naming convention
Agreed upon standardized format of naming files or project components.

negative space
The empty space around and between the objects in frame.

node
A component of some software. Each node contains specific tools or effects that can be applied to an asset or shot if the node is linked or connected to that asset/shot. The effect will be disabled when the node is unlinked. Multiple nodes can be linked together to create a desired final look.

noise
Often used in shots to describe the graininess we see after the render.

NTSC
National Television System Committee; A technical standard or format that editorial exports need to adhere to in order to be compatible with specific television settings. (i.e. resolution, frame rate)

Nuke
Most commonly used software in Compositing.

NURBs
Non-Uniform Rational B-spline; A type of 3D model, opposite to polygonal models, that is much smoother or curved. Also Frances’ favourite word in CG.