Tutorials – Breakdown – Intro to Scheduling
Unlock the secrets of creating a successful shooting schedule. Dive into the process of scheduling scenes and how to optimize your production.
Scheduling
What is Turnaround in Film — Definition & Examples Explained
Filmmakers dream of getting the greenlight– the go-ahead from a studio to get started on their project. But even a greenlight doesn’t necessarily mean a movie will see the light of day, or the darkness of a theater. There is still, unfortunately, the possibility of a turnaround. What does turnaround mean in film, and how does it come about?Continue reading What is Turnaround in Film — Definition & Examples Explained
Short Film Schedule Tips — How to Plan Your Entire Production
Short films are unique in the sense that they’re usually produced under tighter budgets and stricter time-frames than their feature-length counterparts. As such, we thought it would be a good idea to break down how to make a short film schedule, so you can plan your production as efficiently as possible. By the end, you’ll have everything you need in order to create a short film schedule and stick to it.Continue reading Short Film Schedule Tips — How to Plan Your Entire Production
A Filmmaker’s Guide to Shooting Schedules
A Filmmaker's Guide to Shooting Schedules (FREE Ebook)Understand the fundamentals of creating a shooting schedule from start to finish.How to Create Shooting SchedulesMaster the film scheduling process, from start to finishThere are a lot of variables to consider when creating a real-world shooting schedule — time to prep, time to shoot, availability of talent, crew, locations, vendors, union requirements and break times to name a few. These are considerations that take filmmakers and 1st ADs years to master. With this ebook, we will fast-track your skillset so you can jump into any production and create an effective, and realistic, shooting schedule in…
How to Manage Shooting Locations in StudioBinder
INT. BATHROOM, EXT. SANTA MONICA PIER, EXT. NEW YORK STREET. What do all of these have in common? Well, first of all, they’re all scene headings, at least two-thirds of one. Secondly, they’re all different places or locations. There isn’t a set rule on how many locations to include in a script, but remember that each location comes with its own set of logistics. It used to be that you’d put the information into a spreadsheet, copy and paste as needed. That becomes redundant quickly. StudioBinder’s locations page makes this process easier by allowing you to input the information once.…
How to Create a One Line Schedule for Any Production
If you’ve ever been an AD on a production you know how massive a shooting schedule can become, especially on a feature. So much so, that when printing one out, you should probably add a line to your budget for paper and ink. That’s where our dear friend the one-liner comes in. Follow along for a step-by-step on how to create a one line schedule that can save you time and money on your next production.Continue reading How to Create a One Line Schedule for Any Production
How to Schedule a Musical: Breaking Down La La Land
Musicals are a special breed of filmmaking that requires a LOT of preparation and planning to pull off. There is singing, and dancing, and music. And it all has to be presented in the script in a particular way.In this post we’ll look at some of the special considerations that go into making a musical using La La Land as our guide. Continue reading How to Schedule a Musical: Breaking Down La La Land
How to Find and Schedule “Hidden” Shoot Locations in a Script
You’ve got a script. You’re getting ready to shoot. Before you go into production, you’ll need to do a script breakdown.Continue reading How to Find and Schedule “Hidden” Shoot Locations in a Script
VFX: How to Use a Green Screen Like a Pro in 4 Easy Steps
"Ahorse walks into a gym" is not the opening of a bad joke. Not for me. See, for me it was the reality I faced in scheduling a complicated VFX composite shot. We had to get a horse on a treadmill in a crowded health club. Just another day for an AD. What is VFX like on a practical level? How do you create cool video effects? I’ll show you how to use VFX, how to use a green screen, and how to plan a composite shot on a deadline. Whether you need a horse on a treadmill for an…
15 Pro Tips to Create a More Encouraging Production Schedule
Let's face it, shooting schedules can be super complicated. Who’s available when? How do we shoot the most expensive elements? It’s easy to forget that a production schedule is as much a psychological tool as it is a logistical one. Here's how to make a schedule for your shoot that will increase the productivity and positivity of your team.Continue reading 15 Pro Tips to Create a More Encouraging Production Schedule
