CrewCast vs GhostOSC

CrewCast keeps your whole crew in sync. Designed specifically for film productions — from major studio sets to small indie shoots — it puts everyone on the same beat: "Quiet on Set!", "Action!", "Cut!" reach every crew member instantly, with silent CUE signals during takes and live production status on the phones they already carry. Push-to-talk voice channels and group chats are built in — and it all works alongside your existing gear, so keep your radios for what they do best. ACTION COORDINATION - Instant production-wide alerts: "Quiet on Set!", "Action!", "Cut!" - Non-blocking action banners — crew keeps working while staying informed - Adjustable countdown timers for timed actions (Lunch, Break) - CUE signals to actors and crew during takes - Visual countdown timers and BPM pulses - Lock screen notifications via Live Activities VOICE CHANNELS - Walkie-talkie style push-to-talk communication - Open mic mode for continuous transmission - Main channel for production-wide announcements - Team channels for department-specific coordination - Private group channels for quick collaborations - Auto-reconnect keeps you connected on spotty set WiFi - Toggle mic with AirPods or any Bluetooth headset - Audio continues on lock screen via CallKit GROUP CHATS - Create group conversations with anyone on the production - AI-generated chat names for quick identification - Any group member can invite others - Unread message badges so you never miss a message - Team chat and production-wide chat built in CREW & AD MANAGEMENT - Promote or demote crew members to AD with a swipe - Organize crew into teams (Camera, Sound, Lighting, etc.) - QR code crew onboarding — scan to join - AD invite QR codes for quick onboarding of assistant directors HARDWARE INTEGRATION - CrewCast Button for hands-free control - Pair physical buttons via Bluetooth - Trigger actions and CUEs from anywhere on set BUILT FOR PRODUCTION - Works reliably on set with poor connectivity - Battery-efficient design for all-day shoots - Dark mode optimized for low-light sets - Also available on Mac for video village - Designed with input from professional film crews FLEXIBLE PRICING - Subscribe monthly for ongoing productions - Or buy a Day Pass (2/3/5/7 days) for a one-off shoot — no subscription needed - Day passes stack and are only used on the days you actually run a production Your AD triggers "Quiet on Set" and every crew member sees it instantly — no more missed calls. Perfect for: - Feature films and TV productions - Documentary crews - Commercial shoots - Music video productions - Live events and broadcasts Free to try. Go Pro with a subscription — or grab a Day Pass (2/3/5/7 days) for one-off productions, no subscription required. Terms of Use (EULA): https://crewcast.online/terms Privacy Policy: https://crewcast.online/privacy

GhostOSC is your hands-free remote control for Blackout Lighting Console. Talk, and GhostOSC will interpret and send OSC commands to Blackout. GhostOSC also includes a number/button pad for discrete remote operations.