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Camera movement & support · Specialist

Jib

ELI5

A small crane-like arm used to raise, lower or sweep the camera.

Used in conversation

“Let’s test the jib before we lock the camera and lighting setup.”

Pitch context

This term helps a treatment describe how the camera or light will shape the viewer's experience.

Why it matters: Explains what the image should look like and how it can be framed, captured and lit.

Connected terms

  • Camera craneA crane supports larger and longer camera movement; a jib is a smaller pivoting arm used for similar movement over a shorter range.
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