BASICS
DATA SETS
PRODUCT FEATURES
Data in Fabric is managed through an information hierarchy that utilises a number of different User Interface components to organise and store data. There are core attributes that are delivered into each client environment and bespoke and custom fields added into client environments based upon specific business needs. What follows is a summary of the core attributes, delivered to every platform, with relevant context where appropriate.
The highest level properties relating to a title record.
The record properties bar in default state.
The record properties bar in edit state.
| Field | Description |
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| Status | A list of values relating to the status of a title. |
| Security Level | The security level assigned to a records. This aligns with the security level assigned to a user to ensure appropriate record access. A list from 1 - 10, 1 being the highest level of security, 10 being the default level. |
| Catalogs | Clients can create “Catalogs” to categorise their catalog records. This is flexible and is used to group titles by value, Eg; “Premium”, “Archive”, or by any other type of grouping, Eg; “News”, “Sports”. Catalogs can be used as an value when managing User Permissions to restrict user access by catalog type. |
| Actions | The Action buttons reveals a modal that typically contains the third party ID and enrichment services a client has subscribed to (Eg; “IMDb”, “Gracenote”, etc.). Through this modal users can configure and trigger catalogue actions relating to the root record. The Actions modal can also be configured to present controls for other process types, Eg; “Create Asset Placeholders”, etc. |
A summary of the most important attributes of a record, along with the image the best-represent the record.
The record header of a Fabric Studio record.
| Field | Description |
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| Record Category | The highest level of record type categorisation. |
| Title Name | The highest level title of the record, with filter by Language. |
| Meta ID | Fabric’s original record ID. This is automatically generated on record create, without it a record cannot exist. |
| EIDR ID | A field to store the ID from EIDR. This field has a native integration so the ID can be automatically matched & retrieved from the EIDR API, if the record has the mandatory lookup attributes, Eg; Title, Release Year. EIDR registration can also be performed via the same button for lookups that return no matches. |
| Disclaimer | Read only presentation of the Regional Disclaimer. |
The primary tab contains the core metadata that describes the record. These attributes are essential in maintaining a clean & consistent title catalog, and are typically the data attributes that deliver most value in the context of search, discovery and recommendations.
The location of the Metadata tab in the Fabric Studio application.
The highest level production information relating to the title.
| Field | Description |
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| Original Production Number | The client identifier for a given record at the season or episode level. This can be in any format and has no dependencies. Typical examples here are “0701”, “GOTS01E05”, combining season and episode number into a single value. |
| Original Season Number | The sequential number associated with the original release of the Season. |
| Original Running Order Position Number | Applies at the Episode level only. This attribute is sourced directly from the Running Order tab, and denotes the position of this Episode in the Original Running Order of the parent Season. This will be a system-defined integer. |
| Original Airing Order | The Airing order is typically used to enable “binge-watching” across multiple seasons of a show. It is an incremental sequencing of episodes across all episodes, in all seasons within a show. |
| Record Type | The classification of the sub-type of a record category. This is typically used for production technique, Eg; Live Action, Animation, Game Show etc. but also covers additional content type such as Commercials, Gag Reels, Interviews & more. |
| Country of Origin | The country of origin refers to the country where the movie was primarily produced and financed. The country of origin is important in the film industry because it can affect the distribution and marketing of the movie. For example, movies made in certain countries may have more difficulty finding an audience in other countries due to cultural differences or political tensions. Additionally, some countries may have quotas or regulations regarding the number of foreign films that can be screened in theatres, which can impact the movie's distribution. |
| Primary Language | The primary language refers to the main language that is spoken in the movie, which is typically the language spoken by the characters on screen. This is the language in which the dialogue and other audio elements were originally recorded during production. |
| Release Year | Refers to the year in which a program was first principally released. |
| Production Year | Refers to the year that the content was produced within. |
| Approximate Release Duration | Approximate Duration is a field that represents the approximate length of a particular film or TV show, this is presented in hours, minutes and seconds. This is not intended to be used for scheduling or presentation purposes. |
| Sequencial | Use to identify if the title is intended to be presented within a sequence of programs. |
| Brand | Refers to a studio, network, or production company that produces content or its associated intellectual property. It can also refer to a particular type of content or a particular production style that is associated with a particular studio. |
| Production Start Year | If production spanned multiple years, this signifies the first year that production started. |
