Have you ever tried to make a short film but felt daunted by what you should have on set? This is a list of all the practical things that I have noticed are most useful for no-budget films! They're heavily overlooked when people talk about getting in...<3
Sections
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Pre-Production
On Set
Pre-Production
this is what I personally use and love <3 writing with a program meant for screenwriting is much better than Docs!
Screenwriting Platform
On Set
doesn't matter what clipboard it is, but SUPER helpful to have to keep the script, call sheet, and other papers on you!
Clipboard
more important than grip tape! use it for marking actors positions, labeling things, putting things up/together, etc.
Painter's Tape
buy a few of several sizes! super helpful to put things up last minute or for easy production design things
Clamps
don't leave location a mess or overflowing with your crew's trash! also good for blacking out windows
Black Trash Bags
doesn't need to have a bunch of things, but having one with the basics will come in clutch!
Multi-tools
you don't have to buy one tbh–use your library! but make sure to at least print your shot list and sides (the scenes you're shooting that day). if you don't have a tablet, you'll want to print things like your callsheet storyboards as well
Printer
make sure you don't lost it! good for marking things
