When should I provide the script? It’s highly recommended to have the script typed up, ready to go, and emailed to ryan@nipdog.net a day or more before the shoot. This saves time on those shoots where time is of the essence! However, you may give the prompter operator the script early-on during the shoot set-up, but remember, the operator will need enough time to make edits as needed and load the script into the prompter software.

How should I deliver the script?
Email: send to ryan@nipdog.net
Thumbdrive
CD
Hardcopy: If a digital version is not available, no worries, the prompter operator will have the ability to manually type in the script before the shoot starts... free of charge.

What file format should the script be in?
Microsoft Word (.doc)
Microsoft Works
Plain Text (.txt)
Mac Pages (.pages)
**Only include the text your talent will be reading. Leave out graphics, graphs, tables, and all other production comments.

Can edits to the script be made during a shoot? Yes. The prompter operator is there to make any changes or additions to the script for you or your talent. Edits can be made on-the-fly during prompting.

Can more than one prompter be used at once? Yes. There will be an additional charge for each additional prompter.

How heavy is a prompter? Nipdog’s teleprompters are very light-weight, around 13 lbs.

Are Nipdog’s prompters bright enough for outdoor use? Yes, and the brightness and contrast can be adjusted as needed.

When would I use a prompter that attaches to the tri-pod? (show pic of prompter) If the camera will be moving, such as on a dolly or jib, or needs to do large pans to follow the talent.

When would I use a free-standing prompter? When the camera doesn’t need to pan around too much, or if the talent will be looking off-camera. A free-standing prompter is quicker to set up and take down. The cameraman will be happy not to have someone messing with his camera plates also!

How long does it take to set up a prompter? About 15 to 20 minutes, and then whatever time it takes to edit and load the script.

Are you willing to travel? Definitely! Anywhere in the world.