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The shot list template
video pros actually use
Build a professional shot list online in minutes. Add scenes, choose shot types, angles, and camera movement from dropdowns — then print a clean table your whole crew can follow.
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What is a shot list — and why every shoot needs one
A shot list is a detailed, ordered plan of every shot you intend to capture — organised by scene or location, with technical specifications that tell your crew exactly what each setup requires. It bridges the gap between your creative vision and the practical reality of executing a shoot day on schedule.
Without a shot list, shoot days run long because the director or editor is making decisions in the moment rather than in advance. Coverage gaps appear in the edit — the cutaway you needed for the jump cut was never flagged on the day. Equipment isn't prepared because nobody knew the drone was needed for scene 4. A shot list converts creative thinking into a repeatable, executable plan that every member of the crew can work from independently.
For solo videographers and small crews, a shot list serves a second purpose: it forces a creative decision about every shot before you get on set, which means you arrive knowing exactly what you're trying to capture. That clarity is measurably faster than improvising coverage on the day.
Everything a professional shot list needs
This free template includes all the fields that matter for real-world productions — not just a basic table.
Multi-scene structure
Organise shots by scene or location. Collapsible scenes keep the view clean on complex productions with 50+ shots.
12 shot types, 6 angles, 13 movements
All standard types available via dropdowns — WS, MCU, CU, OTS, POV, Aerial, and more. Angles from worm's eye to aerial. Movements from static to gimbal.
Done checkboxes for the shoot day
Tick shots off as you capture them. The counter shows how many are left in each scene and in total.
Equipment and duration fields
Flag specialist kit (drone, macro, slider) and estimate shot duration. Essential for scheduling and briefing crew the night before.
Clean print-to-PDF
Outputs a compact, crew-readable table with a clear header per scene. No extra software. Works from any browser.
Shot number auto-generated
Shots are numbered automatically per scene (1A, 1B, 2A, etc.) and are editable if your numbering system differs.
How to create a shot list in 4 steps
Start to finish in under an hour for most productions.
Create your scenes
Add a scene for each location or sequence. Give each a name and location — your crew needs to know where they're going.
Add shots to each scene
Use the dropdowns to pick shot type, angle, and movement. Write a one-line description so the DP and director are aligned on the intention.
Note equipment and duration
Flag specialist kit per shot and estimate duration for scheduling. This is the step most people skip — and the one that causes the most delays.
Print for the day
Print to PDF. Check shots off as you capture them. See your progress in real time.
Who uses a shot list template
Anyone who plans and executes video shoots — from solo creators to full crews.
Directors and videographers
Use it to plan creative coverage before the shoot day. Arrive knowing exactly what you need to capture and in what order — so you spend time on set executing, not deciding.
Directors of photography
A shot list with equipment flags tells you exactly what lenses, rigs, and lighting setups each scene requires. No last-minute discoveries on the day.
Production managers
Use the shot list to build the shooting schedule — group scenes by setup complexity, note which shots need specialist crew, and build realistic time estimates for each setup.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know.
A shot list template is a structured document that lists every shot you plan to capture during a video production, organised by scene or location. It typically includes fields for shot number, shot type (wide, close-up, OTS, etc.), camera angle, movement, equipment needed, and a brief description. A template gives you a consistent format so you spend your prep time filling it in rather than designing it from scratch.
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