SD
Standard definition (less than 720p). Not of much use anymore unless it’s for artistic purposes.
Show Black
When you’re part of a stage crew, basic black clothing is the common, required uniform. This allows a crew person to disappear into the darkness backstage or be less obvious on a set. This specific style of dress can mean a black long-sleeved shirt, black pants (no jeans), and black shoes (tennis shoes or boots, no sandals).
Soft Book / Hold
A request to hold time in a person’s calendar for work that is not yet confirmed. You may hear, “Pencil it in,” meaning it could be erased, the job is tentative.
