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7 iPad Apps “Productionphiles” Will Love

Most filmmakers don’t have the luxury of having expensive tools to help them make films.  But one tool that’s helping some filmmakers be more efficient with production is the iPad, thanks to some highly handy production-related applications. Here’s a look at some of the apps filmmakers are using for pre-production and production:

Scripts Pro is an easy-to-use screenwriting software; formatting is as simple as hitting the tab key. Bonus: This app is compatible with Celtx and Final Draft files too. Now, if you’re already using FinalDraft, there’s good news for you too. There’s an iPad app for FinalDraft as well.

Artemis Director’s Viewfinder allows directors to work out shot composition…without even having to be on location!

Movie Slate is useful for slating and tracking audio quality, video quality, circle takes, etc. For those working on multi-camera shoots, Action Log Pro may work better; it has the ability to track up to 25 cameras simultaneously!

ProPrompter turns your iPad into a teleprompter. It can be used handheld and running the program but works best when the iPad is coupled with a mirror rig so talent can look directly into the camera.

Rehearsal2 is for actors but others on the crew may find it useful as well. Rehearsal2 allows actors to record and review lines via the actual script; voice over actors can also record and send voiceover demos through the app!

BONUS: Another awesome app that filmmakers will love is called Storyboard Composer. It’s currently only available as an iPhone app, but since apple products are quasi addictive, I’m willing to bet that some of you iPad owners also have an iPhone. If you do, Storyboard Composer is a must-have. It allows you to use real images that you’ve taken with your iPhone and create a realistic storyboard for your film. How awesome is that? See it in action: http://vimeo.com/6030115.