The Two–

Column Shooting

Script

Jump Cuts

Matched Action

Sequence Shooting

The Two–Column Shooting Script

A shooting script contains a very detailed

description of all shots, locations, characters,

action, sound and technical details of the

film

The Two–Column Shooting Script

The shooting script is a breakdown of ALL camera placements and movements.

All shots must have bolded shot and angle descriptions

The Two–Column Shooting Script

Example two-column script

ECU- extreme close up

CU- close up

MCU- medium close up

LS- long shot or FS- full shot

POV – Point of view

The Two–Column Shooting Script

Remember to include changes in camera ANGLES in your descriptions as well.

The Two–Column Shooting Script

Any special effects or titles should also included in the shot descriptions.

The Two–Column Shooting Script

The shooting script includes the exact dialogue, music and sound effects you will

hear at each precise moment of production.

The Two–Column Shooting Script

Examples and helpful tips can be found on the “Digital Video Helpful Stuff”

page of my website!

The Two–Column Shooting Script