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Film Production Checklist

Film Production Checklist

Nicole Nichols-West

Channel: Nicole Nichols-WestPublished on Dec 29, 2011

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Pre-production
- Lock your script - it needs to be as complete as possible, before you shoot.
- Have your writer sign an "Assignment of Rights" with the production coordinator.
- Write your budget.
- Have your budget confirmed with you Executive Producer.
- Do a script breakdown and create strip boards, a production schedule and shooting schedule.
- Find and book crew & confirm dates.
- Prepare contracts for all crew members.
- Scout locations.
- Cast the show.
- Start cast rehearsals with the director.
- Print out the paperwork file from the web page and distribute to the proper personnel.
- Lock locations at least one full month before shooting.
- Complete all film permits, location agreements and certificates of insurance.
- Meet with the production coordinator to do cash advances and check requests.
- Order film or tape stock to the production coordinator.
- Order sound tape.
- Schedule the equipment.
- Place any orders for equipment rental with the production coordinator.
- Make sure all department heads are meeting with the director.
- Have a safety meeting with the safety manager.
- Have a tech scout.
- Have a final production meeting with crew.
Equipment
- Camera, sound, lighting, grip.
- Book equipment (deposits, payment schedules)
- Determine how to get equipment to location.
- Make equipment list.
- Test equipment (allow time to process and view).
- Determine who will pick up equipment prior to shoot.
Stock
- Order stock.
- Get stock to location.
- Determine what containers will stock be transported in?
- Decide how will stock be stored on location.
- Does stock need to be sent ahead to various location?
Locations
- Arrange country film permits and filming requirements.
- Arrange location permits & location agreements.
- Get location details (address, phone, fax, contact name, directions, map, parking).
- Check for power availability and voltage.
- Check for special clothing or other requirements.
- Check food, water and toilets.
- Check security if gear to be left overnight.

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Nicole Nichols-West

Channel: Nicole Nichols-WestPublished on Dec 29, 2011

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