| Additional Spoken Languages | Additional Spoken Languages refers to any language other than the primary language spoken in a film or TV show that is also featured in the audio track. Examples of additional spoken languages may include subtitled foreign language dialogue, sign language, or other non-primary languages spoken. |
| Additional Countries of Origin | Additional Countries of Origin refers to any countries other than the main country of origin of a film or TV show. For example, if a film is primarily produced in the United States, Additional Countries of Origin may include any countries that provided funding, resources, or personnel to the production. |
| Release Type | Release type is a term used to refer to the type of release a film or TV show has undergone. It can refer to a theatrical release, a DVD/Blu-ray release, a streaming release, or a broadcast release. |
| Studios & Production Companies | Studios and production companies refer to the organisations that are involved in the production process for films and television shows. These companies are typically responsible for the financial aspects of production, such as funding the project, hiring cast and crew, and distributing the finished product. They can also be involved in creative aspects of production, such as providing creative direction, collaborating with writers and directors, or even owning the copyright to a particular show or movie. |
| Licensor | A licensor is the entity or individual that owns the rights to a piece of intellectual property and grants permission for others to use it. |
| Production Country | Production Country is the principal country where the film or television show was produced. |
| Original Aspect Ratio | Original Aspect Ratio is a term used to refer to the width and height of a film or television show's original presentation. It is the ratio of the width of the image compared to the height, usually expressed in a fraction, such as 16:9 or 4:3. This ratio is important because it affects how the film or show is presented in different formats, such as on television or on a website. |
Descriptors (sometimes referred to as labels or keywords) are used to classify and categorise films and television shows, and other media for marketing and classification purposes. They are also used to drive content search & discovery, recommendation services and more frequently specific descriptor data sets are used to drive D2C and streaming service features and functionality.
The Descriptors section in the Metadata tab.
| Field | Description |
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| Genres | Genres are the highest level of thematic categorisation and are use to classify films and TV shows, usually based on common themes, styles, or topics. Examples of genres include comedy, drama, horror, action, fantasy, sci-fi, and documentary. The Fabric Studio list has been curated to match the most broadly adopted industry Genre types. |
| Sub-Genres | Sub-genres refer to categories of films and television shows that are further divided within a larger genre. For example, within the horror genre there are sub-genres such as slasher films, zombie films, monster films, and psychological thrillers. |
| Recommendation Genres | Recommendation Genres are a set of genres used to generate recommendations for films and TV shows based on a user's preferences. These genres are used to find similar titles that a user may be interested in watching. |
| Moods | Moods are a type of metadata that describes the atmosphere of a film or TV show. This metadata can be used to categorise content and help viewers decide which show or movie to watch. Moods may include descriptions such as romantic, suspenseful, funny, dramatic, and more. These are typically utilised to drive D2C and streaming service features and functionality. |
| Action | Refers to actions that are undertaken by characters or objects within the content narrative. These are typically utilised to drive D2C and streaming service features and functionality. |
| Location | Film locations refer to the specific locations where films and TV shows are filmed. This includes both interior and exterior shots, as well as any location that is featured in the film or TV show. This information is often included in the film and TV metadata and can be used to identify the exact location of a particular scene or shot. |
| Tags | Tags are additional keywords or phrases that help to categorise and organise content. |
| Time (Era) | Refers to the time period in which a film or TV show is set. This information helps viewers to identify the genre, style, and culture of the show. It can also be used to determine whether the show is appropriate for certain age groups. |
| Character Types | Character types refer to the different types of characters that appear in a film or television show. They can include protagonists, antagonists, supporting characters, etc. They principally used to drive content search & discovery, recommendation services and more frequently specific descriptor data sets are used to drive D2C and streaming service features and functionality. |
| Keywords | Words or phrases that help to categorise and organise content. |
| SEO Keywords | SEO keywords are keywords or phrases that are included in a film or TV metadata to help make it more searchable online. They are often related to the film's genre, plot, or characters, and are intended to give the film or TV show a higher ranking in search engine results. |
| Product Placement | The inclusion of a product or brand within a film or television program as a form of paid advertisement. It is a marketing technique used to promote a product or service through the depiction of it within a film or television show. |
| Trivia | Trivia is a type of film and TV metadata that describes interesting facts and details about a movie or television show. Examples of trivia include cast and crew members' birthdays, behind-the-scenes production information, filming locations, and film and TV references. |
The Trivia component of the Metadata tab in the Fabric Studio application.
