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Budgeting
Track your production costs. The Budget tool provides a straightforward way to estimate expenses, track actual spending, and manage your financial resources across different departments.
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Adding Budget Items
Build your budget by adding individual line items for every anticipated cost.
1
Add Item
Click the + Add Item button.
2
Category
Assign the item to a department (e.g., Cast, Crew, Equipment, Locations).
3
Description
Be specific (e.g., "Lead Actor Day Rate", "Cinema Camera Rental").
Cost Breakdown
- Unit (e.g., Days, Items)Qty: 3
- Rate per Unit$500
- Estimated Total$1,500
Tracking Actual Spending
Estimated vs. Actual
Your budget isn't just for planning; it's a living document.
- Estimated Cost: What you plan to spend based on your initial rates and quantities.
- Actual Cost: Enter the final amount paid once an expense is incurred.
- Variance: The tool automatically calculates the difference, showing if you are under or over budget.
Total Budget$15,000
Spent: $9,750Remaining: $5,250
Visual summaries help you understand your financial health at a glance.