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MISSION PLANNING SYSTEM:

Professional filmmakers and soldiers both plan before they act. These templates help you organize your thoughts, track your progress, and document your work like a pro. View them online or print them out!

Quick Start: New Project

1
Pick Your Battle

Choose WWII or Clone Wars. Pick a specific battle or scene.

2
Research

Watch 1-2 videos. Check the reference libraries. Gather images.

3
Fill Planning Sheet

Use Project Planning Sheet below. Think through what you'll need.

4
START BUILDING

Don't overthink it. Start with what you have. Adjust as you go!

Core Templates

01 • PROJECT PLANNING SHEET

Use this FIRST for every project. Helps you think through what you're building, what forces you need, and what challenges to expect. Includes pre-flight checklist to ensure you're ready to start.

✓ Mission objectives • ✓ Historical context • ✓ Forces required • ✓ Filming plan • ✓ Research checklist

02 • FILMING LOG

Track your filming sessions. Record frame counts, camera settings, what worked, what didn't. Great for learning from each project and improving your technique.

✓ Session tracking • ✓ Frame counts • ✓ Camera settings • ✓ Notes & improvements

03 • BUILD DOCUMENTATION LOG

Document your LEGO builds with photos and notes. Track what pieces you used, building techniques, and ideas for future improvements. Build your own reference library!

✓ Build photos • ✓ Piece inventory • ✓ Techniques used • ✓ Time tracking

04 • CAMPAIGN PROGRESS TRACKER

Track all your completed projects. See your progress over time. Record your victories! Interactive digital version available.

✓ Project list • ✓ Completion dates • ✓ Stats tracking • ✓ Achievement system

Support Templates

05 • FILM IDEAS BRAINSTORM

Capture story ideas as they come. Plot out scenes, character moments, and cool shots you want to try. Never lose a great idea again!

06 • INVENTORY TRACKING SHEET

Keep track of your LEGO forces and vehicles. Know what you have before planning. Track wish-list pieces for future builds.

07 • PROJECT COMPLETION REPORT

After finishing a film, document what you learned. What worked? What would you do differently? Build your filmmaking knowledge over time.

Troubleshooting Guides

08 • FILMMAKING TROUBLESHOOTING

Common stop-motion problems and solutions. Flickering? Figures falling? Camera moved? Find quick fixes here.

09 • TECH TROUBLESHOOTING

iPhone issues, app problems, file management help. When technology isn't cooperating, check here first.

How to Use These Templates

Digital Use (Recommended):

Print Use:

Pro Tips:

READY TO START YOUR FIRST MISSION?

Click below to open the interactive Project Planning Sheet and begin planning your first operation!

START PLANNING →