channel long ago. It would have saved me so much time and money. I learned set lingo the hard way while on set--no one prepared me for what it was like. So it was baptism by fire for sure. So newbie-awkward moments. 😜Thank you for all you do for us actors. I hope greater and greater success comes your way. Namaste
thanks for the vids man. Been trying to get back into something and this helps immensely.
This was great! Thanks for your vids!
Thank you so much Kurt! that was very helpful and much appreciated!!!
Great job! Got some new nuggets of information! Keep it up!!!
These terms were really helpful definitely haven’t heard of them all 😊
Look at you on set!!!! 👏🏾👏🏾
Thank you for helping so many actors! You’re doing a great job 👏
Love this!! Please do more
Thank you sooo much for this!
Thank you! Your channel is very helpful and informative!
Perfect!!Thank you very much!!
This was very helpful! Thank you.
Great video!!
Thank you SO much for making these videos! You have such great energy and good vibes. Thanks a million 💚
My guy I love your videos ❤️
Awesome information thanks.
Thank you SO much Kurt! So happy to see you bossing it out and working on Set! Just wondering, do they really need to know if its a 10-2? hahaha
Yes, they must know. haha. No, most people just say 10-1 for any time they have to go to the bathroom for any reason
@@ActingCareerCenter ahahah!! OK sweet! So funny! Hope you're well Kurt! Thanks again for all these amazing videos - been sharing your page with my acting classmates!
Thanks for being so knowledgeable and insightful
Thank you so much for sharing!!! I appreciate it! ☺️🙌🏻🙏🏻
Can you make more videos like this one ? It was amazing !
Thank you for sharing some ideas and tips about acting. I really learned many new things from you, I hope you continue to help others who wanted to be an actor as well. Thank you
Thanks so much for that Kurt it was really helpful keep it up
So awesome and most helpful. Thank you for your time Kurt ☺️
Congrats Kurt!
Wonderful comments in the thread. Loved the information. I am definitely following.
Even in some of my background role work I heard the point terminology being thrown around in set and another one was sound check take 4,5,6 etc. It is great to know 10-1 and 10-2 especially for myself who drinks loads of water/coffee or some form of beverage.
thanks sm! rlly helpful
This is super useful Kurt. Thank you!
Very informational!
Thank you Mr. Yu!
Just signed up for acting classes this summer wish me luck
Very cool! Thanks Kurt! I didn’t know about Martini, very clever! I also hear “copy that” a lot!
yes, indeed... thank you so much Kurt ! Love this channel... your videos are amazingly good and extremely helpful. Actually hope to take one day real acting classes by you. I'm sure you are an amazing mentor and most likely also an excellent director !
Keep going♥️♥️
This is great! Thank you! Would love if this was a recurring series you do. It’s so scary not knowing terminology! I wish there was an ultimate guide of all the on set terminology, if you know of one or want to create one ;) please share!! P.s. my boyfriend was watching Greenland the other day and called for me during the movie and said look there’s Kurt! You had an awesome scene and killed it!
I'll definitely do more of these!
Hi Kurt, Ive loved watching your videos for months now and I have really gained alot of training from you. Any tips for learning lines of dialogue?
Thanks for watching! Here's a video on that: czcams.com/video/NrYXbl5toDU/video.html
Thx. Good to know.
thanks dude!
New subscriber
such a great channel
Kurt! you're the man 😎
Thanks, Yuey!
From my experience as BG lunch is always 6 hours after they call NDB (Non Deductible Breakfast) not 6 hours from when work or call time begins.
Big difference between Indie and Large scale production, that's for sure!
TERRIFIC video. So helpful! I'm a seasoned pro and I didn't know what 10-1 and 10-2 were or points! Awesome! I know now haha! Great job, Kurt! :-)!!
I have kind of a silly question… was just curious why they need to know specifically if you have to have a 10-1 or 10-2?
Didn’t know if maybe it was the effect it could have on a costume and trying to manipulate it to be able to use the bathroom (like if you have a skin- tight or complicated Superhero etc. costume on)…
or maybe it might help them estimate how long of a break they need to take during filming for you to use the bathroom, etc.? Thanks!
