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Scriptwriting Format for Broadcast
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Shot List
A list detailing every shot for a particular scene, including angles, movement, and composition.
Beat
A slight pause in dialogue or action to emphasize a moment or allow for a reaction.
Action Line
Describes what is happening visually in the scene.
Parenthetical
Provides a brief direction or note about how the character should deliver the dialogue.
Transition
Indicates how one scene transitions to another, such as 'CUT TO:' or 'FADE IN:'.
Story Arc
The narrative structure that provides a framework for the script, with a beginning, conflict, and resolution.
Character Cue
Signifies which character is about to speak or perform an action.
Voice Over (V.O.)
Indicates dialogue to be read by a narrator not seen on screen.
Slugline
Indicates the start of a new scene, giving the location and time of day.
Dialogue
Contains what the characters say within the scene.
Off-Screen (O.S.)
Dialogue spoken by a character that is present in the scene but not currently visible on screen.
Camera Direction
Script notes that indicate the intended movement or focus of the camera during a scene.
Chyron
The on-screen graphic overlaying text, such as character names, locations, or news highlights.
Lower Third
A graphic overlay in the lower third of the screen, typically used for identifying speakers or presenting text information.
Montage
A sequence of shots showing a series of actions over time, often set to music.
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