Production · term
Unit call
Also known as general crew call.
The general time at which the shooting unit is expected to be ready to begin its scheduled workday.
In practice
Individual departments and performers may have earlier or later calls; the daily call sheet is controlling, and local or collective-agreement rules determine paid-time treatment.
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Sources
- 2023 Basic Agreement · Directors Guild of America
- High-end TV scripted production paperwork · ScreenSkills
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.