What does OTS refer to in shot types?

• A. On The Side
• B. Over The Set
• C. Outside The Shot
• D. Over the Shoulder

Answer: (D)

OTS stands for Over The Shoulder. This shot is filmed with the camera positioned just behind one character’s shoulder, so you see the back of their head and shoulder in the foreground while the other character’s face appears in the background. This framing places the viewer in the perspective of the character being “over the shoulder,” which helps convey the relationship and spatial connection between the characters during dialogue. It’s especially effective for emphasizing reaction and eye contact while maintaining a sense of who is looking at whom. Other terms listed aren’t standard names for shot types, so they don’t describe the camera position and framing the way Over The Shoulder does.