Doug Johnson Productions

Compare CrewAxis plans by workflow.

The matrix below shows how CrewAxis scales from core event scheduling and call sheets into Auto Staff recommendations, Production Tools for the show day, notes, advanced resource tracking, CRM, production finances, travel, timeclock, branding, and administrative controls.

Features across the production workflow

CrewAxis Auto Staff recommendations
Auto Staff adds ranked, explainable staffing recommendations to the production workflow.
CrewAxis event summary
Core event workflows connect scheduling, staffing, resources, communication, notes, and costs.
CrewAxis resources listing
Paid plans expand resource tracking from basic lists to advanced operational tracking.
CrewAxis invoice editor
Professional and Enterprise plans add deeper business and client workflow tools.

Feature Matrix

CrewAxis starts with practical scheduling and call-sheet tools, then adds planning worksheets, organizational memory, Auto Staff recommendations, Production Tools for the actual show day, projects, production finances, travel, advanced resources, and deeper administration as your company grows. Limits and plan-gated features below are pulled from active public pricing plan definitions.

Feature Subscription Level
Free Starter/Basic Professional Enterprise Enterprise Plus Production Tools
Site Setup & Administration
Branding & access
Branded crewaxis.com subdomain (mycompany.crewaxis.com)
Custom site images and branding for a more tailored client and crew experience Some plans
Use your own custom domain name instead of a crewaxis.com subdomain * Annual plans Annual plans
Domain registration credit on eligible annual plans † Annual plans
Custom CSS for deeper visual customization
Customization, files, and support
Custom fields to capture company-specific details on events, crew, contacts, resources, worksheets, and show documents Some plans
Attach files and web links to events, worksheets, projects, contacts, and invoices for shared production context Some plans
Technical support included
File attachment storage None 0.5-2 GB 5-Unlimited 10-15 GB 20-25 GB 2 GB
Production Scheduling & Event Workflows
Core scheduling
Schedule unlimited events Some plans
Color-coded production calendar for scanning event types, statuses, and scheduling patterns Some plans
Subscribe to CrewAxis events in external calendars using iCal feeds Some plans
Event location map and directions Some plans
Assign cast, executives, client representatives, and outside contacts to events Some plans
Call sheets, Production Tools, and planning intake
Create and email call sheets with schedule, venue, crew, resource, and production details Some plans
Run Sheets as a simpler free-plan timing document option
Production Tools suite for the event day: Run-of-Show, Prompter, and show-control surfaces that keep CrewAxis involved during production
Run-of-Show replaces Run Sheets on paid plans with active cue tracking, timing, controller views, mini views, and production display modes Some plans
Prompter scripts with shareable view links, display controls, and live production sync
HyperDeck Control for cueing, playing, pausing, seeking, and monitoring supported show playback decks from the browser Some plans
Run-of-Show media controls for browser sources, audio playback, YouTube playback, and show-linked media cues Some plans
Custom show-document columns for timing, responsibility, cue, note, or other company-specific fields Some plans
Collaborative planning worksheets for clients and team members to collect production requirements before the event Some plans
Convert planning worksheets directly to events so client intake can become a scheduled production Some plans
Projects and preparation tracking
Projects that keep related events, contacts, Run-of-Show details, files, tasks, worksheets, and invoices together Some plans
Tasks and preparation checklists tied to events, projects, and worksheets so follow-up work stays visible Some plans
Communication & Operational Memory
Crew communication
Automatic crew preparation emails that bundle the details each crew member needs: call sheets, show timing, resources, files, worksheets, and calendar appointments Some plans
Upcoming job reminders that help crew stay aware of confirmed assignments Some plans
Crew messaging with read tracking so organizers can see who has opened important messages Some plans
Advanced messaging between crew members, organizers, and admins inside CrewAxis Some plans
SMS reminders for crew members ‡ Some plans
SMS message forwarding so crew can text through CrewAxis during events without exposing every phone number ‡ Some plans
History and shared context
Production Notes for remembering event, crew, client, contact, venue, reminder, and rating context over time Some plans
Crew activity log for recent logins, responses, changes, and other useful audit history Some plans
