What is the purpose of an on-camera continuity script?

• A. A script used to schedule commercials.
• B. A script used for voiceover timing.
• C. A script used to maintain consistent facts, names, and order across re-takes and edits.
• D. A script used to plan lighting.

Answer: (C)

A continuity script on camera is used to keep track of every detail so names, facts, and the sequence stay consistent across re-takes and edits. It serves as a single reference that records exactly what appears on screen—who speaks, what they say, the order of events, and any names, places, or props that show up—so editors and directors can assemble footage from different takes without mismatches, and with confidence that details match across shots. This is essential when re-shoots happen or when cutting together multiple angles, because it prevents inconsistencies like a character’s name changing or a prop appearing/disappearing between takes. It’s not about scheduling commercials, timing voiceover, or planning lighting; it’s about maintaining factual and sequential consistency throughout the production.