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read rewrite In prime-time animation the rewrite that’s done after the table read.

rendering The computer data for each scene is processed into images for viewing during

the production process or for final output.

repeat pan (R pan) A background that has identical images on each end. It repeats in a

cycle.

resolution After the climax, we learn the details of how the story ends. The resolution

should be wrapped up quickly.

retakes When animation production is complete, the producers and executives view the

product to check for quality. Any mistakes are fixed before it’s shot or rendered again.

reverse angle The opposite view.

rigging Adding a skeleton to the model in CGI animation so that it can be animated more

easily.

RV Reverse view.

SA or S/A Same as or same action.

sample script (A) The script that freelance writers provide to help them get a job in TV

cartoons. This is not a script that will be sold. This script is written exactly as if the writer

was writing an episode of an existing series. The sample script is never an episode of the

same series that the writer is pitching to sell his services. (B) An average script from a series,

used by the writer to craft his own script.

SC Scene.

scenes Units of the script. Each scene contains a single event or conversation between

characters that takes place during one period of time and in one single place and moves the

story forward toward a climax and resolution.

screen directions These are camera shots listed in the script (such as ESTABLISHING

SHOT OF THEME PARK, CU ON MARY). Screen directions are written in all capital

letters.

script package A deal in which a writer is guaranteed a certain number of scripts.

slug line The line that introduces each scene. The slug line includes whether the scene is

an exterior or interior, the location, and the time of day. It’s written in caps (such as INTE-

RIOR HAUNTED HOUSE—MIDNIGHT).

soft A concept that tends to be more cuddly and younger as opposed to being more edgy

and older.Strawberry Shortcakeas opposed to South Park.

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