What is the term used for moving the camera up and down along the Y axis while lowering and raising the tripod base?

The term that describes the movement of the camera up and down along the Y axis while adjusting the height of the tripod base is referred to as pedestaling. This technique allows the operator to create a vertical movement that can enhance storytelling by following action or revealing elements in the scene more dynamically.

Panning involves moving the camera horizontally while keeping its position fixed, which does not relate to vertical movements. Dolling typically refers to moving the camera on a dolly or a wheeled platform, allowing for smooth, lateral or forward/backward movements rather than vertical adjustments. Tilting refers specifically to pivoting the camera up or down from a fixed position, which does not involve raising or lowering the tripod itself.

Therefore, pedestaling is the appropriate term for this specific vertical movement technique in television production.