Refers to the age guidance for recommended minimum and maximum age for viewers of a film or television program. This is typically associated with children’s content, Eg; 3-6 year olds, 8-12 year olds.
| Field | Description |
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| Minimum Age | Used to refer to the minimum age suggested for watching a particular film or TV show. |
| Maximum Age | Used to refer to the maximum age suggested for watching a particular film or TV show. |
Certification or “Content Rating Encoding” is the system used to classify films and television programs according to their suitability for different age groups. It is used to provide guidance to viewers, allowing them to make informed decisions about what they watch. Content ratings often appear as symbols or codes that denote the age-appropriateness of a film or TV program, as well as any potentially objectionable content. The ratings are typically assigned by a governmental agency or industry organisation, and may vary from country to country. Fabric Studio supports three types of Content Rating Encoding.
| Field | Description |
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| Official Body | For these ratings, Fabric utilises the MovieLabs Content Rating Encoding standard. The full standard is available to view at the MovieLabs Official Website. |
| External Resource | Supports Ratings data from external sources & services. The default standard utilised in Fabric Studio is the Common Sense Media Rating. |
| Internal | For content that has not yet been official certified, or for content that needs specific ratings for VOD or D2C platform deliveries, clients are able to add their own internal age ratings to content. |
| Region | The country or territory associated with a rating. |
| System | The governing body associated with the issuance of a rating, Eg; MPAA, BBFC, etc. |
| Type | The medium for which which the rating was associated, Eg; Game, Film, TV, etc. |
| Environment | The presentation mechanism associated with a rating, Eg; Broadcast, Theatrical, etc. |
| Rating | The specific Certification assigned to the content, Eg; PG, 12A, etc. |
Allows clients to store URLs relating to a record. This can be used for corresponding pages in another internal system, a third party service page, a D2C product page, or any other type or relevant URL relating to a title.
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | The name of the type of URL, Eg; Official Site, IMDB Page, etc. |
| URL | The actual hyperlink location of the page. |
IDs are unique identifiers assigned to a piece of content, such as a movie or TV show, used to identify the content within a given system or database. Fabric supports three types of ID storage; Client IDs, Supply Chain IDs or Alternate IDs.
The IDs location and tab in the Fabric Studio application.
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Typically, Fabric replaces one or more legacy system within a client ecosystem. This section is intended to store corresponding record IDs from legacy systems to enable the migration of data and services into Fabric Studio.
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This section is intended to store IDs for corresponding records and assets in other systems in the clients supply chain. This typically includes systems like Rights, Scheduling, Finance, Image and Asset Management as is initially populated with a number of commonly used third party vendor systems.
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This section is used to store the IDs of the corresponding records in external third party systems and databases.
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The regional tab is where the descriptive metadata is stored for a record, this includes multiple Title types, Descriptions, and additional fields like copyright, disclaimers and more.
The location of the Regional tab in the Fabric Studio application.
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Titles refer to the names of films and TV shows. They are the main identifier for a specific piece of media, and serve as the highest level description of a show or movie.