Thank you so much❤️ Hopefully we’ll act together someday😊
This is an amazing channel i hope u get 1mil subs
The best! :)
cant wait for the movie
Cobra season 4? I think yes 😂
Those ten codes are very specific to movie & tv production and I think maybe even specific to Atlanta. At Universal Studios 10-1 means "can't hear you" (over radio) and 10-2 means I can hear you clearly. This is usually said after someone does a radio check & it's the same ten codes that LAPD uses.
"Points!!" Aka "Hot points!!" - "We've got hot points coming through!". Basically means "get out of my way... or bleed"
Martini... my favorite word on set. My second favorite word is Abby Singer.
I don't believe 10-1 is Atlanta specific for bathroom. I've heard LA crews in town say 10-1. If you google search "on set terminology 10-1", every result says it means bathroom break. I can't imagine every single website was written by someone based in Atlanta.
@@ActingCareerCenter Except for LAPD and Universal Studios Hollywood (where I work). At Universal a bathroom break is a 10-100 & a lunch break is a 10-10. Google "LAPD ten codes" or just ten codes in general. In general 10-1 means I can't hear you clearly and 10-2 means I copy. 10-3 means stop transmitting.
I did communications in the US Army before I became an actor & ten codes are different everywhere you go but if you just Google "ten codes" you'll see that there are a few very common codes which are the same everywhere. I think 10-1 and 10-2 for bathroom breaks are specific to actors on set and not common as radio ten codes.
copradar.com/tencodes/
Thank you
I’m the army 10-20 means location. In sets it is shorten to 20.
Hey Kurt! Congrats on booking the role! I found the video very helpful...I have a question to ask you... If actors are not from the U.S, will they still get opportunities for lead roles?
So there are really two separate questions here: 1. Opportunities for actors outside of the US, 2. How does someone get lead roles
1. If someone wants to audition for a project that films in the US, they would most likely need to be living in the US. This has nothing to do with acting and everything to do with immigration and employment law. Foreign nationals cannot legally work in the US unless they are permanent residents or have a work visa of some kind. That being said, there are many movies and tv shows being filmed all over the world. Many actors have made great careers never setting foot in the US.
2. How does someone get opportunities for lead roles? They need to work their way up from the bottom. In order to be considered for lead roles, you need a resume and a demo reel to justify getting that opportunity. If I want to apply for a job to become the CEO of a fortune 500 company but I've never even been a manager before, I'm probably not going to be taken seriously. So for actors, in order to be considered for big roles, you first have to show proof that you can handle the small roles. And then the medium roles. And then the big supporting roles. And finally the lead roles.
@@ActingCareerCenter thank you!
I really appreciate your videos Kurt!! I was booked for a small educational film in May and wondered about the mic every time I went to the restroom. Is there something they should tell actors in advance about turning off the mic for privacy?
You can definitely ask the sound person to turn off your mic. They can usually do this remotely without accessing your mic pack.
Yes, sound sould tell that to you when they wire you up. Some equipment has to be shut off by sound techs themselves. Please do not fiddle with the equipment! Seriously. You screw up a take, you are not going to be popular. If you have problems, go to the AD (Assistant director) or sound person. depending on size of crew.
I’ve heard glass glass glass. The set man told me that was the camera coming through. Is this a common term?
Thank you for all of your info! Very helpful!
Your silver looks awesome 👏
Hello can you do a tour of the trailer please
Hey Kurt, can you post a video about how to analyze a script.
I use my Audition Cheat Sheet to analyze an audition script
Great points on the jargon! The bathroom code seems a little too much info.. I have never heard some of those terms in Los Angeles.. I guess ATL has its own speed .. ( Jargon)
Break A Leg Kurt!
Same here. In LA 10-2 means "I copy you clearly" and 10-1 means "bad copy". These are the codes we use at Universal Studios. A bathroom break is a 10-100; lunch break is a 10-10. If you've gotta take a shit NOW that's an "emergency 10-100". At Universal we use the same ten codes as LAPD because we're all on the same frequency & LAPD has a substation at Universal so they're listening to all our radio traffic - we have to be on the same page and using the standard LAPD ten codes. There's also a police training academy AT Universal Studios.
@@liquidbraino
Hey thanks for the heads up!
I appreciate the clarity on restroom codes & etiquette!
Have a safe holiday weekend!
Hey! I was thinking about moving to Atlanta and going to school there instead of New York, I’m just not prepared for New York at this time, so I think it would be best, what are some of the best schools to go to or classes to take in ATL?
