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A first assistant director's clipboard with a numbered shot list taped to a camera cart on an early morning location street, rolls of gaffer tape hanging from the cart handle, cinematic still

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August 24, 2026•10 min read•ScreenWeaver Editorial Team

What Is a Shot List? Definition, Real Example, and How Long It Takes

A shot list is the numbered inventory of every camera setup a scene needs. See the standard columns, a full 20 shot example, and how long drafting takes.

What Is a Shot List? Definition, Real Example, and How Long It Takes