Which term is a small microphone worn by talent to capture dialogue?

• A. Lavalier Mic
• B. Gaffer
• C. Grip
• D. Group Walla

Answer: (A)

The term is lavalier mic. It’s a small microphone clipped to the talent’s clothing so you can capture dialogue hands-free while keeping the mic hidden from the camera. This placement puts the mic close to the mouth, yielding clear dialogue with less room reverberation and ambient noise than a mic on a stand or a boom.

This differs from other terms: a gaffer is the head of the lighting department, a grip works with rigs and dollies, and group walla refers to overlapping crowd voices recorded to simulate a crowd. Lavalier mics are favored for on-screen dialogue because they move with the talent and stay out of frame, though they can pick up clothing rustle and require proper wind control in outdoor shoots.