SmartSlate

SmartSlate SmartSlate is professional film production software built for real working producers and filmmakers. Break down scripts with precision.

Build accurate shooting schedules. Generate stripboards that actually reflect production reality.

03/21/2026

Why SmartSlate?
We're filmmakers. We designed and programmed it for us..but you'll love it, too.

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One scene changes…the entire schedule unravels.So you start again. Rebuilding stripboards, fixing breakdowns, chasing up...
03/19/2026

One scene changes…
the entire schedule unravels.

So you start again. Rebuilding stripboards, fixing breakdowns, chasing updates across tools—and burning hours you don’t have.

SmartSlate was built for that moment.

See how to update a production schedule in minutes when scenes change—without rebuilding everything and without jumping between five different tools.

This is a quick, live demo. No fluff. Just how it actually works.
Bring a scene or short script. If there’s time, and you're selected, we’ll run it LIVE in the software and give you 30 days access*.

Reserve your spot:
https://forms.gle/2FQZTKd7Cur9ASxj6

For UPMs, Line Producers, and indie filmmakers who need their workflow to keep up.

Social PostFilm production gets complicated fast. Scripts, breakdowns, budgets, stripboards, cast days, locations, and s...
03/16/2026

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Film production gets complicated fast. Scripts, breakdowns, budgets, stripboards, cast days, locations, and schedules all competing for attention.

That chaos is exactly why SmartSlate exists.

SmartSlate brings the core tools producers actually use into one streamlined platform:

• Script Breakdowns
• Stripboard Scheduling
• Budget Planning
• Cast & Crew Tracking
• Multi-Episode Production Scheduling

Whether you’re producing a feature film, series, or vertical content, SmartSlate helps keep every department aligned and every production day on track.

Stop juggling spreadsheets and disconnected tools.
Run your production from one slate.

Congrats to the new project "Awaking Soul" using SmartSlate Production Software!
03/08/2026

Congrats to the new project "Awaking Soul" using SmartSlate Production Software!

One of the biggest expenses on any film set isn’t cameras or locations.It’s food.Keeping cast and crew fed every day mea...
03/07/2026

One of the biggest expenses on any film set isn’t cameras or locations.

It’s food.

Keeping cast and crew fed every day means tracking headcount, managing meals, and making sure nothing gets missed. When that process is messy, budgets slip and production slows down.

SmartSlate now solves that.

Introducing the Catering & Crafty Management Module inside SmartSlate.

Track daily headcounts.
Plan breakfast, lunch, dinner, and crafty.
Adjust counts for cast, crew, and extras.
Generate instant catering reports for production.

No spreadsheets.
No guesswork.
No last-minute chaos on set.

Production management should be simple.

SmartSlate keeps your schedule, budget, and now your catering organized in one place.

Smart production isn’t just about writing scripts. It’s about controlling time and money.That’s why SmartSlate was built...
03/07/2026

Smart production isn’t just about writing scripts. It’s about controlling time and money.

That’s why SmartSlate was built differently.

Most production tools stop at call sheets and scheduling. SmartSlate goes further.

What makes SmartSlate different from StudioBinder:

• Built-in Production Budgeting – Track real costs, plan departments, and manage spending inside the same system you schedule your film. No jumping between software.

• Episode-Based Scheduling – Producing a series or vertical drama? Schedule all episodes together or schedule each episode individually. Shoot Episode 1 and 4 on the same day if needed. The system adapts to real production workflows.

• Full Production Pipeline – Script breakdowns, stripboards, scheduling, DOOD reports, and budgeting all in one place.

For features, series, shorts, and streaming productions, SmartSlate gives producers the flexibility traditional tools don’t.

Production moves fast. Your software should too.

SmartSlate Studio
https://smartslate.studio

Most productions don’t fall apart because of bad scripts.They fall apart because of bad planning.If your breakdown is me...
03/04/2026

Most productions don’t fall apart because of bad scripts.
They fall apart because of bad planning.

If your breakdown is messy…
Your schedule will be messy.
If your schedule is messy…
Your budget bleeds.

SmartSlate gives filmmakers what the big studios use:
✔ Script Breakdowns
✔ Stripboards
✔ Shooting Schedules
✔ Budget Tracking
✔ DOODs
✔ Production Organization

Stop managing your film in spreadsheets.

Start running it like a real production.

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🎬 Experienced Producers & Line Producers — We Need Your Eyes.We’re looking for 3–5 experienced filmmakers who regularly ...
02/27/2026

🎬 Experienced Producers & Line Producers — We Need Your Eyes.

We’re looking for 3–5 experienced filmmakers who regularly use breakdown, scheduling, and budgeting software to beta test SmartSlate.

If you’ve worked with professional production tools before and understand real-world workflows, we want your honest feedback.

What you’ll do:
• Run a real project through SmartSlate
• Test breakdown, scheduling, budgeting, post & deliverables
• Give structured feedback on workflow, clarity, and functionality

What you’ll receive:
🎥 A One-Time Project License (Full Access)
💼 Direct input into shaping the future of SmartSlate
🚀 Early access to upcoming features

This is not for beginners.
We’re specifically looking for experienced production professionals who know what should work — and aren’t afraid to say what doesn’t.

Spots are limited to 3–5 testers.

Comment “BETA” or send us a DM with your experience.

Creating Your Shooting Schedule and Stripboard - Video Tutorial
02/26/2026

Creating Your Shooting Schedule and Stripboard - Video Tutorial

In this video, I walk you through the process of creating your shooting schedule using the stripboard feature. We set a start date for production on March 2nd and decided to cover about five pages a day, estimating a total of two shooting days for our short script. I demonstrate how to manually arra...

Here's a tutorial on importing a script and breaking it down using SmartSlate Production software.This tutorial will gui...
02/26/2026

Here's a tutorial on importing a script and breaking it down using SmartSlate Production software.

This tutorial will guide you through the process of importing your script and performing a comprehensive breakdown using SmartSlate Production software.

Importing Your Script:

1. Open SmartSlate and navigate to the "Import" or "File" menu, then select "Import Script."
2. Choose the script file format that you are using (e.g., PDF, DOCX, or screenplay format).
3. Select the script file from your computer. SmartSlate will then parse the script and organize the information.

Script Breakdown:

1. Once the script is imported, SmartSlate will display the scene breakdowns.
2. You can then customize the breakdown to include details such as:
* Characters involved in each scene
* Locations
* Props
* Special effects
* Vehicles
* Any other relevant information

3. After the breakdown is complete, you can generate reports, schedules, and stripboards based on the data.

In this video, I walk you through our software's dashboard and demonstrate how to create a new project and import your script. Once imported, the software breaks down your script into scenes, identifying wardrobe, props, and other elements needed for production. I highlight that it takes about 15 to...

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