I got this video recommended to me (Go RUclips algorithms!) and I want to say that I am absolutely psyched too see more RUclips videos about Script Supervising! I subscribed and am very much looking forward to more videos!
Oh, that makes me feel so great to know I'm helping. I didn't have anything like this when I first started, so I wanted to share. Let me know what you're struggling with so I can help. And thank you for subscribing.
@@scriptimonicaonset Thank you! I ended up buying the Neck light you linked to in the description, it arrived today and I really can't wait to try it out on set! I've been using this clip-on reading light until now and while it does the job it has also been source of frustration, the abysmal battery time alone makes it very obvious that it was a device intended for people who wants to read for a little bit in bed before falling asleep and definitely not for people who will want it the light to be on for an 8-10 hour work day. I'm convinced that it's gonna be a huge quality of life improvement so I'm glad you listed it as a recommendation.
@@EWilleAndersson awesome! I’ve tried them all and this one was a game changer. Even when I wasn’t using it on set, just walking to the bathroom outside in the dark in pitch black was so so useful. You will love it. Just keep a charger cord on hand. Although it lasts quite a long time. Let me know how it turns out.
@@scriptimonicaonset I finally got the opportunity to try it out it on a night shoot in a dark forest this past weekend and I can only concur, what a game changer! I'm never going back to my tiny clip on lamp if I can help it. The only mishap was that I forgot to charge it after the first day but it still almost made it through the second day as well. (Near the end of the second day I had improvise by wearing it with a small power bank and charger cord attached which was less than optimal but at the same time a lesson learned.)
Question - Since you have the two pouches full of pens and other supplies on top, do you find it difficult to write on the facing page since the facing page is laying on top of the bulky pouches? It doesn't seem like it is on a smooth surface to write on. I can see it getting easier as you get deeper into the script but the first few pages might be more problematic.
Hi Ed, yes, you’re right. That’s why in the video I make a comment about the pouches being put in your bag. I just put them there so that you can see that they existed and IF you want to put one there to keep extra pencils close you can. I always kept these pouches in my bag. Thank you for your comment. I really like clarifying things for you so that you’re not confused.
@@scriptimonicaonset Thank you for that clarification. I trained as a script supervisor many years ago by Robert Gary just before he passed. As I was navigating the freelance world trying to get as much experience as I could I got hired at a production company as Technical Manager. It was only supposed to be a 7 week job but turned into 13 years. I'm now a free agent and trying to get back into this. Your videos are wonderful and been very helpful shaking out the cobwebs. Thank you and look forward to seeing more.
That makes me so happy to hear that. I know when I first started I didn’t have anything like this to help me out and I knew there was a big need for it. And it helps that I love to teach as well. I’ll be putting out a new video this week on the daily log. Let me know what questions you have and what kind of videos might help you.
@scriptimonicaonset Just a funny story to share. Robert told me a story when he was first starting out. It was 1952 and he was working on a Cecil B. DeMille film as an extra. He told me that he kept noticing this short pudgy guy wearing a suit running around on set and he realized that every time the director would go and sit down, he would run over with a stool and place it underneath him. Robert, then looked at me and said "That's your job as a script supervisor. To make the sure the Director doesn't fall on his ass". : ) I really miss that guy.
LOL. I had heard that story before but never like that...lol! And it's so true and also we have to give our advice to make the director think it's their idea!
Yes. And I am creating new videos to help with that. More people are going digital but it’s important to know how to use pencil and paper as a back up in case something happens to your computer.
Yes I was a Paper user as well. Using iPad since last 4 years and use numbers/excel for the logging. I wish there is good app for for logging only as I find logging very neurotic. Something which writes Clip Numbers and take numbers. @@scriptimonicaonset
I find that working with pencil to paper helps keep things ingrained in your head better which is very important to help remember important continuity details at any given time. It also helps (at least for me) to get the story more ingrained in your head.
Incredibly helpful, thank you so much for making these videos!
You're very welcome! Glad your liking them
I got this video recommended to me (Go RUclips algorithms!) and I want to say that I am absolutely psyched too see more RUclips videos about Script Supervising! I subscribed and am very much looking forward to more videos!
