Because everything in film and video is getting smarter these days.
Let’s face it, at this rate with the advancements in automation, app-ification, and AI technology, we’re looking at a future where film and video production is going to be 100 percent automated.
A producer in the future will simply have an idea, type it into a text box, then watch as every part of the production process is smart-automated and streamlined through virtual productions to deliver a fully customizable video that they can share with clients or audiences right away.
Pretty exciting, huh?
Okay, we might not be there just yet, and there might be a bit more to this production process which will (hopefully) always require some creative human work in between, but it’s still exciting (or terrifying, or at least interesting) to check out these new automation apps and tools as they’re quickly released here today.
This brings us to this new tool we found called Saturation.io which is set to revolutionize and streamline the film budgeting process from start to finish. Let’s check out this new app and explore how it—and others—can be used to streamline everything about your pre-production process.
Saturation.io and Automated Film Budgeting
So, what is this new Saturation.io app and how does it work?
Well, from the company’s website, Saturation.io is a new app designed to offer film and video professionals a “user-friendly, comprehensive, and efficient solution for film budgeting, payments, and actualization.” It’s tailored for all types of productions including film, television, commercials, music videos, and more.
Ultimately it’s an advanced collaboration and budget management tool for film producers and industry professionals looking to balance their budget books quicker and more easily than traditional methods, which range from Google Docs and Sheets to more old-fashioned bookkeeping software like QuickBooks.
As a cloud-based platform, the appeal of Saturation.io is partly built around its collaborative and easy-to-access design which allows multiple team members to view, review, edit, and update everything about your film budget in real-time, making it easier to manage budgets, track expenses, and communicate with team members, and ensuring an efficient and productive experience.
Tips and Tools for Pre-Production
While a tool like Saturation.io could be a great help throughout your production process, it really fits into the bin of pre-production for most projects as that’s where the majority of the budgeting and planning will take place. As an added bonus, it looks like Saturation.io is compatible with and able to import from Movie Magic Budgeting if you’ve used that software in the past (or currently) as well.
However, alongside apps and tools like Saturation.io, there are plenty of other pre-production tools to check out and explore possibly using as well—including several that make use of AI for further streamlining any processes.
Pricing and Getting Started
As with most apps and tools in this industry, the best way to find out if one might be right for you and your production needs is usually to just try it out. And luckily, you can do that with Saturation.io for free either by using their Creator plan (which is free outright) or trying a free 30-day trial for their Producer or Production levels with additional features.
Out of all the tools and features in an app like this, it certainly seems like the interconnected approach and features and collaborative tools are the most appealing. If you’re working as a solo producer or as part of one cog in a very big production machine, having some level of collaborative controls can be hugely helpful to keeping everything on track, as well as on budget.
But how do you feel about this new app? Any interest in trying out some more sophisticated budget solutions? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
