Key Definitions

To establish a common language for this document and FPS, let's define the key elements seen throughout the software:

Asset

A deliverable, or group of deliverables, which is tracked in the staging system. Examples include characters, props, and images.

Sequence

A group of shots, usually comprising the shots that take place in a given location or set of locations across multiple editorial cuts.

Shot

A set of frames that make up a specific editorial cut, along with the group of tasks that are working towards producing these frames.

Take

Work submitted for review that is identified by a unique tracking number and take number.

Take numbers

Sequentially issued numbers unique within a task on a given sequence and shot or asset.

Task

A specific item of work, such as modeling, animation, or lighting.

Tracking numbers


Sequentially issued numbers unique to the show; meant to act as serial numbers for each piece of artist work submitted for review.