Master Script Supervision: Recommended Resources

A script supervisor is a department head and it is a demanding, high-skills job. I frequently receive emails from aspiring script supervisors asking for guidance on how to become a script supervisor. When I first started out, there were no script supervision courses in my country, and I was unable to afford training in the U.S., so I began working on student films until I landed my first paid job as a script supervisor. I am still certain that I could have avoided many mistakes and advanced further in my career more quickly if I had been able to take a course. Thankfully, today, there is an abundance of affordable online courses available, as well as books on the topic to get you started. So to aspiring script supervisors I want to say: take a course!

To my more experienced colleagues, I want to say: take a course! I took my first course in script supervision ten years into my career, and despite much of it being “basic”, I gained valuable new perspectives on how to do the job. Most importantly, I became more conscious of my actions and was able to refine my own skills thanks to other people´s insights.

I’ve compiled a list of valuable resources on this page. Here, you’ll find recommended books and online courses that can equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in script supervision. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your expertise, these resources will provide insights and practical advice to guide you every step of the way. And don’t forget to check out my kit list as well!