# Department Head

> Film and TV production database and communication app for script-based professionals. (iPhone/iPad app by ScriptE Systems, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/department-head/id1019290067 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ScriptE Systems, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/479257914)
- Category: Photo & Video, Productivity
- Price: $99.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 65 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-08-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/department-head/id1019290067/reviews.md

## What is Department Head?

DEPARTMENT HEAD is a databasing and communications app for film, television, and commercial professionals. 

DEPARTMENT HEAD pairs 21st century database computing with the incredible versatility, storage capacity and interconnectivity of the iPAD.  

PROP MASTERS, STUNT COORDINATORS, HAIR and MAKEUP ARTISTS, VFX SUPERVISORS, DIRECTORS, PRODUCERS, KEY GRIPS, GAFFERS, SCENIC ARTISTS, SET DRESSERS, ART DIRECTORS, ANIMAL WRANGLERS, BEST BOYS GAFFER and GRIP,  RIGGING GAFFERS and GRIPS, CASTING DIRECTORS, EXTRAS CASTING DIRECTORS, etc.…. 

If your work starts with a script — if you attend production meetings or go on location scouts —  if you have to track on-set continuity — if you take and store photos of sets or props — if you make shot lists — if you make and track orders, rental, purchases, or repairs —  if you run a crew —  even if you just track the hours of a crew — then DEPARTMENT HEAD is for you.  

DEPARTMENT HEAD allows you to import a script and link all your work to a secure database built from the script. When the script is revised, simply import the revised script and your database adjusts.  

Create and distribute breakdowns and budgets; set To-Do’s, store your notes, photos, reference videos, links or other attachments all in one place — all from one App — DEPARTMENT HEAD.

DEPARTMENT HEAD puts it all at your fingertips. Store your breakdowns, contacts, reference photos, schedules, old scripts — all your work for a film or even for an entire season of a TV show, all on one iPAD.  

DEPARTMENT HEAD allow users to create a database by either importing a properly formatted Final Draft and Screenwriter script or by manually adding scene fields. Once Department Head creates the database, users can begin breaking down the script creating budgets and schedules and so much more.

FUNCTIONALITY OVER-VIEW:
* make and distribute breakdowns and budgets
* make and link your work to pre-production, production and post production calendars
* take and store on-set continuity stills
* make and schedule to-dos while you are breaking down your script
* create shot lists
* store blueprints, storyboards, or other pre-vis documents
* store website links and important contact information
* shoot and store rehearsal videos
* shoot and store photos and videos from location and tech scouts
* track crew hours
* schedule meetings, rehearsals, deliveries, and orders
* share your reports and even your entire file (if you choose) with the other members of your crew

If your work depends on the information contained in a feature film or television script, then DEPARTMENT HEAD is for you.

Much like ScriptE Systems other softwares and Apps (ScriptE Digital Script Supervision Software and DH Costume - Costuming Software) DEPARTMENT HEAD is built from the ground up it is not a Filemaker add-on and requires no other software to operate. Built by the creators of ScriptE Digital Script Supervision software and tested by top industry professionals, Department Head is a quantum leap forward in script based databasing and communications for Film,Television and Commercials professionals.

## Key features

- Script import and database creation
- Breakdown and budget creation
- To-Do list management
- On-set continuity photo storage
- Shot list creation
- Crew hour tracking
- File sharing with crew members

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $99.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Teradek Video Streaming | $119.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/department-head/id1019290067/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Can’t import pdf script

*2020-11-05*

It keeps showing a blank preview this is very disappointing

### 1/5 — Does not download script

*2020-01-16*

I cannot get it to download any scripts.

## Frequently asked questions about Department Head

### What is Department Head?

Department Head is a databasing and communications app designed for film, television, and commercial professionals. It helps manage scripts, budgets, schedules, and on-set information.

### What devices does Department Head support?

Department Head is currently only available for iPad devices, leveraging their storage capacity and interconnectivity.

### How does Department Head handle script revisions?

When a script is revised, you can simply import the updated version into Department Head, and the app will automatically adjust your database accordingly.

### Can I share my project files with my crew using Department Head?

Yes, Department Head allows you to share your reports and even your entire project file with other members of your crew, facilitating collaboration.

### What kind of media can I store in Department Head?

You can store photos, reference videos, website links, blueprints, storyboards, and other pre-visualization documents within the app.

### How much does Department Head cost?

Department Head is a paid application, priced at $99.99. It is not a subscription service.

### Is Department Head suitable for beginners in the film industry?

The app is designed for professionals who work with scripts, suggesting it's best suited for those with some experience in film, television, or commercial production.

### How often is Department Head updated?

The app was last updated on April 11, 2023, indicating ongoing development and support from the developer.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.6 — 2023-04-11

Incorporated improvements to the pdf import process that allows more pdf's to be imported.

### 1.8.3 — 2020-11-21

iOS 14 and Teradek Updates

### 1.8.2 — 2020-07-31

Fixed a problem creating All Scene Data report in Script Reports. And, a couple of other reports.

### 1.8.1 — 2019-02-08

When selecting scenes to add them as to do's on the schedule, an "Add" button was mistakenly showing on the pick list. 
Fixed a problem when adding scene based to do's to the schedule when not linking to the Calendar app. 
Fixed a potential problem with the app crashing when adding scene to do's to the schedule when linked to the Calendar app.
Improvements and fixes for Final Draft script imports in part due to changes by FD.

### 1.8.0 — 2018-09-28

Updates for iOS 12.

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