Background actors are people who are cast in a production to fill a scene. They typically do not have speaking roles, and they are not always required to have acting experience. Learn more about what background actors do!

“Wrap” is a phrase used to indicate the end of filming, and it is a tradition for a wrap party to be held after principal photography has been completed and the project is ready to go into post-production. Learn more about who takes care of coordinating and hosting wrap parties and what they are also great for!

A studio teacher (also known as a set teacher) provides on-set education for children under 18 years of age working in the entertainment industry. Studio teachers must teach a wide range of subjects as well as look after the health, safety and well-being of child actors. Learn more about what studio teachers do and where you can find more information regarding the employment of minors for the entertainment industry in Nevada!

The 2nd AC, also known as the clapper loader, has many responsibilities that help film production shoots run smoothly. In addition to assisting the 1st AC, 2nd ACs must also manage film stock and camera reports, operate the slate, create reference points for focus settings, and more. Learn more about what 2nd ACs do and why they are so important!

1st AC, also known as a focus puller, is responsible for maintaining (or pulling) focus on the subject or action being filmed. Learn more about what 1st ACs do!