The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word FILMING
I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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Buddy explains!
The straight part
We know that "Shooting" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case shooting = filming.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does FILMING mean?
FILMING verb- To record (activity, or a motion picture) on photographic film.
- To cover or become covered with a thin skin or pellicle.
- The action of the verb to film.