Drehtag
Drehtag is a German term used in the film, video, and photography industries to denote a single day of filming. The term comes from the root Dreh- meaning to shoot or film, and Tag meaning day. It is distinct from the numeral Drei; despite its appearance, it does not mean three days.
Usage: In production planning, a Drehtag is a unit used for scheduling, budgeting, and assigning crew and
Planning and day composition: A typical Drehtag includes setup, lighting and camera work, rehearsals or blocking,
Relation to other terms: The plural Drehtage is commonly used to describe multiple shooting days. Related terms
Usage outside film: The term is also used in commercial photography, fashion shoots, and advertising campaigns
Examples: A production may schedule six Drehtage for a feature, or three Drehtage for a photo campaign.