Oh, that makes me feel so great to know I'm helping. I didn't have anything like this when I first started, so I wanted to share. Let me know what you're struggling with so I can help. And thank you for subscribing.
@@scriptimonicaonset Thank you! I ended up buying the Neck light you linked to in the description, it arrived today and I really can't wait to try it out on set! I've been using this clip-on reading light until now and while it does the job it has also been source of frustration, the abysmal battery time alone makes it very obvious that it was a device intended for people who wants to read for a little bit in bed before falling asleep and definitely not for people who will want it the light to be on for an 8-10 hour work day. I'm convinced that it's gonna be a huge quality of life improvement so I'm glad you listed it as a recommendation.
@@EWilleAndersson awesome! I’ve tried them all and this one was a game changer. Even when I wasn’t using it on set, just walking to the bathroom outside in the dark in pitch black was so so useful. You will love it. Just keep a charger cord on hand. Although it lasts quite a long time. Let me know how it turns out.
@@scriptimonicaonset I finally got the opportunity to try it out it on a night shoot in a dark forest this past weekend and I can only concur, what a game changer! I'm never going back to my tiny clip on lamp if I can help it. The only mishap was that I forgot to charge it after the first day but it still almost made it through the second day as well. (Near the end of the second day I had improvise by wearing it with a small power bank and charger cord attached which was less than optimal but at the same time a lesson learned.)
Awesome! I’m an aspiring script supervisor and this video was so helpful. Thank you!
That’s great Laura I’m glad I could help. Let me know what else your struggling with.
Question - Since you have the two pouches full of pens and other supplies on top, do you find it difficult to write on the facing page since the facing page is laying on top of the bulky pouches? It doesn't seem like it is on a smooth surface to write on. I can see it getting easier as you get deeper into the script but the first few pages might be more problematic.
Hi Ed, yes, you’re right. That’s why in the video I make a comment about the pouches being put in your bag. I just put them there so that you can see that they existed and IF you want to put one there to keep extra pencils close you can. I always kept these pouches in my bag. Thank you for your comment. I really like clarifying things for you so that you’re not confused.
@@scriptimonicaonset Thank you for that clarification. I trained as a script supervisor many years ago by Robert Gary just before he passed. As I was navigating the freelance world trying to get as much experience as I could I got hired at a production company as Technical Manager. It was only supposed to be a 7 week job but turned into 13 years. I'm now a free agent and trying to get back into this. Your videos are wonderful and been very helpful shaking out the cobwebs. Thank you and look forward to seeing more.
That makes me so happy to hear that. I know when I first started I didn’t have anything like this to help me out and I knew there was a big need for it. And it helps that I love to teach as well. I’ll be putting out a new video this week on the daily log. Let me know what questions you have and what kind of videos might help you.
@scriptimonicaonset Just a funny story to share. Robert told me a story when he was first starting out. It was 1952 and he was working on a Cecil B. DeMille film as an extra. He told me that he kept noticing this short pudgy guy wearing a suit running around on set and he realized that every time the director would go and sit down, he would run over with a stool and place it underneath him. Robert, then looked at me and said "That's your job as a script supervisor. To make the sure the Director doesn't fall on his ass". : ) I really miss that guy.
LOL. I had heard that story before but never like that...lol! And it's so true and also we have to give our advice to make the director think it's their idea!
Are there still Script Sups who work with Pen and Paper ?
Yes. And I am creating new videos to help with that. More people are going digital but it’s important to know how to use pencil and paper as a back up in case something happens to your computer.
Yes I was a Paper user as well. Using iPad since last 4 years and use numbers/excel for the logging. I wish there is good app for for logging only as I find logging very neurotic. Something which writes Clip Numbers and take numbers.
@@scriptimonicaonset
I find that working with pencil to paper helps keep things ingrained in your head better which is very important to help remember important continuity details at any given time. It also helps (at least for me) to get the story more ingrained in your head.
Yes there is. I use ScriptE. It's a great program.