This document discusses pre-production steps for filmmaking. It lists 15 key pre-production steps including locking the script, finalizing the budget, hiring key production heads, scouting locations, casting talent, and creating storyboards and shot lists. It emphasizes the importance of thorough pre-production planning but also remaining flexible during the production process to adapt to changing circumstances.
13. 15 PRE-PRODUCTION STEPS
1. LOCK THE SCRIPT
2. FINALIZE BUDGET
3. START YOUR LLC. (NOT APPLICABLE HERE)
4. HIRE KEY PRODUCTION HEADS
5. BREAKDOWN THE SCRIPT
6. CREATE THE STORYBOARDS
7. SCOUT & SECURE LOCATIONS
8. CAST YOUR TALENT
9. REV UP THE ART DEPARTMENT
10.PERMITS & INSURANCE
11.SCHEDULE YOUR SHOOT
12.CREW UP
13.CREATE A SHOT LIST
14.TECH SCOUT
15.GEAR UP
14. PRODUCTION IS A GO!
1. SAFETY
2. PROVIDE MEAL & BEV.
3. DESIGNATE DIT PERSON
4. WEAR COMFY SHOES
5. STICK TO PRE-PRO PLAN
And most importantly…
6. BALANCE STICKING TO THE
PLAN WITH BEING FLEXIBLE
TO WHAT REALITY GIVES YOU.
JUST ASK STEVEN SPIELBERG…
