glossary of video production and video editing terms

Jog To move forward or backward through video or audio media using slower, variable speeds.

JPEG Also JPG. Joint Photographic Experts Group. An international standard for still picture data compression.

Jump Cut An instantaneous transition between two scenes that have identical subjects in slightly different screen locations, which makes the subject appear to jump within the screen. A cutaway shot or B-roll footage can often remedy the distracting jump appearance.