Talk-backs and their use

Talk-Backs are an audio communication device shared between; the director, floor manager, and camera operators. On the Studio Floor, these are the only people that need to be able to talk to the director, and even so the talk-back should only be used when extremely necessary. The main Talk-Back box is in the vision control room, which sits in front of the Director.

Protocols:
-Only use when needed. To set instructions or to ask questions.
-Make it short, clear and to the point. Don't go on, this wastes time.
-Request your role and who you want to talk to. E.G. "F.M to Director"
-Never talk over the Director. The crew could miss very significant information, which could affect the show.