Session inputs

Number of videos to batch

Setup time per session (minutes)

Average takes per video

Minutes per take

B-roll per video (minutes)

Break time per hour (minutes)

Travel time Optional (minutes)

Ctrl+Enter to calculate (Cmd+Enter on Mac)

Example Output

Results

3h 47m

Total session time

Time breakdown

Setup

0h 30m

Takes (4 x 2 x 10m)

1h 20m

B-roll (4 x 10m)

0h 40m

Breaks (10m per hour)

0h 25m

Single session

Your batch fits comfortably in one filming session of 3h 47m.

Example: Batch filming 4 videos in a single day. Enter your own values and click Calculate to see your personalised result.

Results

0h 00m

Total session time

Time breakdown

How to Use

Step 1

Enter your numbers

Fill in how many videos you want to batch, your typical setup time, takes per video and B-roll needs. Use a preset to get started quickly.

Step 2

Set breaks and travel

Add your break time per hour of filming. If you need to travel to a location, add that too. The calculator factors breaks into total working time.

Step 3

Review your schedule

Hit Calculate to see a full time breakdown with colour-coded bars. If your session runs long, the tool suggests splitting across multiple days.

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