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AI and a shot list from a script page
Use AI to draft a first-pass shot list from a script page so the director can edit instead of starting from blank.
Creators · Creative AI · ~5 min read
The premise
First-pass shot lists are mechanical. AI can read action and dialogue and propose coverage; the director adds the vision.
What AI does well here
- Propose master, mediums, and singles for each beat.
- Suggest insert shots for objects mentioned in action.
- Flag a moment that probably needs a special setup.
What AI cannot do
- Replace the director's blocking choices.
- Know your DP's lens preferences.
- Predict location constraints.
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Practice this safely
Use a small project example from your own work. The useful move is to compare the AI's draft against your goal, sources, and constraints before you trust it.
- 1Ask AI to explain shot list in plain language, then underline anything that sounds uncertain or too broad.
- 2Give it one detail from "AI and a shot list from a script page" and ask for two possible next steps plus one reason each step might be wrong.
- 3Check coverage against a trusted source, teacher, adult, expert, or original document before you use it.
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