Drama Inc would be the first place I recommend in Atlanta. www.dramainc.net
Welcome to Texas !!
Thanks! I enjoyed the BBQ and the tacos :)
I have a question
Where can I find online acting classes? Do you do teach acting? BTW love your videos!!
Here are some schools with online classes I recommend
Houde School of Acting:
www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration
Drama Inc:
dramainc.net/open-classes
Hey Kurt!! Does these terms work in every movie set or will there be any other terms?
there are many many more terms, these are just a few
@@ActingCareerCenter alrighty then, thanks Kurt 😊👍✌️
When you are doing a self tape you need a reader to the casting crew provide you with one or you have to find one yourself and if you have to find one you’re self how do you find the reader
For self tape auditions, nobody will provide you with a reader. My recommendation is to ask another actor in your acting class. Or you can ask a friend or family member. If all else fails, you can use apps like WeAudition and ActorTrade that provide virtual readers
@@ActingCareerCenter wow I did not know there were apps for that thanks kurt
Question,are u allowed to leave your trailer whenever you want? (In ur free time) or do you have to stay in there until you get called out to film your scenes (so would you be able to go to your cast mates trailer for example)
You can leave, just make sure you don't wander off too far or make sure they know where you are so in case they need you right away they are trying to search for you.
Nothing like 2 am lunch 😋
Kurt Yue, I was wondering if you can tell me how I, as someone that does NOT go to college, can find a creditable acting class near me
If you are looking for acting classes, it does not necessarily have to be from a college or university. I did not get a degree in acting. I took classes from private acting teachers and coaches. You can simply do a google search for acting classes in your city. Another option would be to take classes online. Many acting schools offer classes via zoom now. Here are a couple I recommend:
Houde School of Acting:
www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration
Drama Inc:
dramainc.net/open-classes
Kurt, I was an extra on a film and it had a famous actor. During a break off set, I wanted to tell this actor how I enjoy his work, but did not. Would I have been out of protocol?
It's probably Ok as long as they didn't specifically tell you not to talk to the actors. Personally though, I avoid it because I'm also an actor and I understand that they might be doing internal preparation for a very emotional scene & I don't want to take them out of their zone.
hi, I’m an actress I was wondering what about stunts? Do they have a number or did it just call for Stuts? I just wanna know for future reference
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Can I go to acting classes, even if I’m not constantly at one single location. So let’s say I’m traveling through the US, are there acting classes for just one week or less?
If you're travelling a lot, it's probably better to take an online zoom class that you can take from anywhere.
I have a question: what if the actor is fired during the production and replace the new actor so the movie is shooting from all over again or just the new actor is shooting alongside with the movie ?
1st unit will probably have to do some reshoots with the new actor. Any scenes that the other actor was in will have to be re-shot unless all you see is the back of their head or hands. There may also be some ADR (dialogue replacement).
2nd unit does mostly stunt scenes or any other scenes that the main actors don't have to perform in (cutaway shots). A cutaway shot is just additional footage at the location which they can use later in editing if they have to fix something in post production. For example a simple shot of a clock on the wall or up close shot of a radio or cat sitting in the window. Anything interesting at the location which they can quickly put the camera on and get 30 seconds of footage.
I worked on a documentary once as the camera operator and part of my job was to get "cutaways" during any down time. We were filming at an airport so while everyone else was setting up I walked over toward the runway and got a shot of a plane taking off. It wasn't even our plane but looked almost identical so they ended up using that shot and cut it in during our own take off so it looked like we had footage of our own plane taking off. Of course it would have been impossible for me to get footage of our own plane taking off because I was in it with the camera.
Back To The Future is a perfect example of what can happen when an actor gets fired and they have to reshoot almost the entire movie. Eric Stoltz was originally playing Marty McFly but wasn't getting the laughs they were expecting during screenings so they replaced him with Michael J Fox. There's a ton of videos on CZcams about it and apparently there's a few scenes that he's still in - but you only see the back of his head.
Hello Kurt Yue!
So, is crafty free or do you have to pay for it? 😊
Free to all cast an crew!
Hey how long can it take to become an actor , how long until u get into the industry or into that circle
that's an impossible question to answer because it's different for everyone. That's like asking "how long until someone gets married?":
@@ActingCareerCenter thank u so much when or if i get famous and someone will ask me that where did I get inspiration from it u my friend