I am going to make my first short and THANK YOU for how to do a shot list. Making a movie is a lot when I have to do the work. I have been on set as an extra and took for granted the work involved, WOW! Everything is already taken care of. I had no idea it was so organized and detailed.
Was very informative and "practical". I like how he made a point to say you'll adjust it, add/remove your own, it's a guide... Instead of insisting do it MY way.
Thank you so much. You are like an angel for me today. I’ve been trying to figure out the shot list for a year. Because of you, I now get it. You are amazing. Thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️🌸🥰
Is there a difference between forward, straight and tracking? LIke on the TV you said moving forward, is there a way to tell thats the actual movement or if that was just a zoom/scale up/in or does that not really matter?
I think you can define it however you’d like! A zoom crop in post will look very different from a dolly push in. So depending on how you want it to look will decide the shot. I guess I would just define it as a “Still (crop in post)” if you decide to do that! Sorry for the late reply!
i have a question. What if im doing a vlogging or cooking video. Should i plan and write sheet like this when filming, or should i just go out and hit record?
@@BenGleasonMedia actually i tried following your method yesterday. i plan a shot list using your template. It was a cooking video, and its actually helped me a lot. The flow is going smooth like water. I got a shot list already and i got more idea coming in mind when in the middle of recording.
Perfect. Simple. Easy. Clear. Public grade school teacher here who's trying to self-learn filmmaking. Please do tutorials for camera movements, shot types, camera angles, and how to use and write on a clapper. If you already have, i'll check em out after this. also, quick question: i have a sony zv e10 with a kit lens only. i intend to upgrade to sigma 30mm but i could find one physically. what i found (actual physical store) is sony 50mm f1.8 oss. is this good enough for youtube talking head? thanks.
Hey great video! Not sure if you know but your google sheets link has somehow merged with a google forms feedback and it has people's personal info. Just letting you know in case you weren't aware. Take care!
Someone has edited the shot list online without downloading it and changing it locally or something like that. I can see all the info (emails and numbers). Guys, please don't edit the list online because 1. It becomes different that Ben's template and 2. You're risking, not only your own, but also your contacts' privacy.
I have a doubt, why did you call it a track shot for the 1st scene first shot? Isnt it a static shot though its handheld? If im wrong, can you kindly explain?
You are right! That typically would be indicated as a “static” shot. I think what I was referring to is the fact that it is handheld which indicates movement. Therefore tracking the subject. But yes that would be a static shot normally! Thanks for the correction 👍
Hi, if I have two characters talking in my scene and I will be cutting between the two talking using MS, do I need to enter each cut (when there would be a new line of dialogue) into a new shot line in the shot list/ production schedule? Or since the entire scene can be shot in two shots (one filming each person) do I need only need two shots on the shot list? Thank you in advance.
That's a good question. Video mentioned in the beginning that since there are only two shots with the same shot type. You only need two lines. The editor will figure out when to cut back and forth. If your character stands up and walks around or if you need to do an extreme close up then you would add that to your shot list. I guess the simple answer is that your SHOT LIST is not a play by play list of your movie. It's a guide/ checklist to make sure you have the coverage you need. EX: Scene 1 CU, Wide, MCU, etc. Scene 2 Wide, Medium Scene 3... This video is super helpful but slightly misleading since the movie itself uses new shot types as it progresses with the exception of the opening scene. Hope it helps.
*hands off shot list to cinematographer* Cinematographer: “Ok I can make this work” *me as an actor sees “shot list”* Me: It’s one of those kind of movies! Eeehhhh, SHOTS SHOTS SHOTS SHOTS!!! Woooo! XD Director: You’re fired. Me: :(
You should make a video about your steps to becoming a cinematographer. Did you go to school, do you have a side job or did you start out with a side job for steady income, any recommendations for building a filmmaking business? Idk, just throwing out ideas. Basically show off what you've done to get where you're at right now? Maybe plans for the future?
Thanks Ben, a question: It may happen that between a WIDE shot and a CU shot, there are changes in the lighting setup. In your opinion, is it always better to compile the shot list sequentially?
That's a great question. It really depends on your preference whether or not you compile your list sequentially. I personally like to do it that way in order to keep with my creative flow while coming up with ideas.
