Setwerks has released its public beta version of Setwerks.com, a media production management/execution web app for filmmakers that streamlines and organizes behind-the-scenes planning and administration of film and video production.

According to Setwerks, moviegoers and clients have no idea how much work goes into any given film production, and, in the world of film management, if they can save a penny or a minute–they will. Setwerks.com is poised to save creators time and money by making it easier for them to manage their cast, crew, schedule and a variety of other tasks. After half a year in limited beta testing, Setwerks.com’s public beta release is ready to deliver reliable, robust software that empowers filmmakers to get who and what they need, where and when they need it.

By automating many traditional functions and tasks of the production department, Setwerks.com solves significant challenges in the organization of personnel and resources in film production. For example, scripts can be imported and processed into individual scenes and components for scheduling and callsheets can easily be drafted or edited by entering key information, which the software will then to generate, disseminate and confirm with the cast and crew.

Setwerks.com features include:

  • Create Custom Callsheets
  • Send your own Callsheets
  • Email confirmations via mobile and web
  • Import & Process Scripts
  • Schedule via Stripboard
  • Manage Talent
  • Manage Locations
  • SMS/Text Confirmations
  • Sides/Callsheets via PDF

Initially starting with narrative production, the Setwerks mission is to provide a smart and intuitive alternative for students, independent filmmakers, businesses, and seasoned assistant directors so that film productions can maximize creative potential — to make movies better. To celebrate its public beta launch, Setwerks.com is offering a special promotion:  6 months of the “Indie Plan” free for the first 200 users who subscribe using the time-limited code “SETWERKS100.”  A standard 15-day free trial with no credit card required and 50% educational discount are also offered.

Setwerks.com founder Christopher Potter is a filmmaker; producer, director and cinematographer based in the San Francisco Bay Area. His work in key production department roles in feature film, commercial, and television production fuels his passion for filmmaking and encouraging independent, creative content through projects like Setwerks.com.