Shoot Day Checklist
BTS for Webex Ai Commercial Shoot. BTS photography by @chacoleman of @ogkcreative. Featuring yours truly @juliejberry.
If you are viewing this, chances are you just booked a gig! CONGRATULATIONS!! I’M SO EXCITED FOR YOU!
To help ensure your shoot goes as smoothly as possible, I’ve compiled a big shoot day checklist for you so that you look and feel your best! Plus, each booking is an opportunity to network with potential repeat clients, so the more professional, ready and lovely you are to work with, the better! Let’s get started!
BTS for Webex Ai Commercial Shoot. BTS photography by @chacoleman of @ogkcreative. Featuring MUAH @jacqatwood.
Verify address & Call-time - Screenshot any important emails with call sheets, contact info, address information, etc. for easy access regardless of internet connection
Check Google Maps/Waze to see how long it will take you to get to the location with traffic predictions. Set alarms (I like to use my phone alarm and digital alarm clock for safe measure) to ensure you have plenty of time to get ready and get there early.
Prep and pack clothes and/or props - lint roll, steam clothes, clean shoes, etc. I highly recommend reviewing any notes from wardrobe and packing everything up the night before so you can easily grab it and go and don’t have to worry about remembering what you need to bring with you.
Review script/shot list notes so you know what to expect for the shoot. Make sure to have your lines memorized if you have lines.
Bring all necessary nude undergarments. Bring various nude, no-show options if possible.
Shave anything necessary. I like to exfoliate my skin before I shave to prevent any bumps or scaly skin. After my skin is shaved and dry, I apply witch hazel to relieve any skin irritation, allow that to dry, and then apply body lotion so my skin is silky and smooth.
Do all necessary skincare and face masks
Nailcare prep - trim cuticles, cut nails, file nails, apply cuticle oil, apply hand lotion. Your hands can often be the “star of the show” in various shots, especially in commercial or print shoots. Make sure you know how the client would like your nails to be before you show up on set (most request short natural nails or clear or nude colored nail polish).
Pack water & snacks. Most sets will provide drinks and snacks, but it is always nice to have some with you in case they are not easily accessible and/or for the car ride home.
Make sure your car has a full tank of gas. If you are running behind in the morning, the last thing you want to do is be set back further because you have to fill up your car.
Pack a portable phone charger. Sometimes you can be on set for 10 to 12 hours. You don’t want your phone to die, especially if you are using GPS on your phone to get home.
Shower and blow dry hair
Apply antiperspirant. Sometimes nerves or excitement kick in while you are on set. Save yourself the trouble of armpit stains and apply anti-perspirant the night before the shoot.
Pack personal items that you may need over the course of the day- extra pairs of contacts and/or glasses, medications, etc.
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