A production budget template helps film directors, managers, and producers decide the budget needed during pre-production to avoid excess costs. It allows them to write down tasks, expenses for items, and how much money is required. The personnel contact sheet tracks potential and confirmed crew members with useful details like departments. A daily call sheet informs cast and crew of call times and logistical details for filming. A shot list maps out what will occur in each scene and shot with expected use of equipment.