Production · term
Microphone dip
The unintended appearance of a microphone or boom within the recorded frame.
In practice
Clarify safe frame lines and movement, rehearse changing headroom, and coordinate operator and boom timing.
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Sources
- Film Industry Terminology · California Film Commission
- E-learning glossary · ScreenSkills
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.