These terms are frequently seen and used when producing a script. Below are some general research I have gathered regarding the terms.
One Sentence Pitch
This is the key sentence that tells the audience what is the essence of your story. There are other variations, including One Paragraph, or Two Paragraph pitches. Its purpose is to grab the attention of the reader.
A one sentence pitch do not have to be extremely short, nor should it be hundreds of words long. The use of semi-colons and subordinating conjunctions can help to break up the parts in your single sentence. Take note that the end of the story is not to be divulge within the sentence.
Log Line
A 1-sentence summary or short synopsis of a television program, film or script. Like the One Sentence Pitch, it is used to grab the viewers' interest.
Synopsis
It is a brief summary or condensed statement of a finished script or prose.
Character Bio
The description and background of a character from the story. It shows how well the author/writer knows about the character.
Storyline
This may refer to the plot or subplot of a story. It describes the story in all details.
Climax
Also known as the turning point of a narrative work. It is the highest point of tension or drama, when the action starts and a solution or resolution is then provided.
Scene Breakdown
This shows the general structure of the story. There is a traditional Three Act Structure (Paradigm), which breaks into: "SET-UP", "CONFRONTATION", and "RESOLUTION". It presents a clear structure or frame for the readers to understand, especially for complicated series of scenes.
Beats
It is a term used to describe the timing and movement of a film or play. They can be used as pacing elements for measuring or create the pace that moves the progress of the story forward.
Plots / Sub-plots
The important events that happen in the story. The Plot is the main storyline, while Sub-plot is the secondary storyline that is separate from the main plot but still happening within the same story. The main plot and sub-plot can also be interweaved together.
Turning Points
Points in a story where a crucial character is forced to make an important decision. The chosen decision will lead to the outcome.
Script
The script is a combination of everything above. The script will include dialogue lines of characters and everything else in finer details.
Hook
Also sometimes referred to as a "Teaser". It is a short compilation of scenes (for films) or quotes (for books) that is meant to capture the interest of the audience so they will become interested to know more.
Motive
The reasons for the characters to do what they intend to do in the story.
Conflict
An obstacle; be it an antagonist, or problem that the character (most likely the protagonist) encounters in the storyline.
Dramatic Sequence
Also known as a "Chain Reaction". One action leads to another, which all follow in a sequence. A cause-and-effect.
Resolution
A closure to the story. The plot is likely to be solved in this part, and the climax of the story is brought to an end.
Outcome
The result or consequence that comes at the end of a resolution.
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