Production · term
Squib
A small pyrotechnic or pneumatic effect used to create a controlled impact, burst, or bullet-hit illusion.
In practice
Only qualified special-effects personnel design, prepare, secure, test, and fire it under the approved safety plan.
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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.