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Production · term

Craft services

Also known as crafty, craft service.

The on-set provision of snacks, drinks, and light food for cast and crew.

In practice

Craft services maintains drinks and light food near the working company throughout the day, while catering generally serves scheduled meals. Staffing, hygiene, allergies, dietary needs, waste, and applicable labor rules remain production responsibilities.

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Sources

  1. E-learning glossary · ScreenSkills
  2. Film Industry Terminology · California Film Commission

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.