Frequently Asked Questions

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What is ShotKraft

ShotKraft is AI-powered shot list software for indie filmmakers. It analyzes your screenplay and generates a production-ready shot list that is 70–90% ready to shoot, in minutes instead of hours.

2

Will you use my data to train Large Language Models?

No!

We uphold the highest standards of security, privacy, and ethical use of data. We do not employ the use of any creative materials shared or generated by our users, including uploaded scripts or versions of shotlists created on our platform, for the training of large language models.

Additionally, we will never share any of your content with third-party providers in a manner that would permit them to use it for the training of their own technology.

Your data is safe with us, and we are committed to maintaining the trust you place in our platform.

3

Is my script safe with you?

Yes!

We understand the sensitivity of the unproduced script and we take that very seriously. Your script is safely stored on our AWS cloud server. We are committed to industry-standard security protocols and only leverage partnerships with trusted services such as Google and Auth0. 

For the shot generation part of the process we are currently using OpenAI Large Language model service over secure API. Our OpenAI user agreement ensures that your script IS NOT used for training their models. Anything we send is retained by OpenAI for a short period of time for support purposes only. 

As an additional security precaution, we only send one scene at a time alongside our proprietary prompts and nothing else. For example, we never disclose the name of the script or the identity of our user. The scene generation is not sequential by design. Imagine taking a whole bunch of scripts from different people, shredding them into scenes, then mixing up the pieces and feeding them into the model in a random order. 

4

How do you create a shotlist with AI? 

Shotlisting is an inherently creative and individual process. There is no one right way to shotlist. As film makers and film educators, we get this. So how do we apply AI to consistently create a shotlist draft that is useful for working professionals and aspiring filmmakers alike? 

We have decomposed the process of shotlisting down to the basic steps. Imagine you are talking to a smart young person who knows nothing about filmmaking. How would you explain to them what a shotlist is? How would you describe your process of breaking down the script into a list of shots that visually tell the story? That is exactly what we did. We put together in a room a seasoned filmmaker and an AI specialist, and after several months of iterations, they came back to us with a list of steps that combine programmatic breakdown of the script into smaller chunks, feeding these smaller chunks in a structured way into different large language models with elaborate prompts, then combining the output into a list of shots that we return on screen.

A story can be told in many different ways, but remember what your film professor always told you: “You need to know the rules before you break them”. We choose to follow the fundamental rules of visual storytelling to create a list of shots that provide what we call “standard coverage with the occasional surprise shots”. From here on, it is up to you. You can add, delete, edit, whatever you like. It is your shotlist, you have full control.

5

Why did the shotlist suddenly switched to a foreign language

Our software is designed to return the shotlist in the original language of the uploaded script—so if you upload a script in Spanish, you’ll receive a shotlist in Spanish. Neat, right?

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That said, sometimes the language model gets confused—especially when it encounters a foreign-sounding name or a word from another language. We're actively working to improve this. In the meantime, if your shotlist came back in the wrong language, we recommend using Google Translate to quickly convert it back. If it’s just a scene or two, that should be the fastest fix. For larger sections, feel free to reach out via our contact form—we’re happy to help.

6

What type of script formats do you accept?

We accept standard North American screenplay format with proper scene slug lines (e.g. INT. KITCHEN - DAY). It must be uploaded as a PDF file under 5MB. ShotKraft uses the scene structure to organize and generate shots accurately. In other words, if you're using any screenwriting software (rather than Google Docs) and export your script as a PDF, we should be able to process it.

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Our system breaks down the script into scenes programmatically— no AI is involved in this primary parsing step. Occasionally, edge cases can trip up our parser. If that happens to you, please send us a message via this contact form. We will help you upload your script and improve our software, so it is a win-win. 

Since we work with filmmakers from all over the world, we have come across some formatting styles that don’t play well with our parser. In those cases, we use an AI-based fallback method to break the script into scenes. This works in about 60–80% of cases, and we always notify the user when the fallback AI method has been used.

7

Is ShotKraft free?

Yes. ShotKraft offers a free Basic plan with no credit card required. The Pro plan is $19.95 per month and includes AI generation for all scenes at once and advanced export options. Film students get one free month of Pro, then 50% off.

8

Can I share my shot list with my crew?

Yes. You can export your shot list as a PDF or CSV, copy a shareable link, or invite crew members to collaborate directly inside ShotKraft.

9

Does ShotKraft work on mobile?

ShotKraft is browser-based and works on any device with a web browser, including tablets and mobile phones. No download or installation required.

10

What is the difference between ShotKraft and StudioBinder?

ShotKraft is purpose-built for AI-powered shot listing — it turns your screenplay into a shot list automatically using AI. StudioBinder is a broader production management platform covering call sheets, scheduling, and budgeting, with shot listing as one feature. ShotKraft is the faster, more focused tool for directors and DPs who want to go from script to shot list quickly

11

Can ShotKraft visualize my shots with images?"

Yes. ShotKraft's Image Gen feature generates a reference image for each shot based on your shot list details — no manual prompting required. It generates the full scene at once using your scene descriptions and shot specifications.

12

How do I report a bug, provide feedback, or request a feature?

We are grateful for any feedback that can make our platform better. If you have suggestions or ideas, message us via the Report a bug form. We read our mail!