Why SMS Distribution?
Text messages have a 98% open rate compared to 20% for email. Your crew gets instant notification with a link to view the full call sheet.
How It Works
G-Casper Pro sends a personalized text to each crew member:
- Text includes production name, shoot day, and their specific call time
- Link opens a mobile-optimized call sheet view
- No app download required
Setting Up SMS Distribution
Before sending:
- Make sure crew members have phone numbers in the Crew tab
- Verify phone numbers are in correct format (10 digits for US)
- Set your SMS preferences in Production Settings
Sending Your First SMS Call Sheet
To distribute via SMS:
- Review your call sheet for accuracy
- Click the "Send" button in the call sheet view
- Choose "SMS Distribution"
- Select which crew members should receive the text
- Review the message preview
- Click "Send Now"
Important: Double-check call times before sending. Once sent, crew will see those times immediately.
What Crew Receives
Each crew member gets a personalized message:
| Element | Example |
|---|---|
| Production Name | SUNRISE STUDIOS - "Project Dawn" |
| Shoot Day | Day 15 - Friday, March 15 |
| Personal Call Time | Your call: 6:30 AM |
| Link | View full call sheet: [link] |
Interactive Demo
SMS Distribution PreviewSee how call sheet texts appear to crew members. Click 'Send to All' to simulate sending.
Crew Recipients
John Smith
1st AD • 7:00 AM
Pending
Sarah Johnson
DP • 7:30 AM
Pending
Mike Chen
Gaffer • 8:00 AM
Pending
Emily Davis
Script Supervisor • 7:30 AM
Pending
Message Preview
(555) 123-4567
G-Casper Pro
John Smith, your call for "SUNRISE STUDIOS" on Day 15 (Fri, Mar 15) is:
7:00 AM
View full call sheet: gcasper.pro/cs/abc123
Not sent
Tracking Delivery
G-Casper Pro shows delivery status for each message:
- Sent - Message has been dispatched
- Delivered - Message reached the phone
- Failed - Message could not be delivered (check phone number)