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Assistant directing & set coordination · Core

First assistant director

Also called: 1st AD

ELI5

The assistant director who plans and manages the shooting day, set operation, schedule and safety coordination.

Used in conversation

“Please bring the first assistant director into the next production meeting.”

Pitch context

You may encounter “First assistant director” in production, set safety, stunts & practical effects conversations or materials.

Why it matters: Explains the physical-production roles, plans and safety systems behind the shoot.

Sources & evidence · 4

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