In broadcasting, the abbreviation OC is commonly understood to mean what?

• A. On Camera
• B. On Community
• C. Over the Shoulder
• D. Open Caption

Answer: (A)

In broadcasting, shorthand like OC is used to tell the crew whether a person will be seen by the audience. OC stands for On Camera, meaning the talent is in front of the lens and should be lit, framed, and mic’d for a visible appearance. This cue helps the director, camera operator, and talent coordinate timing, camera angles, and makeup so the shot matches what the audience will see.

The other options don’t fit typical broadcast usage. Over the Shoulder refers to a specific shot type rather than a status of being shown on screen, and Open Caption describes text displayed on screen, not a person’s presence. On Community isn’t a standard broadcast term. So OC reliably means On Camera in this context.