Crew Management & Staffing
Staffing pipeline
Unlimited jobs and positions per event Some plans
Custom job type list for the roles your company actually hires and schedules Some plans
Event staffing requirement builder for defining how many crew are needed by role, day, time, and minimum skill Some plans
Automatic job opportunity notices sent to eligible crew for open positions Some plans
Auto Staff ranked recommendations with transparent score components explaining why each crew member fits View only
Build staffing proposal drafts from candidate scores, availability conflicts, estimated costs, and past work history Some plans
Tools to find suitable and available candidates for positions based on role, skill, distance, history, and availability Some plans
Crew records and onboarding
Crew job history, ratings, rates, and hiring outcomes for smarter future staffing choices Some plans
Crew member self-registration Some plans
Email invitations for crew to join your site Some plans
Bulk add/import crew members from prepared lists instead of entering every account by hand Some plans
Crew skill self-ratings by job type so crew can indicate strengths and interest levels Some plans
Crew members can bid on available jobs or respond with interest when positions are open Some plans
Manager, organizer, and peer crew performance ratings after jobs are completed Some plans
Crew classifications for separating employees, contractors, admins, and other account types Some plans
Availability, time, and AI assistance
Automated synchronization of crew member external calendars to detect Google, iCloud, Outlook, and other schedule conflicts Some plans
Crew blackout dates and repeating unavailable time periods for planned vacations, blocked days, and regular conflicts Some plans
Crew time clock with reporting for clock-in/clock-out records and labor review  #
MCP server access so approved AI tools can help review events, crew, and staffing options Some plans
Crew member account limit 5 10-25 50-Unlimited 125-300 500-750 25
Resources & Equipment Tracking
Scheduling and field custody
Track equipment, venues, kits, vehicles, and other resources that need to be scheduled or reserved Some plans
Assign equipment, locations, kits, and other tracked resources to events Some plans
Resource item checklists for confirming packed, delivered, returned, or other item-specific steps  # Some plans
Check resource items out to crew and record custody for equipment leaving inventory  #
Labels, lookup, and rental workflows
Create and scan QR code labels so resource records can be opened quickly in the field
Scan barcode labels for fast resource lookup, checkout, and return workflows
Late checkout return reporting for items that have not come back when expected
Rent equipment to crew and external entities with invoicing support
Asset planning and limits
Archive media location tracking for where cards, drives, footage, or deliverables ended up Some plans
Equipment maintenance and depreciation cost tracking for long-term asset planning
Resource owners, serial numbers, rates, and operating details for more complete inventory records Some plans
Crew-entered equipment availability when crew bring or manage their own usable gear Some plans
Import resources from CSV or text files to load inventory lists faster Some plans
Resource item limit 25 50-200 250-Unlimited 1000-2000 5000-Unlimited N/A
Production Finance & Travel
Costs and invoices
Cost reporting for production spending across events and crew assignments Some plans
Create client quotations and invoices from production and event details Some plans
Generate polished invoice PDFs for client review and delivery Some plans
Track itemized event costs and client rates for clearer production profitability Some plans
Contractor invoice submission reminders after assignments are completed Some plans
Travel details
Track crew travel, lodging, parking, and meals, with attached receipts/files Some plans
Clients & Contacts
Client records and follow-up
Client, venue, cast, executive, and contact database for people and organizations tied to productions Some plans
Client contact history and interaction log for calls, emails, follow-ups, and past production context Some plans
CRM follow-up reminders so sales, planning, and client service tasks are not forgotten Some plans
Create new events from contact records to start scheduling from an existing client or venue Some plans
Outreach and limits
Client-accessible email mailing lists for opt-in announcements and audience communication Some plans Some plans
Contact list limit 25 25-75 200-Unlimited 500-Unlimited Unlimited N/A
* You must register the domain name separately.

† Registration credit good for one domain name through Hover.com, up to $19.99 per year.

‡ A separate Twilio.com subscription is required.

# Records crew GPS location where applicable.