Slating Basics

Part One: Functions of the slate

Slating, as it refers to the film industry, is a practice that dates back to the earliest days of cinema. It’s a simple and effective way of communicating many different pieces of information simul...

Part Two: “Dressing” the slate

Dressing the slate refers to the listing of information, “permanent” and non-permanent, that will be posted on the face of the slate during the course of a production. These items are constantly in...

Part Three: How to slate in 6 steps

Once you have properly prepared the slate it’s time to use it! Slating especially for the first time can be a bit nerve-racking. I have listed below 6 steps to make the process as simple as possibl...

Part Four: 8 key slating terms

Slating is generally a simple practice but some setups can create special circumstances that affect how you perform the task. Listed below are 8 critical key words and phrases you might hear called...